Published: 13.04.2026
Foreign nationals working temporarily in Israel may use B1 or B4 visas, with the applicant and employer applying for a work permit valid for 90 days or one year. A B1 visa is generally issued for up to one year and may be renewed annually, while the A1 visa for eligible Jewish applicants may remain valid for up to five years through renewals.
According to the source, moving to Israel for work requires both an appropriate visa and a work permit arranged by the applicant and employer; the standard B1 route is limited to one year at a time, with annual renewals possible. Recognized Israeli high-tech companies can use a separate B1 High Tech route with a streamlined process and renewal option. Spouses of the primary B1 applicant receive permission to work for an employer of their choice while the visa is valid. This is most relevant to foreign professionals, their families, and Jewish applicants considering the A1 route, who should plan around annual renewals and the distinction between employment and residence visas.
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