All About Kosher Numbers - Is my number kosher?
How can I tell if my number is Kosher?
Written by Yisroel Biegeleisen
Updated at November 5th, 2024
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Understanding Kosher Cell Plans and Numbers in Israel
In Israel, kosher cell plans have their own prefix.
A kosher cell plan consists of a phone and SIM card designed for voice calls only. The phone must display a "Meushar" symbol, and the kosher SIM card will have a kosher number and will only work in a Kosher phone.
Kosher Phones
- Kosher phones are designated for "talk only" with no SMS or internet capabilities.
- They do not include games or cameras.
- If a kosher SIM card is placed in a non-kosher phone, it will lock, and you'll need a new SIM card.
Calling Restrictions
- Certain destinations, deemed inappropriate for the community, are restricted.
Kosher Cell Phone Number Prefixes
List of prefixes for Kosher Cell phone numbers
| Prefix | With International calling Prefix | Company |
| 058-32X-XXXX | +972 58 32X-XXXX | Golan Telecom |
| 050-41X-XXXX | +972 50 41X-XXXX | Pelephone |
| 052-76X-XXXX | +972 52 76X-XXXX | Cellcom, first range |
| 052-71X-XXXX | +972 52 71X-XXXX | Cellcom, second range |
| 053-31X-XXXX | +972 53 31X-XXXX | Hot Mobile, first range |
| 053-41X-XXXX | +972 53 41X-XXXX | Hot Mobile, second range |
| 054-84X-XXXX | +972 54 84X-XXXX | Partner, first range |
| 054-85X-XXXX | +972 54 85X-XXXX | Partner, second range |
| 055-32X-XXXX | +972 55 32X-XXXX | Free Telecom (now x2one) |
| 055-67X-XXXX | +972 55 67X-XXXX | Rami Levy |
| 055-71X-XXXX | +972 55 71X-XXXX | Cellact |
| 055-98X-XXXX | +972 55 98X-XXXX | 019 Telzar |
Transfer of Kosher Numbers
You can transfer a phone number from one kosher carrier on the list to another. For example, a number like 050-41... can be transferred to service from Cellcom or a kosher plan from Cellular Israel.
See here how to port in your number to one of our Kosher price-protected plans
Kosher Plan vs. Kosher Number
If you have a plan with calling only (no texting or data), it may be referred to as a Kosher plan. However, it's essential to distinguish between the plan type and whether the phone number itself is considered a kosher phone number.