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The Sierra Leone Embassy in the State of Kuwait has issued a press release refuting social media reports claiming that Sierra Leone is among 27 countries recently banned by Kuwait from recruiting domestic workers under revised labour migration regulations.
According to the Embassy, the reports are misleading and do not accurately reflect the current situation between the two countries. The Embassy explained that the Government of Sierra Leone itself requested a moratorium on the issuance of Article 20 visas for domestic workers as far back as 2017.
The decision was taken in response to growing concerns over the treatment of Sierra Leonean domestic workers in Kuwait, including cases of abuse, human trafficking, and poor working conditions.
The moratorium, which was jointly implemented by the Governments of Sierra Leone and Kuwait, came into effect on July 23, 2017, under Circular No. 140 (2017). As a result, no official recruitment of Sierra Leonean domestic workers has taken place under the arrangement since then.
The Embassy further disclosed that both Sierra Leone and Kuwait have since finalized two Employment Agreements covering Visa 18 and Visa 20 categories. These agreements are expected to be signed soon by the relevant authorities, paving the way for a more structured and regulated employment framework between the two nations.
In its statement, the Embassy urged the public to disregard the circulating reports and assured Sierra Leoneans that it remains committed to protecting the interests, welfare, and safety of its citizens seeking employment opportunities in Kuwait.
The clarification comes amid widespread discussion on social media regarding Kuwait’s labour migration policies and their impact on foreign workers. Sierra Leonean authorities maintain that any future recruitment arrangements will prioritize the protection and rights of workers abroad.
The statement was issued by the Sierra Leone Embassy in Kuwait on June 15, 2026.
