Full-time workers who work five days a week are entitled to 12 net holiday days within their first five years of employment (not counting the monthly rest day), and then as follows:

6th year – 14 days of net holiday

7th year – 15 days of net holiday

8th year – 16 days of net holiday

For 8 years, you can get an extra holiday day each year, up to a total of 20 net vacation days after 12 years.

Employees who work part-time have their leave entitlement determined based on the amount of real working days, all according to a clear accounting mechanism outlined in the applicable legislation.

In Israel, there are nine national holidays: Rosh Hashana, Sukkot, Yom Kippur, Passover (2 days), Shavuot, and Independence Day.

Sick leave accrues at a cost of 1.5 days per month, up to a limit of 90 days.

The person is not entitled to pay on the first day of maternity leave.

The employee is entitled to 50% of their daily salary for the second and third days.

The employee is entitled to 100% of their daily salary starting on the fourth day.

The employee must present a doctor's medical certificate upon return.

A woman who has worked with the company for less than a year is entitled to 15 weeks of maternity leave.

A woman who has worked with the company for more than a year is entitled to 26 weeks of maternity leave (which includes 15 paid weeks and 11 unpaid weeks).

Sick leave accrues at a cost of 1.5 days per month, up to a limit of 90 days.

The person is not entitled to pay on the first day of maternity leave.

The employee is entitled to 50% of their daily salary for the second and third days.

The employee is entitled to 100% of their daily salary starting on the fourth day.

The employee must present a doctor's medical certificate upon return.

After the birth of an infant, fathers will take days off, but these days will be deducted from their maternity leave.

Bereavement Leave: If a member of the employee's immediate family dies, the employee is entitled to paid mourning days and up to 7 calendar days of paid leave, as is customary in his faith (including the weekly rest day). The employee's absence from work due to sorrow is entirely compensated and will not be excluded from the employee's annual vacation or sick leave allowance. The right to a grievance period is contingent on completing three months of work, according to the statute.

The standard workday lasts seven to nine hours, depending on the number of days worked per week, and 43 hours per week. The majority of employees work five days a week, but can work up to six. Evening work, including overtime, should not exceed 58 hours per week. Employees are entitled to a minimum 45-minute break per workday and a brief break to pray in the workplace. Additionally, employees receive a minimum of 48 hours of rest per week, which is typically taken on Friday and Saturday.

Overtime hours are limited to two per day and sixteen per week. Employees are not permitted to work more than 12 hours per day, inclusive of overtime. Overtime is compensated at a rate of 125 percent of regular pay for the first two hours and 150 percent thereafter.

Overtime expected to exceed two hours per day and work required on rest days require approval from the Ministry of Economy, Office of Work and Rest. The employer is required to report to the Office of Work and Rest on how the overtime and days of rest permits are used.

According to the National Insurance Law, all Israeli citizens are entitled to health care. There are four health care funds for basic treatment, and citizens can choose one of them. They can also increase their coverage by purchasing supplementary health insurance.

Some Israeli businesses contribute to "managers' insurance" policies or pension funds. This provides for a monthly allocation of 18.3 percent of the employee's salary into an insurance fund, paid in part by both the employer and the employee. A portion of the employer contribution is used to replace severance pay.

Some employers offer disability insurance to their employees in the amount of up to 2.5 percent of their annual salary.

Employees are entitled to reimbursement for travel expenses, with the rate changing on a regular basis (the current maximum rate per day is around ILS 20 or US $5). This is calculated based on the number of days worked during which the employee used public transportation to and from work.

Some employers provide a company car to their employees or charge a fee for the use and upkeep of the car. Collective bargaining agreements and the employee's employment contract govern specific terms.

Travel expenses may be included in the employee's salary with the employee's written permission.

A professional moving to Israel for work or business should apply for the B/1 work visa (combined work permit and employment visa).

The B/1 work visa is a business visa that allows foreigners to work in Israel for a limited period of time. It is given to professionals, scientists, high-tech workers, and artists.

The following are the Israeli work visa criteria for this permit:

(1) permission from the Ministry of the Interior;

(2) visa interview;

(3) verified certificate of good conduct;

(4) certification of medical exam completed by a mission-approved clinic or hospital;

(5) biometrics (fingerprints and photos);

(6) completed Israeli work permit visa application form;

(7) two passport-size pictures; and

(8) a signed statement from the company declaring that a job of employment is being offered.

Customs will stamp the visa upon arrival in Israel, making it valid for 30 days. Extensions of up to one year are then allowed, allowing the foreigner to leave and enter Israel as many times as necessary.

Specialists working in academic or non-academic fields for more than three months will be issued the B/1 visa, which includes the following requirements:

(1) a higher salary requirement (at least double the average wage);

(2) a CV/resume;

(3) academic certificates (if not in English, diplomas must be officially translated into Hebrew and notarized by an Israeli notary);

(4) a copy of passport (valid for at least a year and three months from the beginning of the procedure); Power of attorney;

(5) application forms that have been completed and signed;

(6) three passport-sized photographs;

(7) marriage and birth certificates (original with apostille) for any accompanying family members;

(8) police clearance (given within the past six months); and

(9) medical clearance (issued within the previous three months).

These personnel may remain and work in Israel for a maximum of five years and three months from the commencement date. The visa typically takes two to three months to complete.

The procedure of establishing your Israel subsidiary will be determined by a number of criteria, including where you incorporate and the kind of organization you choose. By shortening the time it takes to register a subsidiary with the Income Tax Department and the National Insurance Institute, Israel has attempted to make it simpler for international enterprises to establish a presence in the country. To encourage new businesses in the field, the Israeli government will also award research and development subsidies ranging from 20 to 50 percent of total authorized costs.

You should begin the process of establishing an Israel subsidiary by determining the best location for your business. Different areas and localities in Israel may have their own Israel subsidiary laws that affect how much you must pay and how long it takes. We also suggest investigating which entity would be appropriate for your company objectives, since each choice will have an impact on what you can and cannot accomplish. You have the option of forming a limited liability company (LLC), a public corporation, or a foreign firm.

The following are the stages to forming your firm as an LLC:

1. Obtaining an attorney's certification of business registration paperwork

2. Filing documentation with the Ministry of Justice's registrar of corporations

3. Registering for taxes at the Income Tax Department of the Ministry of Finance

4. Registering for VAT at the Customs and VAT Department of the Ministry of Finance

5. Joining the National Insurance Institute

After you've established your business, it's critical to understand the set of Israeli subsidiary laws that apply to LLCs. In Israel, for example, subsidiary rules require LLCs to have a distinct name from the parent company and to have that name authorized by the Registrar of Companies. In addition, you must designate one or more directors. Your directors do not have to be Israeli nationals, but you must have at least one representative who is an Israeli resident.

All Israeli subsidiaries are required to have a registered office in the country. This is also where you should keep all of your necessary documentation. Because subsidiaries are considered resident corporations, you are eligible for tax breaks and incentives that are also offered to local businesses.