Israel•AsiaWork Visa (B/1)
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-120 days
Application Fee
40 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 3 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Employment visa for foreign experts, artists, and skilled workers. Requires employer sponsorship and work permit approval. Valid for up to 3 years, extendable to 5 years maximum.
The B/1 work visa is designed for foreign experts and skilled workers who have secured employment with an Israeli employer. The visa requires the employer to apply for a work permit first, demonstrating the need for the foreign worker's expertise.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
297,108 ILS
per year
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: IR, IQ, SY, LB
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
2+ years validity
Passport photos
Recent color photos
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence, translated and certified, valid 6 months
Birth certificate
Translated and certified
Medical examination
From recognized laboratory or hospital
Work permit approval
From Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs
Sponsor Documents
Job offer letter
Detailed position description and salary terms
Employer registration
Proof of business registration
Work permit application
Filed with Ministry of Labor describing position and need for expert
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency
- Ability to work in Israel
- Family members may accompany
- Access to public health insurance after 183 days
Considerations
- Requires employer sponsorship
- Limited to 5 years maximum
- Work permit process takes ~14 weeks
- Complex multi-step application
Application Process
Secure employment
Obtain formal job offer from Israeli employer
Employer applies for work permit
Employer submits work permit application to Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs
Work permit approval
Ministry of Labor reviews and approves work permit (14 weeks typical)
Apply for visa
Submit visa application at Israeli embassy with work permit approval
Health examination
Undergo medical examination if requested
Visa decision
Ministry of Interior issues B/1 work visa
Application Forms
Work Visa Application Form
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