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Application for work visa in Israel

The service enables foreigners over age 18, who wish to work in Israel, to submit an application for a work visa (except for caregivers). A work visa procedure can start only after receiving approval from the Ministry of the Interior in Israel
Required Documents To Apply
Application for entry visa to Israel
Passport valid for two years (for caregivers – valid for three years)
Two recent duplicate passport photos (color against a white background, with full front view of face, measuring 5x5 cm)
Criminal clearance certificate valid for 6 months, translated and certified
Birth certificate, translated and certified
Confirmation of medical tests carried out at laboratories or hospitals recognized by the mission
Declaration of agreement to be fingerprinted and photographed
Certificate of eligibility from the Jewish Agency/Nativ Liaison Bureau (for persons eligible under the Law of Return only)
Required presence at the Consulate
The applicant must present himself for a personal interview at an Israeli mission in the country where he lives.
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Who can apply
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Related documents
How to apply
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Fill out the form
Fill the forms
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appointment
Schedule an appointment
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Who can apply?

Those eligible to receive the service are foreigners over age 18 with no first-degree relatives in Israel, on whose behalf an application for a work visa has been submitted and whose application has been approved by the Population and Immigration Authority.
This visa is also intended for persons eligible under the Law of Return and for foreign specialists, athletes and performing artists who have been invited to Israel

 

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How to apply

All the required forms should be completed and submitted as per the instructions, in the country where the applicant lives. The applicant must come for a personal interview at the mission, subject to receiving an invitation.
 

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Fill the forms

 

•    Application for entry visa to Israel
•    Passport valid for two years (for caregivers – valid for three years)
•    Two recent duplicate passport photos (color against a white background, with full front view of face, measuring 5x5 cm)
•    Criminal clearance certificate valid for 6 months, translated and certified
•    Birth certificate, translated and certified
•    Confirmation of medical tests carried out at laboratories or hospitals recognized by the mission
•    Declaration of agreement to be fingerprinted and photographed
•    Certificate of eligibility from the Jewish Agency/Nativ Liaison Bureau (for persons eligible under the Law of Return only)
 

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Schedule an appointemet

To visit the mission, it is necessary schedule an appointment in advance.
Before coming to the mission, make sure you have with you all the required documents and completed forms.

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Consular fee


The fee will be paid by the inviting entity, at the time of submitting the application.
If the fee has not been paid in Israel, a fee will be collected according to the schedule of fees on the mission's websit

MAKING AN APPOINTMENT
MAKING AN APPOINTMENT
Information

1 - Due to the limited size of the waiting room and the volume of visitors, a person who does not have an appointment or does not require consular services will not be permitted to enter the Consulate. This includes spouses and family members. Seniors, disabled individuals and minors requiring consular services may be escorted by one other person.

2 - When entering the building you will talk to a security officer on the phone. You will have to show proof of the appointment (date and time) as well as to show a pictured ID.

3 - Every visitor is required to undergo a thorough security check before entering the waiting room. Security directives apply to all those who visit the Consulate. The instructions of the security staff must be obeyed at all times, throughout your visit to the Consulate.

4 - Do not bring any bags with you to your appointment including large backpacks, suitcases or duffle bags. Personal purses are allowed. There is no place to store bags in the consulate/building.

5 - Any electronic items (cellphones, headphones, electronic cigarettes, etc.) must be deposited in a safety deposit outside of the Consulate) You will have access to your devices after your appointment).

6 - Any food, beverages (cold or hot) and containers containing liquids are prohibited from entering the Consulate.

7 - Please come ready to administer your payment. We accept only debit/credit cards (Visa/Mastercard) and cash.