Quick Answer: The Reserve Duty Voucher, officially known as the vacation voucher for reserve soldiers, is a state benefit for reserve soldiers. It's loaded onto a digital Cal card and is intended for accommodation in Israel: hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses, and local travel agencies. The Fighter Card, sometimes written as Peter Card or Fighter, is a digital wallet for reserve combat soldiers, intended by the IDF for restaurants, entertainment, and attractions. At Livo, you can pay for all properties on the website — villas with pools, vacation apartments, suites, and hotels in Eilat — directly on the payment page using the vacation voucher for reserve soldiers.
Information on the voucher and Fighter Card was verified on October 21, 2026, against the Reserve Affairs Department website and the IDF website, with links to each source. Amounts and conditions are determined by government decisions and may change — before booking, check your personal area on the Cal website.
Pictured: The pool at a villa in Shahamon for 10 guests — one of the properties in Eilat that can be paid for with the vacation voucher for reserve soldiers on Livo.
Just want to know how to pay with the voucher on our site? All details are on the page Reserve Duty Voucher in Eilat on Livo. This guide answers everything else: what the voucher is, what the Fighter Card is, who is eligible, where to get and use it, and how to turn the benefit into a vacation in Eilat.
What is a Reserve Duty Voucher?
A Reserve Duty Voucher is a vacation benefit provided by the state to reserve soldiers based on government decisions, and it's loaded onto a digital card issued by Cal. According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, the voucher is intended for accommodation in Israel only: at businesses classified by credit card companies under the "accommodation" clearing category, such as hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses, hostels, khanims, and local travel agencies.
To date, three vacation vouchers have been issued. According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, the first voucher was given for 60 cumulative reserve duty days under Tso 8 between 7.10.2023 and 31.12.2025, the second voucher for an additional 60 days under Tso 8 in 2025, and the 2026 voucher is given according to Government Decision 3812 to those who performed at least 45 days of reserve duty in 2026. Eligibility for the 2026 voucher is not dependent on eligibility for previous vouchers.
How much is the 2026 Vacation Voucher worth?
The amount of the 2026 vacation voucher is determined by the activity level of the unit you served in, the number of days, and whether you have a child under 14. The table below summarizes the amounts as published on the Reserve Affairs Department website: a base amount for 45 days, and an additional amount for each day from the 46th to the 60th day, up to a cap.
Table: Reserve Duty Vacation Voucher for 2026 by Tier — Base Amount and Cap in ₪ (Reserve Affairs Department website, verified 21.10.2026)
| Unit Tier | No Children: Base | No Children: Cap | With Child Under 14: Base | With Child Under 14: Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A'+ | 2,630 | 3,500 | 3,375 | 4,500 |
| A' | 2,200 | 2,950 | 2,925 | 3,900 |
| B' | 1,700 | 2,300 | 2,250 | 3,000 |
| C' and D' | 780 | 1,050 | 1,020 | 1,350 |
| E' | 605 | 800 | 760 | 1,000 |
The Reserve Affairs Department also launched a vacation voucher calculator, which provides an estimate based on the data you enter. The definitive amount is calculated according to service data in the army systems, and that is what you will see in your personal area on the Cal website.
What is a Fighter Card?
The Fighter Card, in English Fighter, is a digital wallet for reserve combat soldiers according to Government Decision 3004. According to the IDF's page on the Fighter Card, it is given to those who served at least 10 days of reserve duty under Tso 8 in 2025 in a combat unit: 30 ₪ for each day from the first to the 30th day, and 80 ₪ for each day from the 31st day, up to a cap of 5,000 ₪ per soldier.
Those who already hold a vacation voucher card do not need a separate Fighter Card. According to the IDF, those who issued the digital Cal card with the first vacation voucher automatically receive Fighter on the same card, without issuing a new card. Those not eligible for the vacation voucher receive an SMS with a link to register on the Cal website and issue a card free of charge. Holders of a kosher phone can order a physical card through the Cal call center.
