Weekly rest day
Updated 9 Aug 2026
A live-in caregiver is entitled to a weekly rest day of at least 25 consecutive hours.
If you agree to work on your rest day, you are entitled to additional pay as the law requires. Agree the rest day and any Shabbat work with the family in advance.
The information here is general and does not replace the law or the procedures. For your own case, contact the agency you are registered with or a qualified professional.
The information here is a short general summary and does not replace the law or the official procedures. If you are unsure, ask a licensed agency or the Population Authority before you decide. The main source is the official 2026 foreign workers’ rights booklet.