Minister of Labor and Minister of State for Investment Affairs, Ma'an Qatamin, has decided to extend the expatriation period granted to stranded Egyptian workers to Jordan by 8 days.

The decision covers Egyptian expats, who have were on leave before March 10, and whose work permits have expired, announced the minister.

In a press statement issued on Thursday, the expatriation period extension was made, taking into account the Jordanian employers' conditions, to ensure the continued operations of their businesses.

 Minister of Labor and Minister of State for Investment Affairs, Ma'an Qatamin, has decided to extend the expatriation period granted to stranded Egyptian workers to Jordan by 8 days.

The decision covers Egyptian expats, who have were on leave before March 10, and whose work permits have expired, announced the minister.

In a press statement issued on Thursday, the expatriation period extension was made, taking into account the Jordanian employers' conditions, to ensure the continued operations of their businesses.