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Israel Work Visa: requirements and how to apply

Fast-track visa for tech software engineers, executives, and research scientists employed by Israeli innovation companies.

Official Israel work visa page

B/1 Foreign Expert Work Visa (Hi-Tech HIT Scheme)

Fast-track visa for tech software engineers, executives, and research scientists employed by Israeli innovation companies.

Typical duration
1 year, extendable up to 5 years total
Path to permanent residency
Temporary stay (unless eligible under Law of Return)

Main requirements

  • Double the average national salary (~ILS 25k+/mo)
  • Employed by recognized hi-tech firm

Official page

Documents usually needed for Israel

  • For B/1 Expert: gross monthly salary at least double the Israeli national average wage (~ ILS 25,000+ per month)
  • For Hi-Tech HIT Visa: recognized technology company in Israel registered with Israel Innovation Authority
  • Higher education degree in relevant field or accredited technical specialty certification
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months and a compliant photo (make yours here)

Application steps

  1. 1

    PIBA Foreign Workers Department Permit Petition

    Israeli sponsoring tech company files online application for B/1 expert employment authorization.

    6 business days (Hi-Tech) to 4 weeks

  2. 2

    Consular B/1 Entry Visa Stamp

    Collect single-entry B/1 visa at Israeli diplomatic mission abroad.

    1 - 2 weeks

  3. 3

    Multi-Entry B/1 Inter-Visa Extension

    Enter Israel and extend multi-entry sticker for up to 1 year at regional PIBA office (Misrad HaPnim).

    1 - 2 weeks post-arrival

Other ways to move to Israel

Find a licensed adviser

For advice on your own case, use a licensed immigration lawyer or adviser. Always check they are registered before you pay anyone. Imiatlas does not refer or review cases.

Look for a lawyer registered with the national bar association or law society in Israel. The official immigration website explains any rules on who may represent applicants.

Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA - ×Øשו×Ŗ האוכלוהין וההגי×Øה)

General information to help you research, not legal advice. Rules change often: always confirm with Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA - ×Øשו×Ŗ האוכלוהין וההגי×Øה) on the official website before applying.