Issuing an invoice without opening a business in Israel is now possible through NETO’s legal Employer of Record (EOR) model.
Instead of registering as self-employed (Osek Patur or Osek Morsheh), NETO acts as your legal employer, issues the invoice to your client, and pays you a net salary with a proper payslip — all fully compliant with Israeli tax law.
NETO operates under Licensed Manpower Contractor Permit #1565 from the Israeli Ministry of Labor.
The service is ideal for freelancers, developers, designers, consultants, and anyone who receives payments from clients and wants to do so legally — without bureaucracy, without an accountant, and without a fixed monthly fee. Commission is just 5% per transaction. International invoicing with 0% VAT (Section 30) is also available.
Key Points
- You can issue a legal tax invoice without opening a VAT-registered or exempt business
- The model is based on an employer-employee relationship: NETO is your legal employer for tax purposes
- Your client receives a proper tax invoice; you receive a payslip and net payment to your bank account
- Suitable for one-time jobs, multiple projects, and invoices to overseas clients (0% VAT)
- 5% commission only – no subscription fees, no accountant, no bureaucracy
- NETO operates under staffing agency license #1565 from Israel’s Ministry of Labor
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Issue Invoice Without Opening a Business – Legal Freelance Billing in Israel
Got a client who needs a tax invoice, but the thought of registering a VAT file stops you? NETO lets freelancers and employees with side income issue legal invoices, get an official payslip, and receive net payment to their bank account – with zero bureaucracy.
5%
Commission Only
A flat 5% per transaction. No monthly fees. No invoice = no charge.
#1565
Staffing License
NETO operates under staffing agency license #1565 from Israel’s Ministry of Labor – regulated and trusted.
$0
Subscription Fee
No monthly fee. Pay only on transactions you actually make.
0%
VAT for Overseas Clients
Invoices to foreign businesses are issued with 0% VAT (Section 30) – saving your client 17%.
What Is the “Invoice as Employee” Model?
The “Invoice as Employee” model (also called Freelancer as Employee) is a legal solution based on an employer-employee relationship between you and NETO. Instead of opening a business file – NETO acts as your legal employer for tax purposes.
In practice: your client receives a tax invoice from NETO, the money comes to us, and we transfer you a net payment to your bank account together with an official payslip – after all legally required taxes have been deducted.
No accountant needed. No annual reports. No VAT headaches. We handle the entire tax side, and you focus on your work.
What You Get
- ✅ Legal tax invoice for your client
- ✅ Official monthly payslip
- ✅ Net payment to your bank account
- ✅ Automatic pension contributions
- ✅ National Insurance & income tax handled
- ✅ No business file required

How Does It Work? (60 Seconds)
4 Simple Steps to Issue Your Invoice
- One-time registration: Fill in your details and a digital tax form – 5 minutes.
- Enter transaction details: Client name, amount, service description and date.
- Automatic invoice issued: NETO sends a tax invoice to your client on your behalf.
- Receive net payment: Once your client pays, the money is transferred to your account minus taxes + payslip.
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Why Choose NETO for Freelance Invoicing?
Zero Bureaucracy – Literally None
No VAT file, no income tax file. No annual reports, no advance payments, no declarations. NETO is your formal employer for tax purposes – all reporting is handled by us.
Fully Legal & Regulated
NETO is a licensed staffing agency from Israel’s Ministry of Labor (license #1565). Your money is protected by bank guarantees. Every transaction is legally reported.
Transparent, Variable Costs
A flat 5% commission on the transaction. No invoice this month? You pay nothing. No subscription fees, no surprises.
What’s Included?
- 📋 Tax invoice to your client
- 🧾 Monthly payslip
- 🏛️ Reporting to Tax Authority
- 🏥 National Insurance & Health
- 💰 Pension contributions
- 💼 Social insurance
- 📞 Professional support
Invoicing International Clients – 0% VAT
Working with companies in the US, Europe or elsewhere? Through NETO you can issue invoices in foreign currency (USD/EUR) to overseas business clients with 0% VAT under Section 30 of Israel’s VAT Law. This means:
- Save your overseas client 17% in costs
- A significant competitive advantage
- International payments in a legal, organized manner
Technical Details
- 💱 $USD, €EUR, £GBP & more
- 📄 Invoice with 0% VAT (Sec. 30)
- 🔄 Converted to ILS at bank rates
- ✅ Suitable for companies & individuals
Full Transparency – How Much Do You Keep Net?
