I am not a supporter of the Kafala system or the NOC requirement. I firmly believe it is a true form of modern-day slavery. It has also become a tool for many unscrupulous employers to make make money by exchanging an employees benefits for an NOC. The practice is very common. Having said that, I also firmly believe if a worker wants to quit and leave the country, there is nothing but death that could stop him from doing so. I have seen that happen many times here. Possibly, some who write here at QL are unaware of the powers of the Labor Office. They need do some footwork.