Work Permits Will Be Issued For One Year Under The New Mechanism: PAM

In a recent statement to the press, Aseel Al-Mazyad, Director of the Public Relations and Media Department and the official spokeswoman for the Public Authority for Manpower, confirmed significant changes in the recruitment process for workers from abroad. The decision entails allowing transfer after three years or for a fee of 300 dinars, subject to sponsor approval. However, Al-Mazyad clarified that this amendment does not pertain to domestic workers but is exclusively for those recruited to work in the private sector.

The new mechanism, according to Al-Mazyad, abolishes the previous categorization of recruitment rates based on activity categories. Its implementation is scheduled to commence on the first of June, with estimates of each company’s or institution’s needs determining the recruitment process. The decision will be effective for one year from its initiation, during which its impact will be evaluated by the Authority’s Board of Directors.

Al-Mazyad emphasized that applying for work permits will now be facilitated through the Authority’s “Ashal” application for business owners, eliminating the need for manual review processes. Furthermore, efforts are underway to integrate all services within the “Sahel” application.

Addressing concerns about the issuance of work permits, Al-Mazyad reassured us that there is no halt in the process. However, there are ongoing deliberations to regulate specific professions on the Kuwaiti labor market exclusively.

In other news, the Authority is set to commemorate World Occupational Safety Day on the upcoming Sunday under the theme “Towards a Safe Work Environment.” The event will feature a workshop comprising seven topics, with the participation of seven government agencies, each presenting insights relevant to their expertise. The workshop will span a full day and include discussions on inspection mechanisms, new procedures, and safety methods in the field of occupational safety and security.

The announcement marks a significant shift in Kuwait’s labor landscape, aiming to streamline recruitment processes while prioritizing occupational safety and security at the workplace.

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