News & Decisions

Soral commends the directives issued by His Excellency the Minister of Labor, Mr. Mohammad Kabbara, which prohibit recruitment agencies from deducting any portion of workers’ salaries and ban dealings with unlicensed intermediaries. The syndicate stresses that employers must contract exclusively through licensed agencies and immediately report any violations related to the unlawful deduction of workers’ […]

In its ongoing commitment to protecting and organizing the sector, the Syndicate of Recruitment Agencies calls on the General Security Directorate and the Ministry of Labor to take the necessary measures to investigate unlicensed agencies and to prosecute all violators in accordance with legal procedures. Illegal practices in the recruitment of domestic workers harm Lebanon’s

The Syndicate of Recruitment Agencies urges the Ministry of Labor to: – Strengthen labor laws for domestic workers. – Enforce regulations on recruitment agencies. – Prohibit wage deductions and illegal practices. – Crack down on agencies working with unlicensed brokers.

Lebanese RepublicMinistry of LaborThe Minister Circular No. 1/1 Based on the Labor Law and the fees regulating the employment of foreigners, and to protect Lebanese labor, all establishments in the hotel, restaurant, café, and salon sectors must refrain from employing foreign workers illegally and without a work permit issued by the Ministry of Labor in

The Syndicate of Owners of Recruitment Agencies in Lebanon announced that it will hold a General Assembly at 1:00 PM on Thursday, May 15, at Padova Hotel – Sin El Fil. The agenda will include the approval of the 2024 budget, in accordance with Paragraph (4) of Article (27), and granting discharge to the Syndicate

The so-called National Federation of Workers and Employees (FENASOL) falsely claims to represent domestic workers. The organization applied for a license but was rejected by the Ministry of Labor due to legal violations. Despite this, it continues illegal operations, encouraging unauthorized employment and misleading public opinion. FENASOL has falsely accused licensed recruitment agencies of human

The Syndicate of Recruitment Agencies held its annual general assembly, addressing sector challenges and proposing reforms to ensure fair treatment for both workers and employers. Key recommendations: – Immediate signing of agreements with labor-sending countries to regulate recruitment and worker protection. – Increasing financial guarantees for new agencies to enhance service quality. – Evaluating new

Important Notice to Citizens Regarding the Recruitment of Domestic Workers Dear Citizen, We would like to draw your attention to a very important matter concerning the recruitment of domestic workers, especially in light of the growing number of promotional ads on social media offering unrealistically low prices. ⚠ Beware of fraudulent advertisements and unlicensed agencies!

The Ministry of Labor confirms that the Syndicate of Recruitment Agencies for Domestic Workers in Lebanon is the only recognized entity in this field. For verification and legal concerns, contact: 📞 01/545321 – 79/182367

The Syndicate of Recruitment Agencies for Domestic Workers in Lebanon was officially established by Ministerial Decision No. 197/1 in 2004. The syndicate’s mission is to regulate the industry, protect worker rights, and ensure fair recruitment practices. For inquiries, contact: 📞 01/545321 – 79/182367