The important difference between the two cards is what you can pay for. The vacation voucher is for accommodation. The Fighter Card, according to the list of clearing categories published by the Reserve Affairs Department, is for restaurants, fashion, entertainment — including tourist attractions, museums, amusement parks, zoos, and aquariums — spas, sports equipment, toys, and fee payments.
Table: Vacation Voucher and Fighter Card — Key Differences (Reserve Affairs Department website and IDF website, verified 21.10.2026)
| Reserve Duty Vacation Voucher | Fighter Card | |
|---|---|---|
| For Whom | Reserve soldiers based on reserve duty days, unit tier, and children | Reserve combat soldiers with at least 10 Tso 8 days in 2025 in a combat unit |
| On Which Card | Digital Cal card | For vacation voucher holders — the same card; for others — a Cal card issued free of charge |
| What You Can Pay For | Accommodation: hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses, local travel agencies | Restaurants, fashion, entertainment and tourist attractions, spas, fees, and more |
| Validity | Vouchers 1 and 2 until 31.12.2027, 2026 voucher until 31.12.2028 | Until 31.12.2028 |
| Where | In Israel only | In Israel only |
Where do you get a Reserve Duty Voucher and how do you activate it?
You don't request a Reserve Duty Voucher — it's automatically issued to those who are eligible. According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, every eligible soldier receives an SMS to the phone number updated in the IDF systems, with a link to the personal voucher area on the Cal website. There, you activate the voucher for use. Eligibility is calculated only after at least two months have passed since you completed the qualifying reserve duty days, so those who recently finished their days will receive the voucher in a later distribution.
Here's how to activate the voucher, according to the Reserve Affairs Department website:
- Enter your personal area via the link in the SMS, or on the benefits personal area on the Cal website.
- Find the voucher under "Vouchers," with a closed lock symbol. The Fighter Card appears under "Benefits."
- Click on the lock to unlock the voucher for use. For a kosher phone, unlock and lock via the Cal phone center.
- Pay — using the digital wallet on your phone, or by booking online with the card details displayed in your personal area.
To check eligibility and amount — Reserve Affairs call center at 1111 extension 4. For issues with issuance or payment — Cal call center at 076-5996996, also available on WhatsApp, Sunday–Thursday between 08:30 and 16:00. Both phone numbers appear on the Reserve Affairs Department website.
How to check your Reserve Duty Voucher balance?
You can check the balance of your Reserve Duty Voucher and Fighter Card in the benefits personal area on the Cal website, where your digital card details also appear. According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, the last 4 digits of the card can be found in your digital wallet or in the SMS sent by Cal. It's advisable to check your balance before choosing a property, to know in advance how much of your vacation the voucher covers.
Where can you use a Reserve Duty Voucher in Eilat?
Reserve Duty Vouchers can be used at businesses in Israel classified under the "accommodation" clearing category — according to the Reserve Affairs Department website, what matters is the business's classification by credit card companies. In Eilat, on Livo, you can pay for all properties on the website with the vacation voucher for reserve soldiers. There is no list of "voucher-compatible" properties — every property on the site is open for voucher payment.
How to pay with a Reserve Duty Voucher on Livo, step by step
- Check your balance in your personal area on the Cal website and unlock the voucher.
- Choose a property in Eilat, dates, and number of guests. When you enter dates in the site search, you'll only see properties available on those dates.
- On the payment page, enter your digital Cal card details — just like a regular credit card.
- Receive booking confirmation. If the card balance doesn't cover the entire booking, message us on WhatsApp before payment and we'll help split the amount between the reserve duty card and another card.
Do you also have a balance on your Fighter Card? On Livo, you can pay with it on the same payment page — for accommodation at all properties and for attraction vouchers. If the balance doesn't cover the full amount, message us on WhatsApp and we'll help split the payment.
Three things the Reserve Affairs Department asks you to know before paying with a voucher, anywhere: If you have balances on several vouchers, split the payment into a separate transaction for each voucher — unlock one voucher, pay, lock it, and unlock the next. When a business requires a deposit, provide a private credit card for the deposit and the vacation card for charging the vacation. And a credit for cancellation is only recorded on the vacation card if it's processed to the same card you used for payment.
What kind of vacation in Eilat can you book with a Reserve Duty Voucher?
