Workers’ Rights in Israel: Wages, Vacation, Maternity
- The minimum wage in Israel is 30 shekels per hour.
- Every worker is entitled to annual paid vacation depending on seniority.
- Maternity leave lasts 26 weeks, of which 15 weeks are paid.
- It is important to know and monitor your rights.
- Our portal provides access to a multilingual audience for job and service searches.
Guaranteed Minimum and Wage Calculation
Right to Annual Paid Vacation
Maternity Leave
Protecting Rights and Finding New Opportunities
Knowledge is Your Power in the Labor Market
Guaranteed Minimum and Wage Calculation
In Israel, a minimum wage is established by law and is regularly reviewed. Currently, for workers over 18, it is 30 shekels per hour. It is important to know that your employer is required to provide you with a detailed payslip (“cibur heshbona”) each month. It must clearly state all accruals: salary, overtime, additional pay for night shifts and holiday work, as well as all deductions – income tax (“mas achnasa”), national insurance contributions (“Bituach Leumi”), and pension fund contributions. Checking this document is your direct responsibility.
Right to Annual Paid Vacation
Every salaried employee is entitled to paid vacation. The number of vacation days depends on your seniority at the workplace and the number of working days per week. By law, an employee working five days a week is entitled to 14 days of vacation in the first four years of work, after which the number of days increases. Vacation pay (“dmei hanucha”) is calculated based on your regular salary. The employer cannot replace vacation with monetary compensation, except upon termination of employment. The right to vacation arises after six months of continuous work with one employer.
Maternity Leave
Israeli legislation provides comprehensive protection for pregnant employees and new mothers. Maternity leave (“chulat leida”) lasts 26 weeks, of which 15 weeks are paid by the National Insurance Institute (“Bituach Leumi”). The benefit amount is 100% of your average salary, but not exceeding the set maximum. It is important to apply to “Bituach Leumi” on time, providing the necessary medical certificates. Your job is protected throughout the maternity leave, and dismissing a woman during this period is strictly prohibited by law.
Protecting Rights and Finding New Opportunities
If you believe your labor rights have been violated, you can contact a trade union, the Ministry of Economy and Industry (Labor Law Enforcement Division), or directly to court. Knowledge of the laws is your main defense. For those looking for a new job or wanting to offer their professional services, our website is the perfect platform. By posting an ad in the Jobs or Services section, you instantly gain access to a multilingual audience across Israel.
Knowledge is Your Power in the Labor Market
Being informed about your rights regarding wages, vacations, and maternity benefits makes you stronger and more confident in the Israeli labor market. You can not only effectively defend your interests but also make informed choices when taking a new job. We hope this information was useful to you. Remember, when looking for a new job or offering your services, our portal gives you an undeniable advantage: your ad automatically becomes available in the country’s four main languages. This makes your search or offer maximally effective and fast, opening doors to thousands of new users across Israel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What documents are needed to apply for maternity leave? You will need medical certificates and an application to the National Insurance Institute.
How can I protect my labor rights? Know your rights and contact a trade union or the Ministry of Economy in case of violations.
Can vacation be replaced with monetary compensation? No, except upon termination of employment.