The directive concerning transfer of goods -1252 (1988), as well as secondary legislation, states that goods at commercial quantities may only pass into the region at designated trade crossings. [click here for the relevant security legislation] However goods which originate or are destined for military bases or Israeli settlements are permitted to be transferred only at crossings designated for Israeli movement (excluding agricultural products).

The trade crossings are (correct for December 2008): Bik'a, Gilbo'a, Efrayim Gate,  Bitunya, Har Homa and Tarkumiya crossing.

Agricultural products at commercial quantities, regardless of origin and type, may only be transferred at the following crossings: Machabim, Shomron, Eliyahu, Bik'a, Bahurim, E-zaim, Derech ha Avot, Halamed Hey and Meytar.

According to the security legislation in Judea and Samaria, and in line with International law, entry of waste originating in Israel into Judea and Samaria requires inspection and the granting of a permit. The permit must be explicit, signed by The Staff Officer for Environmental Protection and is limited to a specific permissible amount.

A Palestinian resident of the region, who claims that he has been inflicted harm as a result of the activities of soldiers, bodies cooperating with the IDF or a civilian IDF employee and is pursuing damages on the basis of this injury is entitled to submit an action to The Staff Complaints Officer at The Civilian Administration. The officer examines the action, the evidence and the applicable mandatory compensation in each situation and will formulate his decision in the matter. His decision may be challenged before the Appeals Committee. Before submitting the action, it is necessary to give notice of damage in accordance with the determined regulations [click here for the relevant regulations].