Health Ministry opens migrant worker health screening to govt hospitals
Summary
Nepal's Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security has allowed government and approved health institutions to conduct mandatory pre-departure medical exams for migrant workers, expanding access beyond private certified facilities.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security allows government and approved health institutions to conduct compulsory pre-departure medical examinations for Nepali migrant workers.
- This change expands the health screening process beyond the current certified private facilities network.
- The move aims to increase access to affordable pre-departure health checks for Nepali workers traveling abroad.
- It is expected to reduce the cost and waiting time for these mandatory medical examinations.
