Licensing Exam
Exception from the full Licensing Exam
- Hold a valid license or the equivalent certificate from their country of origin
- Practiced pharmacy full-time under the local law of their country of origin for at least three of the four years or two out of three prior to their application date
- Never failed the Israeli licensing exam in the past.
- Passed the “Israeli Pharmacy Law” governmental exam, as to be determined by the Ministry of Health. This exam is offered twice a year on the same date as the licensing exam. Click here to download the request form to take the Israeli Pharmacy Law governmental exam. Important Note: Make sure to check off the “דיני רוקחות” box in section “א” as demonstrated here.
Documents to prove work history
- Valid license or certificate of the pharmacy in which one was working.
- Pay stubs or a formal letter from the employer stating the dates of employment and whether the employee worked full- or part-time.
- If the applicant was self-employed – a letter from their accountant proving the duration of their practice.
Please note: If the applicant worked in their country of origin less than three but more than two of the three years prior to their application date, they will still be able to apply, but will be required to work in Israel under supervision for two years instead of one (see next paragraph).
Taking the full Licensing Exam
The licensing exam is offered twice a year. Dates of upcoming exams are available online on the Misrad Habriut site. A syllabus is also available online.
If you, unfortunately, didn’t pass the exam and think that you have reason to submit an appeal, please follow the instructions delineated here.
Applicants who meet the criteria will be issued a temporary license with which they will be able to work under supervision in authorized pharmacies in Israel. After working full-time for a year, and submitting an approval form from the supervisor of the pharmacy, one will be issued a permanent license to practice pharmacy in Israel.
Misrad Haklita Reimbursement for Documents
The Ministry of Aliyah and Integration is offering a retroactive reimbursement of up to 4000 NIS to Olim who were required to translate and/or notarize documents for the purpose of transferring their professional license in Israel. Please contact your local Misrad Haklita office for more information.
Please note the following conditions:
- This can be done ONLY AFTER completing your Aliyah.
- The reimbursement is only retroactive for 2 years prior to your date of Aliyah.
- Only Olim who have not yet reached retirement age are eligible.
- Reimbursement can be made only for Israeli notary/consulate verification with original receipts (or verified copy) . Apostille is not reimbursable!
Misrad Haklita also offers a reimbursement (up to 500 NIS) for Olim who took the governmental licensing exam. Your eligibility lasts for 10 years from your date of Aliyah. The reimbursement is ONLY given retroactively and will be paid back ONLY after submitting the receipt for your exam to your local Misrad Haklita office. Please contact your local Misrad Haklita office for more information.
* Last updated on August 25, 2025
