It is recommended to save the reference number received after submitting the application for the purpose of identification and tracking the status of the application.<\/p>\n

Is it possible to extend the work permit beyond 63 month<\/strong>?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As a rule, the answer is no. However, if the employer does wish to extend the foreign worker’s stay in Israel beyond the 63 months stated in the regulations, they will have to submit a special request to the permit department at least six months before the permit expires.<\/p>\n

The employer must attach to the application proofs regarding the foreign specialist\u2019s unique contribution to the economy, market, culture, sports or society.<\/p>\n

Approval of the application requires consultation with the Minister of Finance and the approval of the Minister of Economy and Industry. If the extension is approved, the expert’s visa may be extended for limited periods beyond the aforementioned 63 months.<\/p>\n

If the employer does not submit the application for the special extension by the appointed date, the worker will have to leave the country when the work permit expires. Continuing to stay in Israel, or returning to it, after the last work permit has expired is possible only when the special request has been approved.<\/p>\n

It is important to note that if the special request is not submitted within 6 months before the expiration of the foreign expert\u2019s permit, the worker will have to leave Israel upon the expiration of their permit and will only be allowed to return if the special request for an extension of the residence period is approved.<\/p>\n

After the work permit expires, foreign workers are generally prevented from returning to Israel.<\/p>\n

How can I maximize the chances of a foreign employee in my company continuing to reside in Israel?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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The State of Israel does not support foreigners coming to Israel to work in jobs that could have been filled by local workers. However, the state permits the employment of foreigners with exceptional professional skill or education when they are necessary for various companies in the Israeli economy. A foreign worker’s visa is issued for…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[495],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-85687","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-foreign-workers-en"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n