When recruiting a domestic worker or transferring sponsorship, the recruitment office issues a work permit and residence permit for the worker, valid for one full year. Therefore, the sponsor must renew the work permit and residence permit upon the expiry of their legal validity, which is indicated on the residence and permit card (expiry date).
It is recommended to start the renewal procedures two weeks before the expiry date.
How to renew the work permit and residence permit
First: Required documents
The worker’s passport and copies of pages containing personal data.
The expired work permit and residence card.
Two personal photos of the worker.
The worker’s personal number.
COVID-19 vaccination certificate (at least two doses).
A copy of the family book and the sponsor’s ID.
A copy of the property deed (title deed) or rental contract for the sponsor’s residence.
Second: Procedures
1- Medical examination
A medical examination is conducted for the worker at one of the expatriate health centers, and the test result is issued after approximately five days.
2- Visiting the Labor Office
After the medical result is issued and sent electronically from the medical center to the labor directorates, the sponsor or a family member must visit the labor office in the area of residence.
3- Submitting the electronic renewal request
The renewal application is submitted electronically through the Ministry of Labor website, or through one of the insurance offices near the labor office to assist in completing the application.
4- Issuing health insurance
Purchase a health insurance policy for the worker.
5- Submitting the application
Submit the application to a labor office employee to complete procedures and issue the electronic payment number.
6- Paying fees
Pay fees through the “eFAWATEERcom” service.
7- Completing residence procedures
After payment, the sponsor must visit the Residency and Borders Department to submit the application, pay the residence permit fees, and then receive the residence card and work permit.
