Do I need an Israeli bank account to receive rent as a non-resident landlord?

You are not legally required to have an Israeli account, but it simplifies paying arnona, vaad bayit fees, and contractor invoices. Many non-resident landlords open a personal account at Bank Hapoalim or Bank Leumi, which requires an in-person visit or a licensed intermediary. Cross-border transfers above USD 50,000 trigger anti-money-laundering reporting obligations by Israeli banks under the Prohibition on Money Laundering Law 5760-2000.