Israel Guide: Visas & Permits

Which documents do you need when going abroad? What are the regulations on visas and residence permits? Our legal guide will help you understand the paperwork you need to complete before moving abroad.

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  Visas

  Who needs a visa?

  Israel offers visas for tourists, business personnel, students, workers and immigrants. Most foreign nationals do not need a visa for visits under 90 days. The typical visa process is straightforward but requires a lot of documentation.

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  Working in Israel

  Work visas & work permits

  If you want to work in Israel, you will need a work visa to enter the country and. Depending on the length of your employment, you might also need to apply for a work permit.

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  Immigration

  Jewish immigrant visas

  Under Israeli law, all Jews have the right to return to Israel. Prospective immigrants apply to the Jewish Agency in their current country to receive visas and immigration status before coming to Israel. Once in Israel, the government grants them special privileges.

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  Citizenship

  Israeli naturalization and national insurance

  If you want to become a naturalized citizen, you must have lived in Israel for at least three years. Regardless of citizenship status, all residents must pay for national insurance.

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  Driver's license

  Converting your foreign driving license

  Israel allows residents, temporary residents, and tourists to convert their current licenses into Israeli ones within a year of arrival.

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