This is to notify and inform the general public that the SHORT-TERM WORK PERMIT (E-Work Permit) is now being initiated by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment. The employers wishing to import foreign workers even for the duration less than 30 days should now compulsorily apply online through BLMIS with immediate effect. Besides the normal required documents, the individual/FWRA/employers should submit the medical clearance certificate of the foreigners obtained from the country of origin.This notification is referred to the approval of the night halt work permits only and for other categories and updates, MoICE will keep notifying in future.

Notification regarding suspended foreign workers approval

This is to notify that in view of the suspension of entry of expatriates in the country, the approval of foreign workers is suspended with immediate effect until the suspension of entry is lifted.

Further, since the border towns are under lockdown, the employers of foreign workers are requested to retain them at work sites to ensure that they are not stranded at border exit points.

For further clarification, please contact the Department of Labour at 02-339922 during office hours.

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