MOI Relents On Granting Visit Visa To 'certain' Nationals

Following a recent meeting between the General Administration of Residence Affairs and the Public Authority for Manpower, an agreement has been reached to reinstate work permits exclusively for Egyptians within Kuwait's government sector, in accordance with Article 17 regulations.

Approved government entities for the recruitment of Egyptian workers now include prominent institutions such as the Ministries of Education, Health, Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, along with the Kuwait Municipality. Roles targeted for recruitment encompass vital positions such as doctors, teachers, nurses, imams of mosques, washers of the dead, and grave diggers, as reported by the Al-Jarida daily.

According to sources cited by Al-Jarida, the issuance of visit visas for certain nationalities previously prohibited has resumed. However, exceptions remain for Iranians due to security concerns and Afghans, who lack embassy representation in Kuwait.

The Ministry of Interior and the Public Authority for Manpower have concluded the drafting of a new law, which is slated to be submitted for approval to Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Acting Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef. Once approved, the law will be presented to the upcoming National Assembly.

The proposed legislation includes stringent measures aimed at combating expatriate sheltering, with provisions for significant financial penalties and severe administrative actions. Individuals found guilty of sheltering expatriates may face the registration of an absenteeism case against them.

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