Nepal Urges UAE to Drop Double Police Clearance for Workers as Labor Pact Renewed
Nepal's Minister Yadav requests UAE to eliminate double police clearance certificate requirement for Nepali workers, simplifying recruitment while both nations renew their bilateral labor agreement.
Minister Ramji Yadav of Nepal's Ministry of Youth, Labor, and Employment has formally requested the United Arab Emirates to remove the double police clearance certificate requirement for Nepali workers traveling to the UAE, a move aimed at streamlining recruitment and reducing administrative burdens on migrant laborers.
During a high-level meeting with UAE Ambassador to Nepal Abdulla Saeed Mubarak Jarwan Al Shamsi, Minister Yadav emphasized that the current dual clearance mandate creates unnecessary delays and costs for workers seeking employment in the Gulf. The initiative seeks to simplify the entire recruitment process, making it more accessible and efficient for Nepali citizens.
Both officials also reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening overall labor relations between Nepal and the UAE. This dialogue follows a recent agreement to renew the bilateral labor pact, which was first signed four years ago and has been instrumental in formalizing employment pathways for thousands of Nepali workers.
Recent reforms in the region, including Saudi Arabia's removal of the Kafala sponsorship system, highlight a growing trend toward more flexible and worker-friendly labor policies. Nepal's push to eliminate redundant documentation aligns with this global shift, ensuring that its citizens receive fair treatment and reduced administrative hurdles when seeking international employment.
The renewed labor agreement, confirmed during a Joint Working Committee meeting in Kathmandu in June 2026, will continue to provide a structured framework for employment, wage protection, and safe migration for Nepali workers in the UAE.