Work in Israel — Official Employment. No Agents. No Fees.
Cohen Group — a licensed Israeli employer hiring workers directly, without intermediaries.
Work in Israel — Official Employment. No Agents. No Fees.
Cohen Group — a licensed Israeli employer hiring workers directly, without intermediaries.
Your Safe Path to Work in Israel
Work legally with Cohen Group — a real Israeli employer.
Safe job. Good salary. Real support from visa to your first workday.
With us, you receive:
Top 4 Legal Jobs for Foreign Workers in Israel
All jobs are officially registered in the Israeli Ministry of Interior — with full legal contracts, stable income, and housing provided.
It’s easy to qualify — most candidates meet these simple requirements.
You don’t need a university degree or perfect English — only the desire to work and build a better life.
Minimum requirements for candidates:
We currently hire workers from these countries:
Recruitment from additional countries may open soon.
Work directly with a real Israeli employer — safe, legal, and fully supported.
We make your journey simple and worry-free — from documents to your first day in Israel.
Official Employment in Israel
You sign a direct contract with an Israeli employer — no agents, no hidden fees.
Your job is fully legal and protected by Israeli labor law.
Cohen Group is officially registered with the Israeli Ministry of Labor.
Full Visa Support
We provide clear step-by-step instructions and personal guidance, so you can prepare and submit all documents for the Work Visa B1 easily and without stress.
Guaranteed Job Placement
Once you sign your contract, your workplace in Israel is reserved for you.
From that moment, we take full responsibility — so you can feel safe and confident.
Guaranteed Legal Salary and Full Social Protection
You earn a legal salary from $12/hour ($2,000–$2,500 per month) plus full benefits, medical insurance, and safe housing.
All your rights are protected by Israeli law — so you can work safely and plan your future confidently.
Warm Welcome and Easy Start in Israel
When you arrive at Ben Gurion Airport, our coordinators meet you and help with documents, a SIM card, and your bank account — so your first days in Israel go smoothly and without worries.
Constant Support
Our coordinators are always nearby — at work and on your days off.
We solve any question quickly and help you in everything during your stay in Israel.
Your Journey to Israel — Step by Step
The entire employment process takes approximately 2-3 months.Cohen Group supports you every step of the way, from your application to your first day of work in Israel.
Step 1. Apply Online
Choose your job and fill out the candidate form. Provide your documents and go through the terms and conditions approval process.
Step 2. Document Preparation
Our team checks your documents and gets your work permit approved by the Israeli Ministry of Interior. Then we prepare your Offer Letter and Employment Contract — your job in Israel is officially reserved for you. All original documents will be sent to you so that you can apply for your work visa in your home country.
Step 3. Visa Process
Sign your Employment Contract with a notary to make it official.
Gather all required documents and apply for your B1 work visa.
Step 4. Arrival & Registration
Agree on your arrival date and get ready for your journey to Israel.
Our coordinators will meet you at Ben Gurion Airport and make sure everything goes smoothly.
Step 5. Start Working
Join the safety briefing, learn your daily duties, and start your new job in Israel.
Our coordinators and supervisors will be there to guide you and support you — you're never alone.
Organizational Costs & Refunds
Transparent costs for document processing and travel — fully refunded after your arrival in Israel.
Candidate Costs:
💰 Estimated candidate costs: $200–$250 USDAll payments are made step by step in your home country while preparing your documents.
For example:You will pay the notary directly for their services.Then, you will pay for your medical check-up and tests at the clinic.Courier services are paid directly to the courier company that delivers your documents for employment and visa processing to Israel.
This process is simple and transparent — you pay directly to each service provider, and there are no hidden fees.
What Our Candidates Say
Real experiences of people who found legal jobs in Israel with Cohen Group.
Answers to frequently asked questions
What company will I work for?
You will be employed by the Cohen Employment Group and then, under a labor leasing agreement, sent to the Enterprise, according to the selected vacancy.
Salaries and all social benefits will be paid by the Cohen Employment Group.What documents will I use to work? Is the work official?
We offer only official and legal employment in Israel, in accordance with current Israeli legislation on the employment of foreign workers!
For official employment, we sign with you:
1. An employment contract for employment with the Cohen Group in Israel.
2. An offer letter outlining the basic terms of employment.Do you need a visa to work in Israel?
A B1 work visa is required for entry into Israel for employment purposes. The applicant is responsible for completing all necessary visa paperwork.
The visa is issued:
1. Electronically for entry into Israel;
2. The work visa is affixed to the applicant's passport at the Israel Visa Application Center.What documents are required to obtain an entry visa to Israel?
