Do you need an allocation number?
The threshold for the allocation-number requirement keeps dropping, and it's easy to miss. Enter a document type, amount and date, and instantly get a clear answer whether the invoice requires an allocation number from the Tax Authority.
* An allocation number (Amendment 157) is required for a tax invoice whose total amount is above the threshold. Receipts, business invoices (proforma) and credit invoices do not require an allocation number. Splitting an invoice to get under the threshold is prohibited. Consult an accountant.
The allocation-number threshold over time
- •2025: a tax invoice above ₪20,000 including VAT
- •January 2026: the threshold drops to ₪10,000 including VAT
- •June 2026: the threshold drops to ₪5,000 including VAT
- •Receipts, business invoices and credit invoices — do not require an allocation number at all.
Frequently asked questions
When does an invoice need an allocation number?
For a tax invoice whose total amount (including VAT) is above the threshold set for that date. The threshold drops gradually to ₪5,000 from June 2026.
What is the threshold in 2026?
₪10,000 from January 2026, and ₪5,000 from June 1, 2026, including VAT.
Do receipts and credit invoices require an allocation number?
No. The requirement applies only to a tax invoice. Receipts, business invoices and credit invoices are exempt, regardless of the amount.
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