Those eligible for immigration under Israel's Law of Return will be recruited for positions in Israeli hi-tech companies as part of a new program, Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked announced last week.
The fast-track system will allow Israeli companies to submit requests to employ those who are eligible for aliyah and live abroad. As part of the plan, participating companies may be eligible for exemptions from certain fees.
The program will be a joint effort of the Interior Ministry, Science and Technology Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen and the Israel Innovation Authority.
"We are talking about an important move that is meant to make things easier for Israeli hi-tech companies and for those eligible to immigrate who want to work in Israel, through a simple procedure," she said.
"This way we can bring those eligible to immigrate under the Law of Return close to Israel and, at the same time, enjoy their professional contributions."