Plan Your Future Abroad — Explore Now! SCHOLARSHIPS WORK-VISA STUDY-VISA
Plan Your Future Abroad — Explore Now! SCHOLARSHIPS WORK-VISA STUDY-VISA
MoHRE issues 12 types of work permits, which allow establishments registered with MoHRE to recruit employees, depending on the nature of the job. Read about the process for applying for, renewing and cancelling work permits.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) |
| Number of Permit Types | 13 types |
| Validity Period | Usually 2 years for most permits |
| Types of Work Permits | 1. Recruit worker from outside UAE 2. Transfer non-UAE worker between establishments 3. Resident under family sponsorship 4. Temporary work permit 5. Mission work permit 6. Part-time work permit 7. Juvenile work permit (ages 15–18) 8. Student training or employment permit 9. UAE or GCC national work permit 10. Golden Visa holder work permit 11. National trainee work permit 12. Freelance work permit 13. Private teacher work permit |
| Conditions for Issuance | • Applicant must be at least 18 years old (except juvenile/student permits) • Occupation must match the company’s business activity • Company must hold a valid trade license • Profession-specific approvals or licenses may be required • Only authorized company representatives can apply |
| Renewal and Cancellation | • Renewal follows the same rules as issuance • Must provide all required documents and pay applicable fees • To cancel: submit request through official channels, ensure all dues are cleared, and confirm employee has received all entitlements |
| Fees | Between AED 250 and AED 3,450 depending on company classification (A, B, or C) |
| Reasons for Suspension of New Permits | • Unpaid fines or unresolved violations • Non-compliance with labor accommodation rules • Human trafficking or worker rights violations • Misuse of MoHRE systems or fraudulent applications |
| Simplified Process Platform | “The Work Bundle” combines multiple government services such as work permit issuance, renewal, visa processing, and medical exam steps to make applications faster and easier |
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