What is the penalty for working in Israel without a work permit?

A foreign national working in Israel without a valid work permit faces administrative deportation, a ban on re-entry of up to 10 years, confiscation of wages earned during the illegal period, and potential criminal prosecution. The employer faces fines starting at NIS 10,000 per illegal worker and criminal charges for repeated or egregious violations under the Foreign Workers Law. For more detail, see Working Without a Permit in Israel: Consequences and Risks.