[Kuwait] Non-graduate expats over 60 can finally renew permits

In Kuwait, a group of non-graduate expats can at last breath a sigh of relief as a contentious battle over the renewal of their work permits comes to an end, Arab Times reports.

Kuwait’s Minister of Justice, Minister of State for Integrity Enhancement, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Public Authority for Manpower, Counselor Jamal Al-Jalawi will, at last, allow the renewal of work permits for expatriate workers who have reached the age of sixty years and above and hold a high school certificate or less and its equivalent certificates. The news was met with great satisfaction by the expatriates, according to reporting from Al-Qabas daily.

The expats spoke of their love for Kuwait and pointed out many of them work in handicrafts, technical and mechanical workshops and other essential industries. They told Al-Qabas that it would not have been easy for them to leave the land of Kuwait, where they have lived for so many years.

A number of the over 60s reiterated that they had lived most of their lives in Kuwait and contributed to its construction, stressing that the amendment of the decision was pleasing to hear because it gives them a sense of reassurance and stability. 

The Director of the Public Relations Department, the official spokeswoman for the Public Authority for Manpower, Aseel Al-Mazeed, responded to journalists’ questions about the date for the implementation of the new decision and its logistics. She confirmed that PAM will announce the date for receiving renewal requests and the steps to be followed in this regard.

Sources said the decision will contribute to the stability of the labour market as it continues to benefit from the expertise of craftsmen and specialists in their professions; will improve Kuwait’s humanitarian image; and reunite many families.

Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Integrity Affairs, Counselor Jamal Al-Jalawi, resolved the ongoing issue just one week after transferring the affiliation of the Public Authority for Manpower to his ministerial portfolio on January 18; following a bumpy ride during the tenure of four ministers. During the meeting of the board of directors of the authority headed by Al- Jalawi, satisfaction was expressed among the members who voted on the decision in the new formula approved by the minister.

A 250 dinars fee for annual renewal, in addition to health insurance, was also announced.

In Kuwait, a group of non-graduate expats can at last breath a sigh of relief as a contentious battle over the renewal of their work permits comes to an end, Arab Times reports.

Kuwait’s Minister of Justice, Minister of State for Integrity Enhancement, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Public Authority for Manpower, Counselor Jamal Al-Jalawi will, at last, allow the renewal of work permits for expatriate workers who have reached the age of sixty years and above and hold a high school certificate or less and its equivalent certificates. The news was met with great satisfaction by the expatriates, according to reporting from Al-Qabas daily.

The expats spoke of their love for Kuwait and pointed out many of them work in handicrafts, technical and mechanical workshops and other essential industries. They told Al-Qabas that it would not have been easy for them to leave the land of Kuwait, where they have lived for so many years.

A number of the over 60s reiterated that they had lived most of their lives in Kuwait and contributed to its construction, stressing that the amendment of the decision was pleasing to hear because it gives them a sense of reassurance and stability. 

The Director of the Public Relations Department, the official spokeswoman for the Public Authority for Manpower, Aseel Al-Mazeed, responded to journalists’ questions about the date for the implementation of the new decision and its logistics. She confirmed that PAM will announce the date for receiving renewal requests and the steps to be followed in this regard.

Sources said the decision will contribute to the stability of the labour market as it continues to benefit from the expertise of craftsmen and specialists in their professions; will improve Kuwait’s humanitarian image; and reunite many families.

Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Integrity Affairs, Counselor Jamal Al-Jalawi, resolved the ongoing issue just one week after transferring the affiliation of the Public Authority for Manpower to his ministerial portfolio on January 18; following a bumpy ride during the tenure of four ministers. During the meeting of the board of directors of the authority headed by Al- Jalawi, satisfaction was expressed among the members who voted on the decision in the new formula approved by the minister.

A 250 dinars fee for annual renewal, in addition to health insurance, was also announced.