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IMPACT – HIGH
Applicants for Israeli work permits will no longer need a “necessity confirmation” from the government of Israel in order to apply for a work permit.
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Background: The “necessity confirmation” requirement was put in place at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in order to limit infections.
Analysis & Comments: The change in requirements should make obtaining a work permit faster. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and Deloitte will provide additional updates as information becomes available. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.
Rest of World Source: Deloitte. Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (“DTTL”), its global network of member firms, and their related entities. DTTL (also referred to as “Deloitte Global”) and each of its member firms are legally separate and independent entities. DTTL does not provide services to clients. Please see www.deloitte.com/about to learn more. Deloitte Legal means the legal practices of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited member firms or their affiliates that provide legal services. For legal, regulatory and other reasons, not all member firms provide legal services. This includes Deloitte Tax LLP in the United States which does not provide legal and/or immigration advice or services. This communication contains general information only, and none of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, its member firms or their related entities (collectively, the “Deloitte network”) is, by means of this communication, rendering professional advice or services. Before making any decision or taking any action that may affect your finances or your business, you should consult a qualified professional adviser. No entity in the Deloitte network shall be responsible for any loss whatsoever sustained by any person who relies on this communication. © 2020. For information, contact Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited.
IMPACT – MEDIUM
After weeks of a nationwide lockdown that restricted air travel, the Israeli government has announced it will loosen requirements for flights departing from Israel. Key Points:
Background: Up until now, only travelers who had purchased tickets before Sept. 25 had been permitted to take flights out of Israel during the lockdown.
Analysis & Comments: This is the first easing of restrictions since a national lockdown was imposed in September due to rising COVID-19 infections. The Israeli government continues to consider whether it will relax other restrictions. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and Deloitte will provide additional updates as information becomes available. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.
Israel’s Ministry of Interior (MOI) has announced that certain visas will be automatically extended until Nov. 30 because of the ongoing, nationwide COVID-19 lockdown.
Background: Visa expiration dates have been extended previously because of quarantine measures and the closure of consular services. Israel is in the midst of a nationwide lockdown imposed last month after the COVID-19 infection rate began to rise.
Analysis & Comments: The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and Deloitte will provide additional updates as information becomes available. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.
The Israeli government has instituted a full lockdown of “nonessential” businesses and services as the number of COVID-19 cased continues to climb.
Analysis & Comments: Employers should anticipate travel and processing delays during the lockdown, particularly given that it coincides with the holiday period. Deloitte will provide additional information about other COVID-19 measures as it becomes available. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.
The Israeli government has announced a three-week nationwide lockdown because of an increase in the COVID-19 infection rate. The quarantine could be extended after Oct. 9 if infections do not fall.
Background: This is Israel’s second quarantine. The first one started in March and was lifted in early May.
Analysis & Comments: During the lockdown, the Ministry of Interior says all visa applications will either be on hold or slowly processed. Closures for the upcoming holidays of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Sukkot could also cause delays. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and Deloitte will provide additional updates as information becomes available. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.
The Israeli Health Ministry has updated its list of “green locations” that are deemed to have low COVID-19 infection rates. Travelers from these countries do not need to quarantine when arriving to Israel. Key Points:
Background: Israel introduced the Green list in August. The list of green locations will be updated periodically and can be found at the Ministry of Health website.
What is the change? Israeli government offices will be closed for extended periods for the upcoming holidays of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Sukkot.
What does the change mean? Applicants should expect delays in mid- and late-September.
Analysis & Comments: Employers should anticipate delays and submit applications before the holidays if possible. Israeli consular posts abroad will also suspend operations or operate on significantly reduced schedules. Overseas applicants should contact their relevant Israeli consulate for specific holiday schedules.
Israel has waived quarantine requirements for travelers from 17 “green locations” that are deemed to have low COVID-19 infection rates.
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Additional Information: The Ministry of Interior has also posted detailed guidance for those departing Israel.
Entry to Israeli airports will be limited to those who have a valid ticket and a clearance form from the Ministry of Health. Airport officials will check temperatures and will deny entry to anyone with COVID-19 symptoms, including fever, shortness of breath or loss of taste or smell. Passengers ages 7 years and older must wear a face mask at the airport; those ages 6 and older must wear upon boarding the airplane. Passengers are asked to keep at least two meters apart from anyone with whom they do not live. Passengers are also asked to wash their hands and use hand sanitizers when traveling.
Analysis & Comments: The changes will ease entry requirements for travelers from 17 countries and territories. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and Deloitte will provide additional updates as information becomes available. For more information, please see Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map.
Israeli authorities have taken steps to make it easier for some B-1 experts who were working in Israel but are currently abroad to return to the country.
Background: Israel has taken a number of steps to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and most foreign nationals are still barred from entry. Employers can apply for “entry during COVID-19” for qualifying employees at local Ministry of Interior offices.
Analysis & Comments: The change will make it easier for B-1 foreign experts to return to Israel after traveling abroad. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and Deloitte will provide additional updates as information becomes available. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.
The ban on non-Israeli citizens entering Israel has been extended again.
Analysis & Comments: Israel continues to take aggressive steps to limit the spread of COVID-19. While entry rules have eased somewhat, foreign travelers must be sure to follow applicable entry and exit procedures in order to avoid adverse immigration consequences. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.
Rest of World Source: Deloitte. Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (“DTTL”), its global network of member firms, and their related entities. DTTL (also referred to as “Deloitte Global”) and each of its member firms are legally separate and independent entities. DTTL does not provide services to clients. Please see www.deloitte.com/about to learn more. Deloitte Legal means the legal practices of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited member firms or their affiliates that provide legal services. For legal, regulatory and other reasons, not all member firms provide legal services. This includes Deloitte Tax LLP in the United States which does not provide legal and/or immigration advice or services. This communication contains general information only, and none of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, its member firms or their related entities (collectively, the “Deloitte network”) is, by means of this communication, rendering professional advice or services. Before making any decision or taking any action that may affect your finances or your business, you should consult a qualified professional adviser. No entity in the Deloitte network shall be responsible for any loss whatsoever sustained by any person who relies on this communication.