With a Reserve Duty Voucher, you can book any property in Eilat on Livo: a villa with a private pool, a vacation apartment, a couple's suite, or a hotel. The choice mainly depends on how many people you are and what you're looking for — and the table below matches property type to vacation type.
Table: Eilat Vacation with Reserve Duty Voucher — Which Property is Right for You on Livo
| Who's Traveling | What to Look For | Where to Start |
|---|---|---|
| Couple after reserve duty | Suite or couple's apartment | Suites in Eilat, Couple's vacation in Eilat |
| Family with children | Vacation apartment or family villa | Family vacation in Eilat, Vacation apartments in Eilat |
| Unit friends, 10 or more | Large villa with a pool | Villas for groups of 10 in Eilat |
| Those who want a pool just for themselves | Villa with a private pool | Villas with private pools in Eilat |
| Going on short notice | What's available in the coming days | Last Minute in Eilat |
Villa in Eilat with a Reserve Duty Voucher. On the Villas in Eilat page, only properties marked by hosts as a villa are displayed, and on the private pool page, properties marked on Livo with a private pool are displayed.
Vacation apartment or hotel. For those who prefer a kitchen, living room, and space for the whole family, there are vacation apartments in Eilat, and for couples — suites in Eilat. The exact price for each property appears after you enter dates.
Can you pay for attractions with a Reserve Duty Voucher?
Not with the vacation voucher: according to the Reserve Affairs Department website, the vacation voucher is for accommodation only, and use not in accordance with the terms will result in a deduction from the IDF slip. The Fighter Card is intended for attractions — according to the Reserve Affairs Department's list of clearing categories, it includes tourist attractions, museums, amusement parks, zoos, and aquariums. On Livo, you can buy Eilat attraction vouchers on the website's payment page, and you can pay for them with the Fighter Card.
You'll find the vouchers sold on the site under Eilat Discounts and Attractions and Local Perks, and ideas for planning your days on the Eilat Attractions page and in the What to Do in Eilat guide.
Are there discounts for reservists in Eilat?
Yes. At Livo, soldiers and reservists enjoy exclusive discounts. Message us on WhatsApp before booking, and we'll check the discount for your chosen property and dates.
Tips for Smart Reserve Duty Voucher Use
Smart use of a Reserve Duty Voucher starts with checking the balance and choosing dates, not with choosing the property. Here are five tips to help you get more nights in Eilat from your voucher:
- Check balance and validity first. In your personal area on the Cal website, you can see how much is left on each voucher. According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, the first and second vouchers are valid until 31.12.2027 and the 2026 voucher until 31.12.2028 — those holding several vouchers can start with the one that expires sooner.
- Enter dates in the search. This way, you only see properties available on your dates and the exact price for the stay, instead of finding out at the end that the property is booked.
- Compare several dates. The price per night is determined by the dates, so it's worth checking weekdays versus weekends to see where the voucher covers more nights.
- Going with your unit friends? Searching for villas for 10 guests in Eilat only shows villas suitable for 10 or more guests. More on group planning in the Guide to Group Vacations in Eilat.
- Both cards in the same booking. On Livo, you can pay for accommodation with the vacation voucher or Fighter Card, and for attraction vouchers with the Fighter Card — all on the website.
Is Eilat safe now?
Yes. Eilat is open and active, and even during periods of war, there were far fewer sirens there than in central Israel — during Operation "With Every Lion" in June 2025, according to official data published, Eilat had 6 sirens compared to 106 in Tel Aviv. Before traveling, it's advisable to check the updated instructions from the Home Front Command, and some properties on Livo have a safe room (Mamad) — it's marked on the property page.
Source for siren numbers: Official data as published on 25.06.2025. You can find updated instructions on the Home Front Command website.
Further Reading
FAQ
Where do you get a Reserve Duty Voucher?
You don't request a Reserve Duty Voucher — it's automatically issued. According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, every eligible soldier receives an SMS to the phone number updated in the IDF systems, with a link to the personal voucher area on the Cal website, where you activate the voucher for use. Eligibility is calculated only after at least two months have passed since the completion of the qualifying reserve duty days. To check eligibility: Reserve Affairs call center 1111 extension 4.
