Sarkari Yojana

Assistance Scheme For Reimbursement For Expenditure On Visa By Construction Workers For Employment Abroad

Rajasthan
Quick Summary: Rajasthan reimburses registered construction workers for visa expenses once they secure a building or construction job abroad through a registered agency, payable once and claimable within 3 months of getting the visa.

About Assistance Scheme For Reimbursement For Expenditure On Visa By Construction Workers For Employment Abroad

Rajasthan has put in place the Reimbursement of Expenditure Incurred on Visa for Employment Abroad to Construction Workers to financially help construction workers looking for jobs overseas. Registered construction workers of Rajasthan who have landed a job in a foreign country can get back what they spent on obtaining the required visa and connected paperwork.

The worker must be registered with the Construction Workers Welfare Board in Rajasthan and must furnish proof of the overseas job. Because visas are often a heavy expense, the scheme eases this burden by covering visa-related costs, thereby furthering construction workers’ welfare and backing their efforts to secure work abroad.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Assistance Scheme For Reimbursement For Expenditure On Visa By Construction Workers For Employment Abroad, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must reside in Rajasthan State

The applicant must reside in Rajasthan State. 2.The applicant must be registered as a Construction Worker under labour laws. Other Conditions

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Anyone taking up contract employment overseas must obtain…

Anyone taking up contract employment overseas must obtain emigration clearance from the office of Protectors of Emigrants (POE) under the Migrant Act, 1983.

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The recruiting agency must be registered under the…

The recruiting agency must be registered under the Overseas Act or must hold a valid permit from the POE office.

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Visa reimbursement is paid only if the beneficiary's…

Visa reimbursement is paid only if the beneficiary's passport, carrying a valid visa, is valid for at least 6 months.

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A beneficiary can receive this assistance only one…

A beneficiary can receive this assistance only one time.

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If scrutiny of the application and documents reveals…

If scrutiny of the application and documents reveals any false information leading to cancellation of eligibility, the beneficiary must refund the entire sanctioned assistance with interest.

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The benefit is paid only when the beneficiary's…

The benefit is paid only when the beneficiary's overseas employment is in building and other construction works.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Photocopy of the beneficiary's registration identity card

Photocopy of the beneficiary's registration identity card.

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Photocopies of the beneficiary's Aadhaar card and Jan…

Photocopies of the beneficiary's Aadhaar card and Jan Aadhaar card.

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Front page of the beneficiary's savings bank passbook…

Front page of the beneficiary's savings bank passbook (showing the candidate's name, bank account number and IFS code).

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Photocopy of the passport bearing the visa

Photocopy of the passport bearing the visa.

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Photocopy of the job contract given by the…

Photocopy of the job contract given by the overseas employer.

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Evidence of payment made for the Visa /…

Evidence of payment made for the Visa / Invoice / Invoice.

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The recruiting agent's registration number and a copy…

The recruiting agent's registration number and a copy of the overseas job advertisement.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Assistance Scheme For Reimbursement For Expenditure On Visa By Construction Workers For Employment Abroad through the online application process outlined below.

Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗

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Beneficiaries must file the application online, in the…

Beneficiaries must file the application online, in the prescribed form, on the Board's portal www.ldms.rajasthan.gov.in .

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Deadline for applying - Once the notification is…

Deadline for applying - Once the notification is published, the registered beneficiary must apply within 3 months at most of receiving a valid visa as per rules.

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Approval is granted after examination and full satisfaction…

Approval is granted after examination and full satisfaction of the senior-most officer of the local labour office or another officer authorised by the divisional secretary.

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The assistance is credited electronically (RTGS / NEFT)…

The assistance is credited electronically (RTGS / NEFT) to the candidate's bank account through the central banking system.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References