Israel is the promised land not only for the Jews. More and more foreigners want to go there to work or for a residence permit, and in the long term - to stay in the country for a long time. If we evaluate in general, the work in Israel, the reviews about it are twofold. In this article, we will talk about the working and living conditions in the country for foreigners and emigrants.
Israel is at the peak of development, with tens of thousands of new jobs being created every year in the country. Basically, these are vacancies in the field of service and construction. But Israeli employers are also interested in qualified specialists in the field of IT, finance, and medicine.
Israeli companies are eager to employ their citizens, but a severe shortage of labor has led them to be willing to hire foreigners. Despite the multinationality, finding a job in Israel is easiest for people who speak English and Hebrew.
Legal and illegal work in Israel
Unlike in Europe, Israelis are reluctant to take on jobs without official registration. Large companies are afraid of this practice due to liability and legislation. Small entrepreneurs agree to take a job without a contract, but you risk getting scammed.
The level of salaries of illegal workers is lower than officially arranged, but only because they are taken to vacancies where no one in their right mind will get a job. But there are exceptions - some employers are willing to pay good money if their employee is a specialist in his field.
There are employers who hire without a visa - they pay less than the minimum wage, and put some in their pocket. Now it is difficult to find such employers, but it is real.
How much can you really earn in Israel?
Israel is a small country, so the level of salaries does not depend much on the region. In small towns they pay a little less than in such cities as Eilat, Ashdod or Ashkelon. In kibbutzim or on farms, the level of salary depends on the employer - sometimes very decent vacancies come across.
Most foreigners work in the field of construction. Here, earnings vary between 5,000 - 10,000 shekels. If you work for a small employer, you can find vacancies with pay from output, then if you want to really earn up to 12-13 thousand.
In the field of computer technology, the spread is very large. A good specialist can be offered a job in a startup for 10,000, and in a managerial position in a large company, he will earn 25,000. The maximum amount rarely exceeds 40,000 shekels.
Most doctors in Israel work for one and a half rates. In addition to the clients of the clinic, they receive their own patients at a fixed rate. The level of salary, depending on the qualifications of the doctor, ranges from 25-70 thousand. In some clinics, highly qualified specialists can earn much more.
Cost of living in Israel
Prices in Israel are significantly higher than in the CIS, but the salaries here are appropriate. Do not forget about the quality of food, equipment, clothing - low-quality goods are not as common here as in Russia or Ukraine.
Here is the spread of food prices (in shekels):
- White bread - 7-10
- Eggs - 9-10
- Milk - 5-7
- Cheese - 40 and above
- Meat (pork) - 30-40
- Meat (beef) - 50-70
- Tropical fruits - 3-10
As for housing, prices in Israel depend, as elsewhere, on location and rental period. Depending on the place of residence, you can rent a room for one person for 1200-3000 shekels. You can rent a studio for 2300-2500 or a three-room apartment for 4500-5000 shekels in Tel Aviv. In smaller towns, rent will be cheaper.
Prices for appliances and electronics in Israel do not differ much from prices in the CIS, as well as for clothes. It is possible to buy inexpensive things, and if you wish, you can look for branded ones in boutiques.
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Medicine in Israel is not only of high quality, but also expensive. A consultation with a good specialized specialist can cost 2,000 shekels, and a day of treatment in a hospital - from 3,000. For a small operation, you will need to fork out 10-15 thousand shekels. That is why health insurance is widespread in Israel.
Demanded professions in Israel
Of the low-paid (by Israeli standards) specialties, the most in demand are:
- Builders
- Handymen
- nurses
- Housekeepers
Of the qualified professions most searched for:
- Medics
- IT specialists
- Engineers
- Workers in the field of business and advertising
