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COVID-19: Which overseas workers can get a work permit in the UAE right now?

Some employers can now hire staff from abroad, if they fall under certain work categories

Published: October 07, 2020 16:12 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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Have you been waiting to move to the UAE for a new work assignment? — ICA has started issuing work permits for workers outside the UAE. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Government departments and semi-government organisations can now secure work permits for new arrivals — The announcement was made on October 5. Image Credit: WAM

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Work permits are being issued for the following categories. — 1. Domestic workers arriving in the UAE. Image Credit: AFP

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Workers in vital sectors. — Vital sectors include healthcare, transport and sanitation. Image Credit: AFP

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The UAE had suspended issuing all types of work permits from March 19, 2020. — The suspension was part of the country's efforts to fight COVID-19. Image Credit: WAM

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While issuance of entry permits was gradually resumed, work permits were not being issued for workers abroad. — Work permits were being issued for those inside the UAE. Image Credit: AFP

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While issuance of entry permits was gradually resumed, work permits were not being issued for workers abroad. — Work permits were being issued for those inside the UAE. Image Credit: AFP

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How to apply for a foreign worker’s permit? — To submit applications visit www.ica.gov.ae Image Credit: AFP

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The authority stressed the importance of adhering to the pre-testing procedures before visiting the country — Image Credit: Gulf News

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