Last Change:

07/18/2025

Regulation No. 17 - Regulation concerning employment permits

Year: 2009

Type: Domestic policy

Rights Category: Freedom of movement, Work & Workplace rights, Documentation

Description

Regulation No. 17 Concerning Employment Permits governs the issuance of work permits for non-citizens seeking employment in Liberia. Issued by the Ministry of Labour, the regulation mandates that all foreign nationals, including forcibly displaced and stateless persons, must obtain a work permit before engaging in formal employment. It outlines eligibility criteria, application procedures, and fee structures for different categories of workers, including exemptions for diplomatic personnel and humanitarian workers. The regulation also establishes penalties for non-compliance and mechanisms for monitoring employment practices to ensure adherence to national labor laws.