How to Request an Exit Permit Through the Sahel App

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Friday, June 13, 2025

11/06/2025

KUWAIT CITY, Jun 11: If you're an expatriate employee in Kuwait and need to travel outside the country, follow these simple steps to apply for an exit permit through the Sahel app:

Open the Sahel App on your mobile device. (Choose Arabic Language)
From the bottom menu, tap on "Services".
Scroll through the list and select "Public Authority of Manpower".
Choose "Expatriate Labor Service" from the available options.
Tap on "Issuing Exit Permit".
Fill in the required details, including your exit and expected return dates.
Once completed, your application will be automatically sent to your employer for approval.

After the employer approves the request, the exit permit will be issued. If your employer fails to respond or denies the request without a valid reason, you may contact the Public Authority for Manpower to file a complaint.

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