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.

Launch of Uniform for Labour Officers

On 18 April, 2022, the Department of Labour formally launched the field uniform for the Labour Inspectors.  We would like to inform the general public that henceforth the labour inspections at work sites will be carried out by labour officers in uniform.

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