{"id":51631,"date":"2023-03-13T19:29:04","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T15:29:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/?p=51631"},"modified":"2024-09-26T18:11:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-26T14:11:54","slug":"uae-work-permit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/uae-work-permit\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get a UAE Work Permit Number"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_499922989-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"UAE work permit\" class=\"wp-image-51289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_499922989-1-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_499922989-1-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_499922989-1-1-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><p style=\"font-size:18px\">All those wishing to work in the UAE must have a work permit (i.e. labour card) to work legally in the country. This includes nationals, residents, and expatriates.&nbsp;<\/p><p style=\"font-size:18px\">This article will break down all you need to know about the application process and key things you should be aware of as an employee or employer with regard to work permits.<\/p><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"#1\">Types of Work Permits in the UAE<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#2\">How to get a Work Permit<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#3\">Documents Needed<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#6\">UAE Work Permit Cost<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#4\">How to check UAE Work Permit application status<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#5\">Conditions for issuing a UAE Work Permit<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#7\">Cancelling a Work Permit in the UAE<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><a href=\"#8\">FAQs<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><span style=\"color:#5745a0\" class=\"tadv-color\">1. <strong>What Are the Types of Work Permits in the UAE?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><p style=\"font-size:18px\">MoHRE (The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiritisation) offers <strong>12<\/strong> different types of work permits that are available to different business owners according to the nature and type of work.&nbsp;<\/p><p style=\"font-size:23px\"><strong>Here are the different types of work permits:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><ol style=\"background-color:#f8d3d2;font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li><strong><em>Foreign worker permit:<\/em><\/strong> to hire an employee outside of the UAE<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Transfer work permit:<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp; to move a foreign employee from one employer to another<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Temporary work permit:<\/em> <\/strong>to employ someone in the UAE to work on a project for a set amount of time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>One-mission work permit:<\/em><\/strong><em> <\/em>to hire a foreign worker to finish a short-term task or assignment for a set amount of time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Juvenile work permit:<\/em><\/strong> to hire a minor between the ages of 15 and 18<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Student training work permit<\/em><\/strong><em>: <\/em>to hire an existing student in the UAE who is 15 years old<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>National apprentice permit:<\/em> <\/strong>to train an Emirati<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Freelance work permit<\/em>:<\/strong> for foreigners in the UAE who are self-employed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work permit for a citizen sponsored by their relatives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Part-time work permit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Permit to hire an Emirati or a GCC citizen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Golden Visa work permit<\/li>\n<\/ol><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size is-style-outline has-medium-font-size is-style-outline--11e9ea5f124f754aa53a46ec440186a6\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/working-in-uae\/\" style=\"border-radius:8px;background-color:#ea3934\" target=\"_blank\">New to working in Dubai? Here&rsquo;s all you need to know<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><span style=\"color:#5745a0\" class=\"tadv-color\">2. How Can You Get a Work Permit in the UAE?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p style=\"font-size:18px\">The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiritisation (MoHRE) is responsible for issuing work permits. Furthermore, applying for a work permit and all related costs are the employer&rsquo;s responsibility.&nbsp;<\/p><p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>If you are an employer and are unfamiliar with the procedure, here is the process to apply for a work permit in the Emirates on behalf of an employee:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><ul style=\"background-color:#d4d2e1;font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li>Use UAE Pass or your username and password to log in. (Only for smart and online platforms)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send in an application using one of the methods for service fulfilment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The application will be sent to the Ministry for review along with supporting documentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any issues will be brought to your attention for resolution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The work permit will be granted once all criteria and paperwork have been satisfied<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the ministry approves the work permit, you must pay the associated fees.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>If you are about to move to the UAE for a new job, we have simplified the process of receiving your work permit into four steps:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><ol style=\"background-color:#f8d3d2;font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li>After the employer and employee sign the formal offer letter, the employer can apply for the work pemit on behalf of the employee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MoHRE then grants a Pre-Approval Work Permit and issues the Employment Entry Visa, which allows the employee to travel to the UAE.&nbsp;It is valid for <strong>60<\/strong> days, during which the employee must complete all other formalities.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Within <strong>14<\/strong> days of the employee&rsquo;s arrival to the UAE, the employer must submit the employment contract to MoHRE and apply for the employee&rsquo;s Residence Visa and a health check. This allows the employee to receive their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/visa-status-check-uae\/\" target=\"_blank\">Emirates ID card<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the medical screening and receiving the Emirates ID Card, which includes details of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/how-to-get-residence-visa-in-uae\/\" target=\"_blank\">residence visa<\/a>, the work permit can be formalised.