What Is ‘Multiple-Trip Exit Permit’ Launched For Expat Workers In Kuwait?

Recently, the Public Authority for Manpower in Kuwait introduced a new ‘multiple-trip exit permit’. This service is for expat workers and aims to simplify the procedures, improve efficiency, and reduce the administrative burden not just for employers but even for the employees. Here’s all you need to know about this new initiative by the government.

What Is Kuwait’s Multiple-Trip Exit Permit?

As part of the government’s effort to digitise public services and modernise labour-related processes, Kuwait has introduced a ‘multiple-trip exit permit’ service. Through this system, for the first time, an upgraded system would allow workers to obtain a permit that covers multiple-exits and re-entries within a specified time period. This is instead of a single-use permit, as mentioned in a report of the Gulf News, this change would reduce the need for repetitive applications for those who travel frequently.

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As it happens, the service is electronically integrated with the Ministry of Interior’s systems. It enables approved permits that can be transmitted automatically. Employers and workers can also print the permit at any time, once it has been approved. However, the applications can be submitted through the Ashal portal for companies and manpower services. While businesses and individuals can use the Sahel App.

It should be noted that the user can choose between a single-trip or multiple-trip permit, and they can enter the start and the end dates of the requested period. Moreover, they can also submit their application online.

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Authorised Signatories Can Grant Advance Automatic Approval

As mentioned by the authority, this system would instantly display the transaction number and application status once the request has been submitted.

According to the authorities, the new service allows authorised signatories to grant advance automatic approval for workers’ exit permits. This removes the need to review each request individually. The officials have mentioned that this move would reduce the administrative pressure on employers, and it would also ensure faster service for workers.

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