To obtain a visa, the candidate must have:
- A signed original employment contract from both the employer and employee.
- An offer letter.
- The candidate's personal documents.
You can find the full list of visa documents on the Visa Department website HERE.What documents do you need to submit to come to Israel?
To officially enter Israel for employment, you must have:
1. A passport valid for at least 12 months prior to your arrival in Israel.
2. An employment contract with Cohen Group.
3. An invitation to work in Israel (Offer Letter).
4. A work visa for entry and work in Israel (e-Visa or visa affixed to your passport).For how long can I come to Israel?
The first employment contract is for 12 months.
The maximum period of stay in Israel is 60 months.If I have already been to Israel on a blue paper (applied for refugee status), can I go to work in Israel?
Unfortunately, you cannot apply for employment in Israel.
If you have already been to Israel and applied for Refugee (blue paper), you are subject to automatic deportation for 10 years.If I have already been to Israel as a tourist, can I get a job in Israel?
If you were in Israel as a tourist, left Israel within the specified time frame, and did not violate the current legislation of Israel, you can apply for employment in Israel.
If I have already worked in Israel on a B1 visa, can I get a job in Israel?
Yes, you can apply for employment in Israel.
In this case, it is necessary to take into account the visa corridor - 12 months, i.e. after arriving from Israel, you can apply after 12 months.How quickly can I arrive in Israel after all the documents are completed?
It all depends on you.
The average time it takes to arrive in Israel from the moment you submit your application to your arrival in Israel is 2.5-3 months.
Customized arrival times may also be specified for each candidate.
The candidate's arrival dates are agreed upon with the Visa Department after the visa is issued.How much time is needed for registration and formalities in Israel before I can start work?
Upon arrival in Israel, all organizational procedures take approximately 2–3 days.
This includes accommodation arrangements, completion of employment documentation, medical insurance registration, distribution of work clothing, medical examination (if required), and other preparatory procedures.
Training and safety instructions take an additional 1–2 days and depend on each employee’s individual pace.
We recommend completing the online training for your position while your visa documents are being processed — this will help you start work faster after arrival.Will I be met at the airport in Israel?
Yes, of course.
Company coordinators meet all candidates at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv on the agreed arrival dates.
At the airport, they organize the completion of entry and employment documents, followed by transfer to the Cohen Group office and further accommodation arrangements.What expenses will I have before arriving in Israel?
Before arriving in Israel, candidates cover only small organizational expenses in their home country.
These include notary and apostille services, medical tests, document translation (if required), and courier delivery of documents from Israel.
The total cost is approximately $200–$250 USD, and Cohen Group refunds 100% of these expenses after your arrival in Israel upon presentation of payment receipts.How is it possible to send money from Israel home?
Each employee receives assistance at the airport with installing the Rewire mobile application — a convenient and secure service for transferring money abroad.
You may also use other international money transfer systems such as Western Union, MoneyGram, or similar services.
Additionally, you can send SWIFT transfers directly to your bank account in your home country.
If you need any help with money transfers, please contact your Cohen Group coordinator for assistance.How will communication take place in the workplace and in everyday life?
The company’s coordinators speak English, Russian, French, and Hebrew and will assist you throughout your employment.
At your workplace, coordinators are always available to help with communication and everyday matters.
Israelis are friendly and many speak foreign languages, including English, Russian, and French, which makes daily communication easy and comfortable.
Additionally, you can join a free three-month Hebrew course to help you adapt more quickly to life and work in Israel.Is it possible to pay all organizational expenses after arriving in Israel and have the amount deducted from my future salary?
No, organizational expenses must be paid in your home country before traveling to Israel.These payments cover document preparation, medical tests, notary services, and courier delivery of documents.Upon your arrival in Israel, Cohen Group refunds 100% of these verified expenses when you present your official payment receipts.
Where and how can I review the Employment Contract?
The Employment Contract is prepared in English and fully complies with all requirements of the Israeli Ministry of Interior and the national labor legislation governing the employment of foreign workers in Israel.
You can review a sample Employment Contract by following the link HERE.
An electronic copy of your personal Employment Contract, containing your individual data, will be provided to you after successful completion of the migration verification process and official approval of your candidacy for employment in Israel.Why can’t you have relatives in Israel when working in Israel?
According to current Israeli law regarding the employment of foreign workers in Israel, only one family member of a foreign worker can officially be employed in Israel.
If you have relatives who live in Israel, you can use other programs to visit Israel:
- Tourist invitation;
- Repatriation;
- Family reunification.
- And many other programs.What are the guarantees that I will pass Border Control in Israel?
