Comprehensive Employment and Tax Guide Israel
General Overview
- Currency: Israeli Shekel (ILS)
- Languages: Hebrew, Arabic
- Public Holidays: 10 days
- Capital: Jerusalem
- Fiscal Year: 1 January - 31 December
- Minimum Hourly Wage: 29.12 ILS/hour
Tax Essentials
- Income Tax Range: 10-50%
- Other Taxes: VAT 17%
Social Security Contributions
- Employer Charges: Social Security 6.5%
- Employee Charges: Social Security 3.5%
Employment Contracts & Conditions
- Contract Types: Permanent, Fixed-term
- Trial Periods: Up to 6 months
- Paid Holiday: 12 days per year
- Salary Payment Frequencies: Monthly
- Termination Notice: 1 month
Legal Benefits for Employees
- Medical Coverage: National health insurance
- Common Non-Compulsory Benefits: Pension contributions, meal allowance
Hiring Non citizen or resident
- Visa & Work Permits Obligation: Mandatory for non-citizens
- High-Skilled Worker Permits: Yes, specific work visa required
- Visa & Work Permits Timelines: 2-3 months, depending on visa type and security checks
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