In a recent announcement, the Public Authority of Manpower (PAM) has emphasized its strict stance on the amendment of work permit data for expatriates, including crucial details such as name, date of birth, and nationality.

PAM outlines a clear procedure for employers seeking to modify any of these essential information. If an employer wishes to make changes, they must initiate the process by canceling the visa for the respective worker within two weeks from the date of issuance. Subsequently, the employer is required to visit the Ministry of Interior to modify the worker's database and apply for the issuance of a new work permit.

This stringent process is implemented to prevent any circumvention of rules and ensure that individuals are not attempting to recruit workers from nationalities whose recruitment permits may have been suspended by manipulating work permit information after issuance.

Additionally, the Manpower Authority underscores the importance of halting the issuance of work permits for professions and specialties for which there are qualified Kuwaiti job seekers available. This measure aims to prioritize employment opportunities for local citizens and aligns with the overarching goal of fostering a balanced workforce in Kuwait.