The Ministry wishes to remind all employers, employees, employer representatives, employment agencies, accommodation service providers, work permit insurance service providers, and work permit medical service providers of their obligations under the Regulation on Expatriate Employment (Regulation No. 2025/R-120).

As part of its ongoing compliance and enforcement efforts, the Ministry will continue to monitor and address instances of non-compliance and take appropriate enforcement action where violations are established.

The following penalties may be imposed in accordance with the Regulation No. 2025/R-120, Chapter 7:

Article 5

Where a violation is identified:

• Article 5(a): A fine of MVR 50,000 shall be imposed for a first violation.
• Article 5(b): A fine of MVR 75,000 shall be imposed for a second violation.
• Article 5(c): A fine of MVR 100,000 shall be imposed for a third or subsequent violation.

Article 10

• Article 10(b): Where an employer is determined to have been negligent towards an employee, a fine of MVR 50,000 per affected employee shall be imposed.

Article 11

• Article 11(c): For violations or circumstances not specifically prescribed elsewhere in the Regulation, the Ministry may impose a fine of up to MVR 100,000, proportionate to the nature and severity of the violation.

The Ministry encourages all stakeholders to review their responsibilities under the Regulation and take the necessary measures to maintain compliance. Timely compliance helps prevent service disruptions, administrative action, and financial penalties.