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Work Permit.

Purpose: The purpose of a work permit is to allow foreign nationals to legally work in Somalia for a designated period of time. It ensures that individuals are authorized to work and helps regulate the labor market by ensuring that employers are hiring workers who have the necessary permissions.

Responsible institution

Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs 

Documents Needed

  1. Valid Passport
  2. passport size photo
  3. Entry visa
  4. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  5. Academic Qualification
  6. Medical Report
  7. proof of payment 

Steps to be taken to benefit of the service.

The company has to request a work permit for their new foreign employee before they can legally begin working in the country.

Fees required

The fee is different according to the months. for :

12 Months 780 $6 Months 490 $3 Months 320

payable through mobile money transfer to a bank account displayed in the regional center

Method of applying

In person