Labour Migration

  Labor migration from Nepal is a significant phenomenon that has both positive and negative impacts on the country's economy and society. Here's an overview of labor migration from Nepal: Overview: Drivers of Migration: Economic disparities, lack of job opportunities, and low wages in Nepal drive many individuals to seek employment opportunities abroad. Political instability, natural disasters, and social factors also contribute to migration. Destinations: The Middle East, particularly countries like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, is a popular destination for Nepali migrant workers. Other popular destinations include Malaysia, South Korea, and Gulf countries. Types of Employment: Nepali migrant workers are often employed in sectors such as construction, manufacturing, hospitality, agriculture, and domestic work. They work in various roles, including laborers, skilled workers, caregivers, and domestic helpers. Impacts: Economic Contributions: Remittances fro...

Employment permits and passports of migrant workers Migration for foreign employment has become a major source of income for a many Nepali households.  A recent report    -  Labour Migration for Employment: A Status Report for Nepal 2013/14     shows that the number of migrants leaving Nepal for work is increasing every year. During the last fiscal year 2014, more than 520,000 labour permits were issued to Nepalis planning to work abroad. Malaysia is now the number one destination country for Nepali migrants, closely followed by Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Kuwait. The same report concluded that overseas employment is heavily male dominated: roughly 95 per cent of all labour permits are given to men. However, other data that captures those working in India (where labour permits are not required) or those leaving to work abroad through informal channels indicate that female migration might be as high as 12 per cent of the total workforce abroad. Re...