Israel’s Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) is running a series of webinars for employers of foreign workers during Operation Roaring Lion, providing sector-specific guidance in coordination with the Home Front Command.
Webinar Schedule — March 25, 2026#
PIBA held two live webinars on March 25, both featuring guidance from the Home Front Command on employer responsibilities during the security emergency:
- Caregiving sector employers — 10:30–12:00
- All economic sectors (agriculture, construction, industry, and others) — 14:00–15:30
Both sessions were held via Google Meet. PIBA has been holding similar sessions throughout the operation as part of its outreach to the foreign worker employment sector.
Thai Workers Webinar Recording Available#
A dedicated webinar for Thai worker employers has already been held, and the full recording is available on Zoom. The session covers emergency procedures, Home Front Command directives, and employer obligations specific to the agricultural sector where most Thai workers are employed.
PIBA Offices on Emergency Schedule#
During Operation Roaring Lion, PIBA branch offices across Israel are operating on reduced hours — 8:00 to 12:00, for emergency matters only. The authority has been announcing daily which branches will open, with over 20 locations typically available.
Staff follow Home Front Command directives, entering shelters with all employees and visitors during alerts and sometimes continuing service inside shelters.
Use Digital Services to Avoid Office Visits#
PIBA is encouraging the use of its online services to reduce the need for in-person visits during the emergency. Several transactions can now be completed remotely:
- Entry and exit reports — available at gov.il without visiting an office
- Additional digital services accessible via QR codes published on PIBA’s channels
Stay Updated#
PIBA publishes real-time updates on office hours, webinar schedules, and emergency procedures through its official channels:
- Telegram: t.me/pibaIsrael
- WhatsApp: PIBA WhatsApp Channel
For information about automatic visa extensions during the operation, see our earlier coverage: Israel Automatically Extends Visas Expiring Through May 2026.
Source: PIBA Official Telegram Channel
