🇮🇱 Israel · Religious Worker
A/3 Clergy Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Work experience | 1+ years |
| Age range | 1–99 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/visa-option.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto/permissão de trabalhador religioso = residência TEMPORÁRIA ligada à organização religiosa patrocinadora; a fonte oficial não estabelece via de residência permanente a partir deste visto (PR = processo geral separado). not_applicable. Quote do programa: Clergymen arriving to Israel for any other visit should apply for a B/2 Tourist Visa under the usual conditions.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.