Manama > Expats who wish to work legally in Bahrain will be granted a work permit card. Labor Minister Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, LMRA CEO Nouf Abdulrahman Jamsheer and Bahrain Chamber Chairman Samir Naas told a press conference that skilled and qualified workers should register at the Labor Registration Center.
Registration will be facilitated online and at the Labor Registration Centre. Complete details of registered workers will be kept here. She also explained that the aim is to collect comprehensive information of expatriate workers.
A special work permit card will be issued to registered workers. It will contain the photograph, occupation, name and CPR number of the worker. Registration and other procedures will start soon.
The new system will replace the Flexi Visa. Those who have a work permit card can continue to work in Bahrain.
LMRA had earlier informed that those who are currently working on flexi visa and do not have sufficient documents should register at the Labor Registration Center.
The labor minister said that the system is being implemented in such a way as to protect the rights of workers and employers. Certain criteria will be imposed in all professions. Details regarding this will be released soon. This is aimed at ensuring that the best quality workers come to the country.
Bahrain Chamber Chairman Samir Naas said that the business community has been demanding the abolition of the flexi visa for a long time. He added that the new system will provide equal opportunities for natives and non-residents. He also suggested that those who come to the country seeking employment on a visit visa should leave the country and come back if they get a job.
LMRA CEO Noof Abdul Rahman Jamsheer said that checks to detect illegal workers have been strengthened. In the last few days, extensive inspections were conducted in various parts of the country. Legal action including deportation will be taken against those caught.
The authorities are aiming for a radical reform in the labor sector of the country. The authorities are trying to create a better working environment by bringing in only enough qualified and efficient workers.
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