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Check Visa, Emigration Clearance and Insurance Before You Travel for a Gulf Job
By AssignmentsAbroad ·
Before you travel, check the legal requirements for your own case. Do not rely on an agent's verbal assurance.
Confirm the work visa or permit
Confirm the work visa or permit with the appropriate authorities and make sure it matches the job you were offered.
Emigration clearance
Check whether your passport requires emigration clearance for the destination and your circumstances.
Insurance
Complete any applicable insurance requirements, including Pravasi Bharatiya Bima Yojana where required.
Requirements differ
Requirements can differ by country, occupation and passport category. Use the official Ministry of External Affairs guidance and the eMigrate portal, rather than an agent's verbal assurance.
Key takeaway
Check visa, emigration clearance and insurance through official sources for your own destination, job and passport category.
Official resources
- MEA guidance for intending emigrants. Official Ministry of External Affairs guidance on overseas employment, documents and precautions.
- eMigrate portal. Check a recruiting agent's registration and access overseas employment services.