International Tax Consulting
Holistic financial protection and continuity for the whole family
Service description
Smart tax planning before the move, during your time abroad and on returning to Israel. Ocean combines international tax experts, relocation specialists and a personal Journey Manager so families and global employees make the right decisions at the right time, reduce tax exposure and move with confidence and peace of mind.
International Tax Consulting shaped around your journey
Why international tax advice at all?
Relocation is not just a change of address — it is a complex tax event connecting two different tax systems, each with its own rules, reporting duties and residency definitions. Without early planning you risk double taxation, lost benefits and exemptions, failed residency termination and social security issues. When tax is managed inside a full expert envelope with a personal Journey Manager, decisions are smarter and the process is built right from start to finish.
The costliest mistakes: not what you do, but when
The most common relocation mistake is wrong timing: families sell a home at the wrong moment, rent out a property without understanding the tax implications, terminate residency too late or transfer funds without planning. The result can be lost exemptions, double taxation and exposure to tax authorities — sometimes tens or hundreds of thousands of shekels. In international tax planning, the order of actions matters as much as the actions themselves.
Why not just a standalone tax advisor?
Most tax advisors see only the tax world. Ocean connects international tax experts, real estate in Israel and abroad, relocation planning, immigration support, asset management and a personal Journey Manager — who makes sure every decision is made at the right time, in full sync between all professionals. The result: fewer mistakes, less bureaucracy, more certainty, more peace of mind and decisions based on the full picture.
Topics covered in the consultation
Exit
Tax exposure review and advance planning
Residency termination with tax authority and social security
Applying double
Taxation treaties
Managing assets and income left in Israel
Coordination between Israeli and local accountants
Tip from Ocean
The order of actions matters as much as the actions One of the most common relocation mistakes is making the right decisions at the wrong time. Selling a property, renting out a home, transferring funds, moving the family or starting an activity in a new country can produce completely different outcomes depending on timing. Early, structured planning before the move can save significant sums and prevent future problems.
What to know before getting started
Does everyone moving abroad need international tax advice?
In most cases, yes. Even a relatively short relocation carries tax implications that should be reviewed in advance.
Can tax advice involve an expert in foreign law?
For some destinations, coordinated advice with a local-law specialist may be available, depending on the case and professional availability, as part of international tax consulting.
What is tax residency termination?
It is the process of examining your ties to Israel for tax purposes, according to the center-of-life and days tests.
Can I owe tax in both Israel and the destination country?
Yes. Without proper planning, double taxation or reporting obligations in multiple countries can arise.
I own an apartment in Israel. Does that affect the relocation?
Sometimes yes. Property in Israel can affect your tax residency, rental taxation, a future sale and your overall tax liability.
Why is tax planning before the move so important?
Many of the most significant decisions are made before the flight. After the move, the options for planning and saving may narrow considerably.
What sets us apart
Ocean's Journey Manager
- One central address for every need
- A holistic view connecting tax, immigration and education
- Your Journey Manager is your Waze throughout the process
- Full transparency: timeline, costs and status in real time
- Strategy
- Objectivity
- Peace of mind
The traditional model
- Nobody sees the full picture
- Dozens of separate vendors: lawyers, brokers, clerks
- Patchwork point solutions that create gaps
- Stress, pressure and costly mistakes
Experience you can rely on
Partnerships & certifications