At NETO, everything is transparent. The money received from your client (gross) covers legally required taxes, with the remainder transferred to you:
| Component | Who Pays | Notes | NETO Handles? |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Insurance + Health | Employee + Employer | Based on income | ✓ Yes |
| Income Tax | Employee | Per tax brackets + credit points | ✓ Yes |
| Pension Contributions | Employee + Employer | To your personal pension fund | ✓ Yes |
| NETO Commission | Employee | 5% of transaction | ✓ Yes |
| Your Net Payment | — | Transferred to your bank account | ✓ Yes |
Comparison: Independent Freelancer vs. NETO
| Parameter | Self-Employed Freelancer | Invoice via NETO |
|---|---|---|
| Open a business file | Required (VAT + Income Tax) | ✓ Not required |
| Annual tax reports | Mandatory | ✓ NETO handles it |
| Monthly advance tax payments | Mandatory | ✓ Not required |
| Accountant | Recommended / Required | ✓ Not required |
| Setup cost | Time + fees | ✓ Free |
| Pension contributions | Your responsibility | ✓ Automatic |
| 0% VAT invoice for overseas | Requires tax expertise | ✓ Built into the system |
| Official payslip | Not available | ✓ Yes, every month |
Frequently Asked Questions – Invoice as an Employee
Yes, completely legal. NETO acts as your legal employer under an Employer of Record (EOR) structure. Your client receives a proper tax invoice from NETO, and you receive a salary payslip. NETO holds a licensed manpower contractor permit (#1565) issued by the Israeli Ministry of Labor. Everything is fully reported to the tax authorities and the National Insurance Institute.
When you open an Osek Patur or Osek Morsheh (sole proprietor), you must register with the Israeli Tax Authority and VAT office, submit annual tax reports, make monthly advance tax payments, and often hire an accountant. With NETO, none of that is required. You are classified as an employee — no tax file, no annual reports, no advance payments, no accountant needed. NETO handles all the compliance.
Absolutely. There is no minimum commitment period and no subscription fee. You pay only a 5% commission on transactions you actually make. Finished one project? You owe nothing until your next transaction. The model is ideal for one-off gigs, seasonal projects, or anyone who only occasionally needs to invoice clients.
Yes. This is one of the most common scenarios. You continue working at your main employer while billing additional clients through NETO. Important: when you have two income sources, you’ll need a tax coordination (teum mas). NETO’s team will guide you through this process to make sure you’re paying exactly the right amount of tax — not more.
NETO supports multi-currency invoicing — USD, EUR, GBP, and more. Invoices to overseas businesses are typically issued with 0% VAT under Section 30 of the Israeli VAT Law, saving your foreign client 18% and making you more competitive internationally. Currency conversion is done at the Bank of Israel rate, and funds are transferred to your account in NIS after tax deductions.
Yes. Developers, engineers, and tech freelancers are among the most common NETO users. Whether you work with Israeli startups, international companies, or US-based clients, NETO allows you to bill legally, receive a proper payslip, and have pension contributions handled automatically — without opening a business entity or dealing with Israeli tax bureaucracy.
Definitely. Graphic designers, UX/UI designers, illustrators, and creative freelancers regularly use NETO to invoice their clients. Whether you work on multiple simultaneous projects or with clients abroad, NETO lets you collect payment legally without a business license, accountant, or monthly fees.
Yes. Content writers, copywriters, social media managers, digital marketing freelancers, and influencers all use NETO. You can invoice multiple clients from a single account. Each invoice is issued by NETO, gives your client a proper accounting document, and funds arrive in your bank account net of taxes.
Yes. Business coaches, life coaches, therapists, fitness trainers, private tutors, and online educators all use NETO. Whether you serve Israeli clients or international ones via Zoom — NETO provides a legal, simple way to get paid without opening a business. This includes both one-time sessions and ongoing monthly packages.
