Tax Authority Clarifies Election Day Pay Rules for October 27
Ahead of election day, the Tax Authority has published clear guidelines regarding tax deduction rates for temporary election workers, clarifying procedures for both adults and minors.
The election campaign provides temporary employment opportunities for many citizens hired by political parties or the Central Elections Committee. To prevent confusion, the Tax Authority has issued a comprehensive explanation detailing the rules and figures governing wages for this period.
According to the guidelines, workers over the age of 18 employed during the election period are entitled to a fixed tax rate of 18% withheld at the source. This income does not require tax coordination (teoum mas) with the authorities.
Examples of net pay calculations:
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Polling station secretary: With a gross salary of approximately 3,000 NIS, an 18% deduction (540 NIS) results in a net payment of about 2,460 NIS.
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Election integrity inspector: With a gross salary of approximately 2,200 NIS, the net amount after deduction is about 1,804 NIS.
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Ushers and maintenance staff: With a gross salary of approximately 1,300 NIS, the net amount received is about 1,066 NIS.
For workers under the age of 18, a different arrangement applies: tax deductions are calculated according to regular tax brackets. Due to income thresholds and the low tax brackets applicable to teenagers, in most cases, the payment does not reach the taxable threshold, granting them a full exemption from deductions.
These clarifications are intended to ensure that all election staff are aware of their rights and know exactly what net amount to expect in their bank accounts following their service.
