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Kuwait Introduces Exit Permit Requirement for Foreign Nationals
Key Point
- Kuwait now requires private sector employers to submit electronic exit permit requests before a foreign national can leave the country
Exit Permit Requirements
Kuwait announced a new compliance requirement for foreign nationals working in the private sector. Effective 1 July 2025, employers must obtain an official Exit Permit before a foreign employee can leave Kuwait.
Employers must submit the permit electronically through PAM’s designated platform, including the worker’s personal details and intended travel date. Only the employer registered with PAM can submit the request.
Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior issued this directive to strengthen oversight of foreign labor mobility, prevent unauthorized departures and ensure legal compliance.
The government advises employers to review the new process and ensure the timely submission of exit requests to avoid delays or penalties.
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