Muscat: The free exit programme, announced by the government for those expatriates residing in the country even after the expiry of their residency status, has been extended for three more months. The programme will now end on August 31, 2021.
The scheme was first announced on November 15, 2020, with validity till December 31, 2020. That was extended till March 31, 2021, and now, till June 30.
A Twitter message from the Ministry of Labour said that due to the ongoing pandemic, the closing date for illegal emigrants to register for free exit on the ministry’s website will be August 31.
This period allows all undocumented workers to leave the country without any fine or legal implications. The Ministry of Labour has urged all who have not yet registered to come forward and register online and use the scheme. All undocumented workers and overstaying visitors can register at the ministry’s website (www.mol.gov.om) or through Sanad offices.
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