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Introduction
Saudi Arabia officially announced major reforms to its Kafala sponsorship system in 2025. Filipino news outlets ran the headlines. Government officials called it historic. But for the more than 800,000 OFWs currently working in the Kingdom, the question isn’t what was announced — it’s what actually changed when they showed up to work the next day.
This guide breaks down what reformed, what didn’t, and what loopholes employers are already exploiting.
What is Kafala?
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What the 2025 reforms actually did
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The loopholes still trapping workers
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What this means for you before you sign
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What to do if you’re already there
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