Emergency Exit Permits For Expats in Kuwait Available 24/7
KUWAIT CITY, June 11: A senior source at the Public Authority for Manpower stated that the recent decision mandating exit permits for private sector workers before travel is aimed at safeguarding the rights of both employees and employers.
The source explained that the regulation, which comes into effect on July 1, applies to all private sector workers holding residency under Article 18.
According to the source, applications for exit permits can be submitted electronically through multiple platforms, including the Sahel Individuals app (for expats) and the Ashel Manpower Portal. Once a worker applies, the employer must approve it via the Sahel Business app or the Ashel platform designated for private companies under the authority's supervision.
The source added that employers are also permitted to initiate exit permit requests on behalf of workers in emergencies or for employees who do not have access to the Sahel application.
He emphasized that while the employer holds the authority to approve the exit permit, the process remains simple and accessible. In cases of urgent travel, the service is available 24/7 and is designed to be free of complications.
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