NETO charges a flat 5% commission on each transaction. There are no monthly subscription fees, no setup costs, and no hidden charges. Didn’t invoice anyone this month? You pay nothing. For example: on a ₪10,000 transaction, the fee is ₪500. The remainder (minus applicable taxes) is transferred to your bank account. Use our salary calculator for a precise estimate.
The net amount depends on your income level, tax credits, and applicable rates. From the gross amount received from your client, the following are deducted: National Insurance (~12%), income tax (progressive brackets), pension contributions (go to your personal fund), and NETO’s 5% fee. Use the NETO salary simulator for an accurate calculation based on your numbers.
Tax coordination is required only if you have two simultaneous income sources — for example, a salaried job plus freelance income through NETO. If NETO is your only income source, a tax coordination is generally not needed. NETO’s team will advise you based on your specific situation and help you complete the process if required.
NETO makes pension contributions to your personal pension fund in accordance with Israeli law. Contributions include both the employee and employer portions. The money belongs entirely to you and accumulates in your chosen pension fund. This is a significant advantage over self-employed freelancers who must manage pension contributions themselves — and often forget or skip them.
Yes. Since you are classified as an employee through NETO, National Insurance and health tax deductions are calculated and remitted automatically from your salary. You receive full National Insurance coverage — including sick pay, maternity/paternity benefits, disability, and more — just like any salaried employee in Israel.
Registration takes about 5 minutes: fill in your personal details and complete a digital tax form (Form 101). After approval — typically within a few hours — you can immediately issue your first invoice. Your client receives the invoice directly by email, and you have full visibility into the transaction status.
The invoice is issued in NETO’s name (as is standard with any staffing/payroll company), but you can include your project name and service description in the invoice details. Many business clients are familiar with the Employer of Record model and regularly receive invoices from companies like NETO. Your client gets a fully valid tax invoice for their accounting purposes.
Yes. There is no upper income limit with NETO. Unlike the Osek Patur status (capped at ~₪120,000/year), you can invoice any amount through NETO. Note that higher income means higher marginal tax rates, so use the salary simulator for accurate calculations. Tax credits and special conditions can help reduce your tax burden.
Yes. You can issue multiple invoices to different clients — local and international — through the same NETO account. Each invoice is entered separately with the client name, amount, and service description. There is no limit on the number of clients or invoices per month.
NETO transfers your payment after your client pays. The responsibility for collecting payment from your client rests with you — NETO is not a collection agency. We recommend agreeing on clear payment terms upfront and outlining them in a work agreement. You can issue a proforma invoice for the client to pay against, followed by the formal tax invoice upon receipt of funds.
Yes. NETO issues invoices to both business clients (companies, licensed businesses) and private individuals. Business clients who want to deduct the expense receive an invoice with all legally required details. Private clients receive a valid receipt/invoice. The process is identical from your end.
NETO’s service is designed for Israeli tax residents who report to the Israeli Tax Authority. If you are a foreign resident, your tax obligations may differ significantly. We recommend consulting with a tax professional specializing in international taxation before using the service. Have questions? Chat with us on WhatsApp.
Online accounting tools like iCount or Cheqbook help Osek Morsheh (licensed businesses) manage their invoices — but you still need to open a business file first. NETO is fundamentally different: you are not a business owner, you are an employee. No tax file, no VAT to manage, no annual reports. NETO is a licensed Employer of Record — not just invoicing software.
Yes — students are a common group of NETO users. Design work, development, writing, private tutoring, translations — all can be billed through NETO. You don’t need to understand tax law or hire an accountant. Fill in the details, and NETO handles the rest. Read more about student jobs at NETO.
Yes. NETO holds an official manpower contractor license from the Ministry of Labor (#1565), which qualifies for work with government bodies, municipalities, public companies, and local authorities. Every NETO invoice is a fully compliant tax invoice valid for all purposes.
NETO operates as a licensed manpower contractor and is legally required to maintain bank guarantees to secure employee wages. Client funds are held in trust and transferred to workers on a fixed schedule. Regulation by the Ministry of Labor provides an additional layer of protection for workers.
Yes, at any time. There is no minimum contract, no cancellation fees, and no penalties. Simply stop issuing invoices — and you will not be charged anything. Your transaction history, payslips, and documentation remain accessible in the system for reporting purposes.
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