Where can you use a Reserve Duty Voucher in Eilat?
Reserve Duty Vouchers can be used at businesses classified under the "accommodation" clearing category, such as hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses, and local travel agencies. In Eilat, on Livo, you can pay for all properties on the website with the vacation voucher for reserve soldiers — villas with pools, vacation apartments, suites, and hotels — directly on the payment page.
Can you book a villa in Eilat with a Reserve Duty Voucher?
Yes. All villas on Livo, including villas with private pools, are open for payment with the vacation voucher for reserve soldiers. Choose a villa and dates on the website, and on the payment page, enter your digital Cal card details, just like a regular credit card.
Fighter Card — where can you pay with it?
According to the IDF, the Fighter Card is valid at businesses in Israel in the clearing categories approved by the Reserve Affairs Department: restaurants, fashion, entertainment and tourist attractions, spas, sports equipment and toys, and fee payments. You can also pay with it for online or phone bookings using the card details. On Livo, you can pay with the Fighter Card for everything on the website — accommodation at all properties and also attraction vouchers — directly on the payment page, using the card details.
Fighter Card — can you book a hotel in Eilat?
Yes. On Livo, you can pay with the Fighter Card for a hotel, suite, vacation apartment, or villa in Eilat — directly on the website, for all properties. You can also pay with the Reserve Duty Vacation Voucher on the same payment page.
Can you pay for attractions with a Reserve Duty Voucher?
Not with the vacation voucher: according to the Reserve Affairs Department website, it's for accommodation only, and use not in accordance with the terms will result in a deduction from the IDF slip. The Fighter Card is intended for attractions, and according to the IDF, it includes tourist attractions, museums, amusement parks, zoos, and aquariums — and on Livo, you can also pay for Eilat attraction vouchers with it, directly on the payment page.
How do you check your Reserve Duty Voucher balance?
You can see the balance of your Reserve Duty Voucher and Fighter Card in the benefits personal area on the Cal website, where your digital card details also appear. It's advisable to check your balance before reaching the payment page. For card issues: Cal call center 076-5996996, also on WhatsApp, Sunday–Thursday 08:30–16:00.
Can you combine a Reserve Duty Voucher with a credit card?
Yes. On Livo, if the balance on the reserve duty card doesn't cover the entire booking, message us on WhatsApp before payment and we'll help split the amount between the reserve duty card and another card. According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, when a business requires a deposit, you provide a private credit card for the deposit and the vacation card for charging the vacation.
Are there discounts for reservists in Eilat?
Yes. At Livo, soldiers and reservists enjoy exclusive discounts. Message us on WhatsApp before booking, and we'll check the discount for your chosen property and dates.
Until when can you use the Reserve Duty Voucher?
According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, the first and second vouchers are valid for use until 31.12.2027, and the 2026 vacation voucher until 31.12.2028. According to the IDF, the Fighter Card is also valid until 31.12.2028. Your balance appears in your personal area on the Cal website.
How much is the 2026 Reserve Duty Voucher worth?
According to the Reserve Affairs Department website, the 2026 vacation voucher is given to those who performed at least 45 days of reserve duty in 2026, and the amount depends on the unit tier, the number of days, and whether you have a child under 14: from 605 ₪ base in tier E' without children up to a cap of 4,500 ₪ in tier A'+ with a child. The Reserve Affairs Department website has a calculator to estimate the amount.
Is Eilat safe now?
Yes. Eilat is open and active, and even during periods of war, there were far fewer sirens there than in central Israel — during Operation "With Every Lion" in June 2025, according to official data published, Eilat had 6 sirens compared to 106 in Tel Aviv. Before traveling, it's advisable to check the updated instructions from the Home Front Command, and some properties on Livo have a safe room (Mamad) — it's marked on the property page.
Can I consult with someone before booking?
Yes. You can message us on WhatsApp or call 050-780-1370 to ask about a property in Eilat, dates, and payment with a Reserve Duty Voucher.
עודכן לאחרונה: October 21, 2026