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Foreign Workers Employment Procedure in Trade and Services Sector

Foreign Workers Employment Procedure in Trade and Services Sector

The Population and Immigration Authority announces a new procedure enabling foreign workers employment in various trade and services sectors. This procedure aims to address labor shortages in these sectors and support continued business activity in the economy.

Approved Sectors and Required Positions

Event Halls

Under this procedure, event halls can employ cleaning workers for routine maintenance and cleaning work, as well as kitchen assistants to support food preparation. Important note: This permit does not include restaurants and hotels.

Retail and Wholesale Trade

This sector is approved for worker employment in various essential positions, including:

  • Cargo handlers
  • Porters
  • Stock arrangers
  • Packaging workers
  • Butchers Special emphasis is placed on positions requiring significant physical effort.

Auto Repair Shops

The procedure allows employment of professional workers in the automotive field, including:

  • Mechanics
  • Electricians
  • Panel beaters
  • Painters
  • Tire specialists Also includes cleaning workers and parts arrangers.

Professional Cleaning Services

Intended for cleaning companies licensed by the Ministry of Labor that provide services to public institutions and businesses.

Building and Infrastructure Services

Includes various professionals such as:

  • General maintenance personnel
  • Glaziers
  • Scaffolding workers
  • Welders
  • Gardeners
  • Plumbers

Threshold Requirements for Employers

  • Must be a limited company or licensed dealer
  • Minimum employment of 4 Israeli workers
  • Foreign workers limited to 25% of Israeli workforce
  • Sound business activity without “going concern” warning

Employer Obligations

Employers must provide fair employment conditions including:

  • Full-time employment only
  • Payment of at least minimum wage
  • Comprehensive health insurance arrangement
  • Provision of suitable housing
  • Salary payment to personal bank account
  • Employment contract in worker’s language
  • Monthly deposits to social security fund

Additional Important Information

  • Work permit validity limited to 63 months
  • Absolute prohibition on transferring workers between employers for payment
  • Mandatory reporting of any changes in employment conditions
  • Violation of permit conditions may lead to cancellation and fines

You are invited to contact our office to request employment approval for foreign workers. Our office has over 20 years of experience and assists many businesses in obtaining employment permits.

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