Libya has a workforce of approximately one million, of which:

• 31% work in the industry;
• 27% are involved in provision of services;
• 24% are employed at government entities;
• 18% in the agricultural sector.
• Working Conditions and Labour Relations in Libya
• Working conditions are defined in Labor Law No. 12/2010.

WORK PERMITS AND LABOUR RELATIONS

• Foreigners who work in Libya are required to have a work permit which must be applied in advance by the prospective employer.
• Permission is normally granted to those having the skills and qualifications that are required in Libya and are not specifically prohibited by the Labor Office.
• The approval for a work permit is given usually between 10-15 days after the application is received.