Starting November 3rd, 2024, Kuwait will implement updated regulations governing the transfer of workers from government contracts and projects to the private sector. The new rules, set by the Public Authority for Manpower, introduce specific conditions that must be met before workers can change their employment status.

The key conditions for the transfer process include:

Project Completion: The government contract or project must be officially terminated.

Confirmation Letter: The Public Authority for Manpower must receive an official letter confirming that the project has been completed and that there is no further need for the labor force.

Minimum Employment Period: Workers must have completed at least one year of employment with the project before applying for a transfer.

Employer Approval: Workers must obtain approval from their current employer before initiating the transfer.

Transfer Fee: An additional fee of 350 dinars will be charged for the transfer process.

These amendments aim to streamline labor mobility while ensuring that the transfer process aligns with project timelines and workforce needs.