Kuwait is reforming its work permit system to address labor shortages and high labor costs. Businesses can now directly recruit their workforce needs from abroad, streamlining the hiring process. New fees are introduced for work permits and transfers, while PAM intensifies efforts to ensure compliance with labor laws and worker rights.
Expatriates in Kuwait, rejoice! Recent rumors of travel restrictions due to missing biometric fingerprints have been debunked. Here's what you need to know about the deadline, fingerprinting options, and how this impacts your upcoming trip.
The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has issued an advisory to clarify the procedures for Indian expats in Kuwait who wish to take advantage of the recently announced amnesty program by the Kuwaiti government. The advisory covers how to apply for Emergency Certificates (EC) for lost passports and how to renew expired passports under the amnesty scheme.
The Kuwaiti government has announced a three-month amnesty program for undocumented residents, including Indian expats. This program allows them to either regularize their residency or leave the country without fines. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait is prioritizing issuing emergency travel documents to assist those seeking to utilize the amnesty.
Stay informed about Kuwait's new travel regulations as the Ministry of Interior implements mandatory fingerprinting for citizens and residents. Find out where to undergo fingerprinting, who is eligible, and the importance of compliance.
Kuwait continues to enforce entry restrictions on citizens from certain countries amidst security considerations, alongside revising dependent visa regulations for expatriates to ensure a secure and balanced demographic structure.
Flying to Kuwait on a family visit visa? Pack your bags, but also be sure to check the airlines! New regulations require travelers to use designated carriers Kuwait Airways and Al Jazeera Airways for both arrival and departure.
Kuwait announces the reopening of entry visas, aiming to stimulate economic growth and tourism. Explore the eligibility criteria and requirements for family, commercial, and tourist visas, along with the consequences of non-compliance.
After suspending tourist and family visas in 2022, Kuwait is exploring their reintroduction alongside business visit visas. This move aligns with the new government's focus on revitalizing tourism and attracting global visitors. However, specific details and official announcements are yet to come.
Emiratis can now travel to the UK hassle-free with the new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. Learn how this visa-free process simplifies entry procedures and fosters economic and cultural exchanges between the UAE and the UK.