Information for internationally educated nursing graduates (Non-New Immigrants) on obtaining a temporary permit based on citizenship status, & the requirements for a permanent certificate
Have you finished nursing studies abroad and wish to practice nursing in Israel? After passing the Israel Nursing Board licensure examination, action must be taken to secure a nursing practice permit.
Temporary permit for temporary residents
Temporary residents are eligible for a temporary permit after passing the Israel Nursing Board licensure examination and after proving Hebrew proficiency.
Until receiving citizenship in the State of Israel, it is possible to work with a temporary permit (which will be extended from time to time) subject to the validity of their residence visa in Israel.
Toward the end of the period of the residence visa, you can send a request to the Nursing Administration's Licensing Department by email to extend the temporary permit and enclose a photocopy of your ID and a valid residence visa. The extension is subject to a fee.
Upon receipt of Israeli citizenship, you can send a request for a permanent certificate and enclose a photocopy of your ID. The request must be sent to the Nursing Administration by email to: hasmacha.hull@moh.gov.il
Temporary residents may obtain a permanent certificate to practice nursing only after their status as Israeli citizens has been established.
A permanent certificate
Here are the conditions for obtaining a permanent certificate to practice nursing:
- Absence of a criminal record.
- A signed health declaration.
- Passing the Israel Nursing Board Licensure examination.
- Proof of Hebrew proficiency for foreign-language examinees.
- Hebrew proficiency may be proven within 3 years from the date of the Israel Licensure Examination.
- If proof of proficiency is not presented within this period, you must retake the Israel Nursing Board licensure examination. For further information on proof of Hebrew proficiency. -
The fee for the permanent certificate is paid during the registration for the examination.
Contact information
If needed, please contact us via email at: hasmacha.hull@moh.gov.il
For your information: At any stage during or after your eligibility review, if any information is obtained that raises doubts regarding the authenticity of your documents or the information you submitted, your eligibility for professional nursing recognition will be cancelled.