New Opportunity for Nepali Workers in Oman: How Legalizing Labour Permits Can Impact Your Business Operations
Muscat: The Embassy of Nepal in Muscat has initiated the process for legalizing labor permits for Nepali workers in Oman who have not previously obtained permits from Nepal. This groundbreaking program commenced with a special event in Salalah, which took place from January 31 to February 1, 2025.
The event featured an interactive session with the Ambassador, discussions on labor awareness, financial literacy training, enrollment in the social security fund, and passport and consular services. This initiative aims to ensure that Nepali workers can access essential benefits provided by Nepal’s labor policies.
H.E. Dornath Aryal, the Ambassador of Nepal to Oman, alongside Surya Bahadur Khatri, the Director General of the Department of Foreign Employment, officially launched the service, with technical arrangements overseen by Naresh Prasad Das, a computer engineer from the department.
Ambassador Aryal emphasized the significance of using legal channels for remittances, compliance with local regulations, and the necessity of social security enrollment while addressing the concerns of attendees. Director General Khatri underscored the dangers of working abroad without proper authorization and urged workers to complete their labor permit applications.
Following the Salalah event, an interaction session was conducted at Nepal House in Muscat on February 3, 2025. This session focused on labor rights, economic diplomacy, and the issues faced by Nepali workers, with active participation from community representatives, bank officials, and social activists.
Nepali workers in Oman can now obtain a legalized labor permit through the Embassy in Muscat by creating a profile in the FEIMS system, uploading required documents, submitting an online application, and completing biometric verification at the Embassy.
The delegation, which included Director General Khatri and Engineer Das, participated in the programs before departing Oman on February 4. The events were coordinated by Second Secretary Bishesh Kumar Sah at the Embassy.
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The launch of legalized labor permits for Nepali workers in Oman signals a significant shift towards formalization in the labor market, enhancing protection for workers while ensuring compliance with local regulations. This creates opportunities for businesses to engage a compliant workforce and potentially improve productivity, but it also highlights the risk of increased operational costs due to adherence requirements. Smart investors and entrepreneurs should consider investing in training and support services aligned with these regulatory changes to maximize benefits and mitigate risks associated with labor compliance.
