Inhospitable: How hotels in Qatar & the UAE are failing migrant workers
This investigation examines allegations related to migrant labor exploitation & kafala system. The available public evidence shows Failure to implement adequate human rights due diligence in hotel operations, Persistent risks of wage theft and non-payment for migrant staff, and Restricted freedom of movement for employees. Qatar or relevant parties have not issued a documented public response at the time of writing. The primary sources are reporting by Business and Human Rights Resource Centre.
- Failure to implement adequate human rights due diligence in hotel operations
- Persistent risks of wage theft and non-payment for migrant staff
- Restricted freedom of movement for employees
- Substandard living and working conditions for migrant workers
According to the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre, the hospitality sector in Qatar continues to fail in its obligations to protect migrant workers. The report highlights systemic issues within major hotel chains operating in the country, alleging that despite international scrutiny, workers remain vulnerable to exploitative practices. The investigation suggests that many hotels are failing to implement adequate due diligence processes, leaving employees at risk of wage theft, restricted freedom of movement, and poor living conditions. The findings underscore a persistent gap between the corporate commitments made by international hotel brands and the reality faced by their migrant workforce on the ground in Qatar.
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This report highlights how major international hotel chains in Qatar are failing to protect their migrant workforce from systemic exploitation and labor abuses.
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