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B/1 STEP Short-Term Expert Visa

Processing
1-2 weeks in many cases
Cost
From ₪1,300
Validity
Up to 90 days

Short-Term Employment Procedure for foreign experts on specialist assignments of up to 90 days.

Requirements

  • Assignment limited to a maximum of 90 days
  • Applicant qualifies as a foreign expert earning at least twice the average Israeli wage
  • Sponsoring Israeli entity submits the STEP application
  • Genuine specialist purpose for the short stay

Restrictions

  • Capped at 90 days and not convertible in-country to a long-term permit
  • Strictly limited to genuine expert roles

Time and cost

Processing time
1-2 weeks in many cases
Validity
Up to 90 days
Cost

From ₪1,300

Required

  • About ₪1,300 application fee (2026)

Documents

  • Valid passport

    Valid for the full period of stay

  • STEP application

    Filed by the Israeli host or employer

  • Assignment/contract letter

    Confirming purpose and salary

  • Proof of expertise

    Qualifications or professional record

Tips

  • The permit covers installations, audits and knowledge-transfer trips lasting less than 3 months
  • Stays beyond 90 days require a full expert visa
  • Keep evidence of the salary threshold ready, as it is the core eligibility test