Saudi Arabia expands vocational verification programme to 160 countries to stem unskilled workers’ influx

Initiative to ensure workers possess reliable educational credentials, necessary skills

Last updated: July 09, 2024 | 14:09

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Saudi Arabia has announced the completion of the first phase of a vocational verification programme. Illustrative image.

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Moving forward, the ministry plans to implement subsequent phases of the verification programme, extending its coverage to 160 countries across various professions, including engineering and healthcare.

Launched in early last year, the programme includes both practical and theoretical assessments across 23 vocational categories. The issuance of worker visas is contingent upon passing these tests in their home countries.