Security guard jobs abroad for Sri Lankans
Security jobs are among the most common Gulf vacancies we fill, for hotels, malls, offices and building sites. Employers look for fit, disciplined candidates with basic spoken English.
Pay in our 2025 vacancies
Offers made through Lucky HR last year, by country.
| Job | Pay per month | Country | Posted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security guard | QAR 1,700 basic, up to QAR 1,920 with extra days | Qatar | Aug 2025 |
| Security guard with CCTV | QAR 1,500 + overtime | Qatar | Aug 2025 |
| Security guard | KWD 120 | Kuwait | May 2025 |
| Lifeguard | SAR 1,900 | Saudi Arabia | Aug 2025 |
| Lifeguard, 8-hour duty | QAR 1,800 | Qatar | Feb 2025 |
These are offers from Lucky HR's own vacancy posts in 2025, shown as examples. Each job's pay, overtime and benefits are different, and they change. Always read the contract for the job you apply for.
What employers check, and how to prepare
What employers check
- Good health and fitness
- Basic spoken English
- A clean police record
- Experience in security, the forces or similar work helps
How to prepare
- Bring your passport, NIC and certificates
- Stand straight, speak clearly and look at the interviewer
- Practise simple questions: your name, your experience and why you want the job
- Wear neat, formal clothes
Skills to learn
- Basic English for work
- Fire safety and first aid
- Patrolling and writing a short report
Countries that hire security guards through us
Current vacancies
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Common questions
Do I need experience for security guard jobs abroad?
It depends on the job. Employers look for fit, disciplined candidates with basic spoken English. Our officers tell you which vacancies fit your experience.
Which countries hire Sri Lankan security guards?
Through Lucky HR: Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE (Dubai). Each country page lists the jobs and pay we have seen there.
How much do security guards earn in the Gulf?
Pay depends on the country and the job. In our 2025 vacancies, for example, a security guard in Qatar was offered QAR 1,700 basic, up to QAR 1,920 with extra days, and a lifeguard, 8-hour duty in Qatar was offered QAR 1,800. See the table on this page.
How do I apply?
Use the form on this page to prepare a WhatsApp message, call +94 77 423 9191, or visit our office in Colombo or Nintavur.
Ready to work abroad?
Visit an office, call us or send your CV on WhatsApp. Our officers speak Sinhala, Tamil and English.