Updating the biometrics of work permit holders whose biometric data is older than November 17, 2023, has become mandatory. The timeframe/s for completing this update are announced by the Ministry via Gazette and the Ministry's official social media channels. To facilitate this process, the XPAT system has been updated with the following enhancements:
Key Updates:
- Live List for Employers: A dynamic list of work permit holders requiring biometric updates is now available within the system. Navigate to Work Permit > View Work Permit & Fingerprint Date or refer to the attached Quick User Guide for details.
- Enhanced Reporting Features: A new "Latest Fingerprint Date" field has been added to the Work Permit Report (Excel export). Additionally, a new preset, "Work Permit Biometric Report," automatically sets the required fields and filters.
- Fingerprint Update Status in Work Permit Summary: The "Fingerprint Last Updated On" date is now displayed in each work permit’s summary view.
- Appointment Requests for Large Employers: Employers managing 100+ work permit holders can request an appointment for biometric collection via the "Biometric Collection Appointment" form. This ensures smoother communication, coordination, and facilitates site visit requests.
Where to Update Biometric Data:
Greater Male' Area:
- Updates can be done at Operation Kuran'gi Joint Operation Center (Male', NCIT Building).
- Service hours: 9:00 am to 10:00 pm, Saturday to Thursday (excluding public holidays).
Outside Greater Male':
- Updates are available at any Local Council Office.
- Service follows official government working days and the local council office’s operating hours.
For more details about Operation Kuran'gi, refer to the "Information Document" or contact [email protected]..
