Israel · Work Visa
Work permit categories, eligibility, sponsorship, application steps, and processing times.
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Foreign workers enter on a B/1 work visa; a licensed Israeli employer first obtains a permit from the Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA), then you apply for the visa at an Israeli mission and receive a work-purpose stay.
Work and residence permits are handled by the Population and Immigration Authority. The B/1 work visa is the main category for foreign employees, usually employer-sponsored.
- The B/1 work visa is typically employer-sponsored.
- Experts and high-tech workers have dedicated, faster tracks.
- Permits are processed through the Population and Immigration Authority.
- 1
Secure a sponsored job
Secure a job with an Israeli employer authorised to employ foreign workers; some sectors have quotas and the experts route suits high-skill roles.
- 2
Employer obtains the permit
The employer applies to the Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) for a permit and an invitation.
- 3
Apply for the B/1 work visa
Apply for the B/1 work visa at an Israeli embassy or consulate with the approval.
- 4
Complete medical and documents
Provide medical checks and documents as required.
- 5
Enter Israel and register
Enter on the B/1 visa; the stay is extended in Israel for the work period.
- 6
Renew and comply
Renew the visa and permit before expiry and keep to the approved employer and role.
- Sponsored job with an authorised Israeli employer
- PIBA employer permit + invitation
- B/1 work visa at the mission
- Medical checks + documents
- Entry on the B/1 visa
- Stay extension for the work period
- Health insurance
- Renewals + compliance tracked
- Population and Immigration Authority (gov.il)
Work and residence permits.
Frequently asked questions
What is a B/1 visa?
The B/1 is Israel’s work visa, allowing employment for a limited period with the sponsoring employer.
Who approves the employer?
The Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) grants employers permits to hire foreign workers.
Are there quotas?
Some sectors have quotas; the experts (high-skill) route is treated separately.
Government portals
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Israel’s diplomatic missions abroad, consular services and visa information.
- National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi) — Social-security and health-insurance contributions and benefits, with sections for new immigrants and foreign workers.