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Services

  • Service Type

    Procedural

  • Service Channels

Modification of Work Permits / Employment Contracts

  • FAQ

  • Service Description

    Establishments wishing to modify the details of employees' work permits or employment contracts may utilize this service.

  • Target Audience

    Employers

  • Service Procedures

    1. Log in with the username and password or use UAE Pass.
    2. Submit an application through one of the service delivery channels.
    3. Federal Fees must be paid at the time of application.
    4. The application will be referred electronically to the Ministry for verification of compliance with the requirements and documents.
    5. Shortfalls will be reported to the establishment for completion
    6. After completion of all requirements and documents, modification of the work permit or the employment contract will be approved.
    7. The contract will be approved electronically if the amendment request is approved
  • Required Documents

    1. Employment contract approved by the Ministry, signed by both the employer and employee
    2. Academic Certificates: A clear certificate bearing the name of the employee, Skill levels (1 & 2) Bachelor Degree or higher is required. Skill Levels (3 & 4) Diploma graduate or higher is required. Skill Level (5) High School Certificate is required. There is no requirement for a certificate for skill levels 6 to 9. Workers who earn less than AED 4000 per month or who do not possess a degree are not considered skilled.
    3. Professional license issued by the competent authority, example: doctor, nurse, etc. (professional license issued by the Ministry of Health - Department of Health)/ Teacher, teacher assistant (Ministry of Education - Knowledge Authority(Dubai)- Abu Dhabi Education Council- Sharjah Education Council) Fitness Trainer (Youth and Sports Authority)/ Advocate (Ministry of Justice).
  • Terms And Conditions

    • An employee in a specialized profession or any other profession that requires a license must meet the requirements stipulated in the applicable legislation.
    • In the event of an occupation change, the new occupation must be consistent with the establishment's activity
    • The establishment must maintain a valid license without any registered violations, resulting in suspension of its operations in accordance with applicable laws.
    • Modification application must be submitted by the establishment's authorized signatory.
  • Timing

  • Payment

    • Business Centers commission is capped at 72 dirhams
    • Federal Fees: 50 dirhams

    Except for federal charges, the service is free of charge via MOHRE's website and smart app.

    *Please note that the fees shown above do not include tax and collection charges.

  • Relation of service with other service

    Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security

  • Notes:

    The customer will be notified once the request has been completed. Applicants can follow up on their applications by visiting:

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