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There may be different levels of basic training for each soldier, depending on which unit they go to and whether or not they begin their service at Michve Alon. If you go to Michve Alon to [...]

Luckily for you, there are so many great places to choose from to call home while in the army. The Garin Tzabar program provides housing for at least one year from your draft date. Other programs [...]

Not necessarily – if you are a lone soldier you have different options. Firstly, you can either join the army by making Aliyah (immigrating to Israel) or by volunteering without attaining [...]

There are some units that are only for men, some that are both men and women, and a few that are only for women. Additionally, a person who does not pass the required exams or tryouts cannot be [...]

Whether you are a man or woman or you prefer combat or non-combat, there are so many different options for you. Check out all the different units here.

Not knowing Hebrew can be an obstacle if you do not make an effort to learn the language before and in the early stages of the army. It will improve, though not at the rate by which you would [...]

Learn as much Hebrew as possible – you won’t understand the jokes, make friends, be a leader or understand the culture and have fun without Hebrew. Strive to make friends that do not speak [...]

Hi DraftIDF, my name is Ariel and I would like to know what you recommend to pack for basic training? Thanks so much! Find the list below… Video Answer-   Written Answer- What to Pack: [...]

When you first draft into the IDF, if your Hebrew is not at a level where you can immediately join a unit, you will be sent to Michve Alon base for a three month basic training and Ulpan course. [...]

Hi my name is Danielle. I am interested in joining the IDF and want to know more information about the options for non-combat positions for women. Could you please give me more information about [...]