The UAE remains one of the top destinations for those seeking a successful career and a stable status abroad. To accommodate various job requirements—including full-time jobs, part-time roles, freelance work, and student training—the UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has introduced 13 different types of work permits. These options aim to increase flexibility in the labor market and establish a structured framework for employment. Here’s a detailed look at each of these 13 work permit options:
1. Standard Work Permit
This permit allows UAE-based companies to recruit employees from outside the country. Employers are responsible for obtaining the employee’s visa, work permit, and residency documents.
2. Transfer Work Permit
This permit enables expatriate workers to switch jobs within the UAE without having to leave the country.
3. Work Permit for Residents Sponsored by Family
Individuals on a family visa can work in the UAE without needing a visa sponsorship from an employer.
4. Temporary Work Permit
This permit is issued for short-term contracts lasting up to six months.
5. Part-Time Work Permit
Allows individuals to work for multiple employers, provided they work at least 20 hours per week.
6. Juvenile Work Permit
Issued to teenagers aged 15 to 18 under specific working conditions and hours to ensure their safety.
7. Student Training and Employment Permit
Allows students aged 15 and above to gain work experience through training programs in the private sector.
8. UAE and GCC National Work Permit
Available to UAE and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nationals to facilitate employment.
9. Freelance Permit
Allows individuals to work independently without being tied to a specific employer.
10. Private Teacher Work Permit
Allows qualified professionals to offer private tuition legally in the UAE.
🔴 Fines for Non-Compliance
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has warned that employers who fail to provide the correct work permit to employees may face fines ranging from AED 50,000 to AED 200,000. MOHRE advises both employers and employees to ensure they are complying with UAE labor laws.
