Resources

Practical guides for international professionals operating in Jerusalem and the West Bank. Written by the Dallah team with 30 years of regional experience.

How Car Insurance Works Across the West Bank: Areas A, B, and C Explained
Insurance & Legal
May 2025Dallah Operations Team8 min read

How Car Insurance Works Across the West Bank: Areas A, B, and C Explained

The Oslo Accords divided the West Bank into three administrative zones — and the zone you are in determines whether your rental car insurance is valid. Most international staff discover this fact too late.

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Driving from Jerusalem to Ramallah: What International Staff Need to Know
Practical Guide
April 2025Dallah Operations Team6 min read

Driving from Jerusalem to Ramallah: What International Staff Need to Know

The Qalandia checkpoint separates Jerusalem from Ramallah, and navigating it requires the right vehicle, the right insurance, and the right documents. A practical guide for first-time crossers.

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Hyundai Santa Fe SUVs in the Dallah fleet
NGO & Embassy
March 2025Dallah Operations Team10 min read

The Complete Guide to Long-Term Vehicle Rental for NGOs in Jerusalem

Procurement teams, fleet managers, and logistics coordinators at international NGOs share a common challenge: finding a rental partner who understands the region, the paperwork, and the insurance requirements.

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What Documents Do International Staff Need to Rent a Car in Jerusalem?
Practical Guide
February 2025Dallah Operations Team7 min read

What Documents Do International Staff Need to Rent a Car in Jerusalem?

From international driving permits to employment letters and visa classifications, understanding what you need before you arrive at the counter saves time and prevents costly delays.

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West Bank Driving Routes: A Practical Map for International Staff
Field Guide
May 2026Dallah Operations Team9 min read

West Bank Driving Routes: A Practical Map for International Staff

A route-by-route guide to driving between Jerusalem and the major West Bank cities — checkpoints, crossing times, alternative roads, and the insurance status of each route.

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Dallah Land Cruiser for media, NGO, and field mobility
Cornerstone · For Press
April 2026Dallah Operations Team14 min read

The Media Mobility Handbook: Journalist Safety and Transportation in the West Bank

An operational safety handbook for foreign correspondents — vehicle choice, plate logic, press marking, checkpoint conduct, and what to carry in the car.

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Cadillac Escalade SUV for diplomatic and executive vehicle rentals
Cornerstone · For Diplomats
March 2026Dallah Operations Team12 min read

Diplomatic Vehicle Leasing: Tax Exemptions and Import/Export Regulations

A practical guide for embassies and diplomatic missions — tax-exemption frameworks, lease-vs-import comparisons, and audit-ready procurement in Jerusalem and Ramallah.

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Red Hyundai Kona representing newer Dallah fleet vehicles
Cornerstone · Macro Analysis
February 2026Dallah Operations Team11 min read

Sustainable Fleet Management and Automotive Trends in the West Bank

A macro analysis of sustainable fleet management — ICE vs hybrid vs EV trade-offs, charging infrastructure realities, and how NGOs can meet green-energy mandates.

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