UAE Public Holidays 2026: When is the next long weekend? How to plan a 9-day vacation this May
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Employment & Work
UAE Employment Law & Worker Rights
Understanding employment law in the UAE is essential for every employee, domestic worker, and employer. This section is a comprehensive resource covering UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021) and related MoHRE regulations that govern contracts, salaries, working hours, and workplace protections.
Our reporting explains how rules apply in real situations—whether it is resigning from a job, facing termination, dealing with salary delays, or calculating end-of-service gratuity. We also cover dispute resolution processes, including how and when to file complaints with MoHRE or labour courts.
Special attention is given to domestic workers under Federal Law No. 9 of 2022, ensuring clarity on sponsorship rules, leave entitlements, passport retention, and employer obligations. Coverage of Emiratisation policies and work permit rules helps both workers and businesses stay compliant.
This section prioritises accuracy, official sources, and plain language—so workers clearly understand their rights and employers understand their responsibilities.
UAE Annual Leave Work Rules: Is It Legal to Ask Employees to Work During Annual Leave?
Employees across the United Arab Emirates regularly face requests to remain reachable, answer emails or handle tasks while officially on
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Dubai Public Safety Law Introduced With Fines Up to Dh2 Million for Violations
Dubai’s ruler has issued Law No. (2) of 2026 — a single, sweeping framework for public safety across the emirate.
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Dubai Announces Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holiday for Public Sector Employees from March 19 to 22
Dubai, 12 March 2026 — Dubai authorities have announced a four-day Eid Al Fitr holiday for government employees, with official
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Can an Employer Stop Salary if an Employee Is Stranded Outside the UAE? What Labour Law Says
Dubai — Employees who find themselves stranded outside the UAE amid travel disruptions or regional tensions do not automatically lose
Private Tutor Permit UAE Rules Clarify Who Can Legally Offer Private Tutoring
The UAE has formalised rules for paid private lessons by introducing a Private Teacher Work Permit, which allows qualified individuals
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UAE Reveals Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha 2026 Holiday Dates for Public and Private Sector Employees
Dubai, March 9, 2026 — The UAE has announced official holiday windows for Eid Al Fitr 1447 AH and published
Job Offer Withdrawn After Resignation in UAE: What Labour Law Says About Employee Rights and Compensation
Employers in the UAE sometimes withdraw offers after candidates resign. A job offer withdrawn in the UAE can leave people
MoHRE Unveils UAE Labour Services AI System, Cutting Work Permit Processing Time By 95%
The United Arab Emirates’s labour ministry said on 9 February 2026 it has delivered major reductions in paperwork, in-person visits
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MOHRE Issues Remote Work Advisory for Private Sector
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has recommended that private-sector employers in the United Arab Emirates implement remote working
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UAE Shuts Down 12 Unlicensed Domestic Worker Recruitment Agencies
The United Arab Emirates ordered the closure of 12 unlicensed domestic worker recruitment agencies operating without licences, the Ministry announced
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Sharjah Declares Eid Al Fitr Holiday 2026 for Public Sector Employees
The Sharjah Eid Al Fitr holiday 2026 for public sector staff has been confirmed: government departments in the emirate will
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Saudi Apprehends 19,101 Illegal Residents in One Week Under Nationwide Inspection Drive
Riyadh — Saudi authorities apprehended 19,101 people during a nationwide enforcement operation from February 12–18, targeting violations of residency, labour
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Teenagers Summer Jobs UAE, Minimum Age and Juvenile Permit Rules
From 15, youngsters can take summer jobs in the UAE — but only under strict rules. Parents and employers must
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Dubai Court Awards Dh57,500 After Employer Withdraws Job Offer
A Dubai civil court has ordered an employer to pay Dh57,500 to a worker after a confirmed job offer was
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Got a UAE visa overstay fine? Here’s who actually pays under the law
Your visit visa expired. HR says, “It’s under process.” Meanwhile, fines are building up every single day. If this sounds
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Dubai Sets 5.5-Hour Ramadan Workday for Public Sector, Remote Work Up to 2 Days
The Human Resources Department has issued an official circular fixing the Dubai Ramadan workday for government employees at 9:00 am–2:30
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Employer Health Insurance Dubai: Court Orders Dh216,096 Payment After Worker’s Uninsured Fall
A Dubai employer has been ordered to pay Dh216,096.76 after a labourer suffered multiple fractures in a workplace fall and
Basic Salary UAE Explained: How It Impacts Gratuity, Leave Pay, Overtime and the 2026 Emirati Minimum Wage
Basic salary UAE is the single most important figure on your contract. It decides statutory pay-outs such as end-of-service gratuity,
UAE Shuts 230 Unlicensed Domestic Worker Recruitment Accounts in Major MoHRE Crackdown
The Ministry has shut 230 unlicensed domestic worker recruitment accounts found advertising placement services without licences — a move that
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Ramadan 2026 Working Hours UAE: Two-Hour Reduction Confirmed for Private Sector, Overtime Rules Apply
Ramadan 2026 working hours UAE will see most private-sector staff on the mainland working two hours less each day. Employers
Fired Before Client Paid? UAE Court Awards Dh344,000 Commission to Ex-Employee
In a labour dispute that adds to a growing body of commission-related rulings, the Al Ain Civil Court has ordered
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UAE Labour Law Notice Period Pay: Does the MOHRE Contract Overrule the Labour Card in 2026?
Dubai — Employers and staff should check their MOHRE-registered contract first when working out the UAE Labour Law notice period
Federal National Council Proposes Mandatory UAE Remote Work for Mothers with Children Under 10
A renewed discussion at the Federal National Council has placed UAE remote work for mothers firmly back on the national
Dh15 Million Fund Announced as Surprise UAE Healthcare Workers Reward by Burjeel Holdings
In a significant recognition initiative, UAE healthcare workers have been awarded a Dh15 million reward fund, marking one of the
UAE raises minimum wage to AED 6,000 for Emiratis in private sector from 2026
The UAE has confirmed a minimum wage increase to AED 6,000 for Emirati nationals working in the private sector, marking
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UAE Public Holidays 2026: Official Dates, Long Weekends & Leave Hacks
DUBAI, UAE — If you felt 2025 flew by too fast, you are not alone. But for residents looking to
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UAE Sets Minimum Wage for Emiratis in Private Sector Starting from 2026
DUBAI — It’s official: the financial baseline for hiring UAE nationals has shifted again. As of January 1, 2026, the
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Job Ending in the UAE? Here’s How Notice Period and Gratuity Apply
DUBAI: Ending a job here is rarely simple. People worry about timelines, final pay, and what they’re actually owed. That’s
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UAE New Year Holiday 2026: Who Gets a Long Weekend — and Who Doesn’t
Dubai: The wait is over for residents planning their New Year break. UAE authorities have confirmed the UAE New Year
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