To pass through Israeli border control, you must have the originals of the following documents:
- Employment contract for employment in Israel;
- Invitation to work in Israel;
- Electronic visa for entry into Israel or a B1 work visa affixed to your passport.
With these documents, and provided you are not carrying prohibited items (weapons, drugs, etc.) and answer the Border Police inspectors' questions correctly, you will be guaranteed to pass border control.What salary will I have? How much can I earn minimum and maximum?
The average salary for foreign workers in Israel starts from 46 shekels per hour (approximately $12/hour).
Depending on your position, qualifications, and overtime hours, you can earn between 8,000 and 12,000 shekels per month (around $2,000–$3,000 USD).
All salaries are paid officially, in accordance with Israeli labor law, and include full social benefits and insurance.Accommodation, food, work clothes, transportation to work?
During employment the Employer provides the employee with:
- Free accommodation, these are family-type apartments or hostels, with everything necessary for living;
- Lunches at the workplace;
- Work clothes are provided by the Enterprise where the candidate will directly work;
- If necessary, we organize free transportation to work.Where will I live while working in Israel?
All candidates who come to work in Israel are provided with free accommodation for the duration of the employment contract.Accommodation is provided in family-type hostels and apartments. Rooms for 2-3 people, there are men's, women's and family rooms.Each apartment is provided with: hot and cold water, a kitchen with all necessary equipment (stove, refrigerator), air conditioning in every room, TV in the hall, Wi-Fi, bathroom, toilet, washing machine.Each person is provided with: one set of bed linen, a set of dishes.You can see more photos on Google Disk, to do this, click HERE.
Will I have medical insurance?
According to the current Israeli legislation, the Employer provides the employee with Medical insurance in the amount of 35,000 USD for the duration of the employment contract.
Medical insurance does not include dental services.Is it possible to change jobs and vacancies?
According to the current Israeli legislation, the Employer provides the employee with Medical insurance in the amount of 35,000 USD for the duration of the employment contract.
Medical insurance does not include dental services.Is it possible to change jobs and vacancies?
You may change your position with Cohen Group at any time. To request a transfer, please contact your coordinator — a new placement will be arranged within one month.
In accordance with the labor laws of the State of Israel, a foreign worker may change their employer once per quarter.
If you wish to change your employer, please inform your coordinator in advance so that we can prepare all necessary termination and transfer documents on time.What is the work schedule, how many hours per month can I work?
The standard work schedule in Israel is 8–10 hours per day, six days a week (Monday to Saturday).
This equals approximately 182-211 working hours per month, depending on the position and employer’s needs.
Overtime hours are available upon request and paid according to Israeli labor law.Is it possible to take extra hours to work?
Yes, you may take additional working hours.
To arrange this, please contact your coordinator.
The availability of extra hours depends on your performance, qualifications, and personal initiative.Is it possible to extend an employment contract and what is required for this?
Yes, employment contracts in Israel can be extended.
Contracts may be renewed annually, for a total period of up to five years.
Cohen Group considers extensions for employees who perform well and comply with all workplace regulations.
Discussions regarding contract renewal usually begin three months before the current contract expires.Is it possible for my husband/wife to come later and work with me?
Yes it is possible.
You need to inform your coordinator in advance so that we can correctly prepare and submit documents to the Department of Migration and Population of the Israeli Ministry of Internal Affairs.What medical tests are required in my home country before traveling to Israel?
Before traveling to Israel, you must undergo a standard medical examination with a certificate from your general practitioner (and from a gynecologist for women).
You are also required to take mandatory tests for AIDS, Syphilis, Hepatitis (A, B, C), and Tuberculosis.Where is the best place to buy plane tickets to Israel?
You can purchase airline tickets from any airline in your country.
To reduce your initial costs, we recommend purchasing tickets through a partner agency.
This way, you can save up to 30% on the ticket price.
And you can get a cashback on your ticket purchases.How will I receive my salary?
Your salary will be transferred to a personal bank card issued to you upon arrival in Israel.
Payments are made twice a month — on the 7th and 23rd — based on the actual hours worked.
By the 5th of each month, you will receive an official payslip from the finance department detailing your total hours and calculated earnings.How is it possible to send money from Israel home?
Your salary will be transferred to a personal bank card issued to you upon arrival in Israel.
Payments are made twice a month — on the 7th and 23rd — based on the actual hours worked.
By the 5th of each month, you will receive an official payslip from the finance department detailing your total hours and calculated earnings.How much money do you need for groceries per month?
On average, food expenses amount to about 1,000 shekels per month.
The exact amount depends on your eating habits, where you shop, and personal preferences.