Big relief for Pakistan! This Muslim country lifts visa ban on Pakistani nationals after 19 years, opening massive job opportunities in oil, healthcare and…
After nearly 19 years, Kuwait has finally lifted the visa ban on citizens from Pakistan, bringing big relief to many who plans to work here for better opportunities. For a long time, Pakistanis were not allowed to apply for visas to Kuwait but now, this decision opens up many job opportunities for them, especially in Kuwait's healthcare, oil, and skilled labor sectors.
This move is also expected to improve relations between the two countries. According to Gulf News, Kuwait is facing a shortage of skilled workers and has started hiring professionals from Pakistan. In fact, the first group of 1,200 nurses from Pakistan has already been sent.
Now that Kuwait has restarted work, family, tourist, and business visas for Pakistanis, citizens in Pakistan can now apply for various visa types, including work, family visit, dependent, tourist, and commercial categories and it will therefore be easier for them to travel, find jobs, or join family members there. Kuwait-Pakistan ties set to improve
Pakistan's Ambassador to Kuwait, Dr. Zafar Iqbal called this decision a major milestone in strengthening relations between the two countries. He said reopening visa services will not only meet Kuwait's demand for workers but also benefit thousands of families in Pakistan.
With the ban lifted, many new job opportunities have opened up for skilled Pakistani workers in Kuwait. This move could also lead to stronger economic cooperation between the two nations. Pakistani businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors will now have better access to Kuwaiti markets. Experts believe this step goes beyond the economy as it also helps connect people from both sides.
Kuwait and Pakistan are currently discussing a new labor agreement (MoU). The aim is to ensure fair and safe working conditions for Pakistani workers in Kuwait. This agreement will offer a better structure for labor migration and is expected to boost trade and investment between the two countries.
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