B/1 work visa (expert / employment)
B/1 work visa (expert / employment) is a residence route in Israel (Werk). Israeli employer obtains permit (experts: salary ≥ 2× average wage); visa renewable, generally capped at 5 yrs 3 months; no route to PR. Dependants on B/2/B/4. Expert threshold ~NIS 27k/month (2026).
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 77'800. Spouse and children can usually be included.
How holders are taxed
Centre-of-life test; up to 50% on income; olim: 10-yr exemption on foreign income (reporting required for arrivals from 2026)
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categorie | Werk |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Leges (gezin) | — |
| Inkomen / jr | CHF 77'800 |
| Vermogen | — |
| Min. verblijf | — |
| PV | — |
| Staatsburgerschap | — |
| Werk | yes |
| Komt in aanmerking | all |
| Belasting | Centre-of-life test; up to 50% on income; olim: 10-yr exemption on foreign income (reporting required for arrivals from 2026) |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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