With Immediate effect, KTA will start to securely
provide the employees with their B-1 and Multiple Entry visas, in the manner
directed by their global immigration supplier or employer (i.e., via email or
upload to a secure server).
No other changes in the process were introduced.
Once the work permit is approved, the employee will still be required to
process his work visa at the consulate following the approval of the B-1 Work
Permit (with the exception of the B-1 SEA 90 days work visa).
For a significant period of time, KTA
participated in a successful process pilot conducted by the Ministry of
Interior to allow this new digital issuance of work visas. Although there may
be some current limitations with the governmental system, the Ministry is
committed to improving it in the near future.
KTA recommends that each employee keep a
physical copy of their visa in their passport for ease of travel.
Dependents: The current process does not
cover dependents who require a B-2 visitor visa. For this group of individuals,
a physical passport stamp with a visa will still be necessary.
This new regulation streamlines the visa
application process and provides greater convenience for employees entering
Israel for work purposes. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not
hesitate to reach out to KTA for assistance.