MOHRE Work Permit Services UAE
Government authorityMOHRE
Estimated timelineApprovals often within days for clean files (not guaranteed)
Every mainland hire starts at MOHRE. Quotas, skill levels, company file status — small details decide whether a work permit sails through or bounces back. We type the permit application, check your company file first, and follow it until approval.
Official source: Always confirm the latest requirements on the official website: MOHRE mohre.gov.ae.
Who needs this service
- Companies hiring from abroad or locally
- Employers transferring an employee from another company
- HR teams renewing existing permits
- Businesses with rejected applications that need fixing
Documents usually required
- Valid trade licence and establishment card
- Employee passport copy and photo
- Attested qualification certificates (role-dependent)
- Signed offer letter
Step-by-step process
- Company file check (licence, quota, signatures)
- Offer letter typing and signing
- Work permit application typing and submission
- Approval follow-up and fee payment
- Handover to the visa stage (entry permit, medical, Emirates ID, contract)
Government authority involved
MOHRE manages work permits for mainland companies. Free zone hiring runs through the free zone authority.
Estimated timeline
Clean applications are often approved within days. Files needing extra review take longer — MOHRE decides.
Common mistakes
- Applying with an expiring trade licence
- Job title that does not match the employee's attested qualification
- Ignoring quota or Emiratisation requirements before applying
Related guides
Pricing note: Service fees are confirmed after reviewing your case. Government fees are separate and paid to the authority.
Frequently asked questions
What is a work permit in the UAE?
It is MOHRE's approval for a company to employ a specific person, and it is the first step of the mainland employment visa process.
What types of work permits exist?
Common types include new permits for hires from abroad or inside the UAE, transfers between companies, part-time permits, and juvenile or student categories under current rules.
Why was our work permit application rejected?
Frequent reasons include company file issues (expired licence, quota limits), mismatched employee data, or missing qualifications for the role. We review the rejection reason and fix the file.
Does the employee need to be outside the UAE?
No. Permits can be processed for candidates inside the UAE with the appropriate status, followed by a status change.
What happens after the permit is approved?
The entry permit/status change follows, then medical, Emirates ID, contract registration, and visa stamping.
Disclaimer: Bab Al Zahiah Typing Center is an independent professional service provider. We are not a government authority. Information on this website is provided for general guidance only and should be verified with the relevant UAE government authority before making decisions. Approval, rejection, timelines, fees, and requirements are controlled by the relevant authority.