<\/li>\n<\/ol><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/blog\/mohre-labour-contract\/\" style=\"border-radius:8px;background-color:#ea3934\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Click here to learn more about the MoHRE Labour Contract<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_297531665-1.jpg\" alt=\"work permit status uae\" class=\"wp-image-51290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_297531665-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_297531665-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_297531665-1-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><span style=\"color:#5745a0\" class=\"tadv-color\">3. What Are the Needed Documents to Issue a UAE Work Permit?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p style=\"font-size:21px\"><strong><span style=\"color:#ea3934\" class=\"tadv-color\">Here are the documents required to issue a new UAE work permit:&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ol style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>coloured picture<\/strong> with a white backdrop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>photocopy of a passport<\/strong> valid for at least <strong>6<\/strong> months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The ministry&rsquo;s formal employment offer form<\/strong>, signed by both the employer and the employee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>academic documentation<\/strong> required is based on the profession&rsquo;s skill level:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Skill levels 1 and 2: A bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher is needed&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skill levels 3 and 4: A high school diploma is needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skill levels 6 to 9: No certificate needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Workers who earn less than <strong>AED 4000<\/strong>\/month or who do not have a degree are not considered skilled.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Professional license<\/strong> issued by the competent UAE authority. For example, doctors and nurses need a professional license from the Ministry of Health (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/dha-license\/\" target=\"_blank\">DHA<\/a> in Dubai and HAAD in Abu Dhabi).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nationals from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Iran must provide a readable and clear <strong>photocopy of both sides of their current national ID<\/strong> issued by their home nations.<\/li>\n<\/ol><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/blog\/highest-paid-jobs-in-the-uae\/\" style=\"border-radius:8px;background-color:#ea3934\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Read more: Highest paid jobs in the UAE<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#5745a0\">4. How Much Does a UAE Work Permit Cost?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p style=\"font-size:18px\">The cost of a work permit in the UAE ranges from <strong>AED<\/strong> <strong>250<\/strong> to <strong>AED 3,450<\/strong>, depending on the work permit type and the company&rsquo;s classification.&nbsp;<\/p><p style=\"font-size:18px\">In addition, MoHRE established a 3-tier classification system to categorise companies in the UAE. This classification is based on how well companies adhere to the new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/blog\/uae-labour-law\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>UAE labour laws<\/strong><\/a>, with tier 1 being the most compliant and tier 3 being the least.<\/p><p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>For residence permit holders, here is the cost of issuing the different types of work permits:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Type of Work Permit<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cost in AED<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Event Work Permit<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Part-Time Work Permit<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Temporary Work Permit<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Training permit<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Worker test permit<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Work permit for residence holders<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A worker permit for holders of residency or self-employment for a period of two years<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>250<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>For those without a UAE residence and need a work permit to travel to the Emirates or wish to renew the permit, the cost is as follows in AED:<\/strong><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th>Type of Work Permit<\/th><th>Category 1<\/th><th>Category 2<\/th><th>Category 3<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Work Permit<\/td><td>50<\/td><td><meta charset=\"utf-8\">50<\/td><td><meta charset=\"utf-8\">50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Work permit for two years<\/td><td>250<\/td><td>1,200<\/td><td>3,450<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Work assignment work permit<\/td><td>250<\/td><td>250<\/td><td>250<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Renewal of a work permit for two years<\/td><td>250<\/td><td>1,200<\/td><td>3,450<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Amendment of the employment contract<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Permit to transfer a worker from one facility to another<\/td><td><meta charset=\"utf-8\">50<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#5745a0\">5. How Can an Employer Check the UAE Work Permit Application Status?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p style=\"font-size:18px\">Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/inquiry.mohre.gov.ae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MoHRE Inquiry website<\/a>, select the &ldquo;Application Status&rdquo; service and enter the application number.&nbsp;<\/p><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#5745a0\">6. What Are the Conditions for Issuing a UAE Work Permit?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p style=\"font-size:18px\">To receive the initial approval of the work permit in the UAE, the employer and employee must satisfy some essential criteria:&nbsp;<\/p><ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The employee must be older than 18 years of age (unless the work permit is for a juvenile, training, or student employment)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The profession of the employee must be in line with the activity of the employer&rsquo;s establishment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The establishment&rsquo;s trade license must be valid with no violations on it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The employee must meet the requirements specified in the regulations for specialised professions or positions requiring a license to practice the profession<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The work permit application should be submitted by the legally authorised signatory on behalf of the employer.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p style=\"font-size:18px\">Additionally, the MoHRE may not issue, renew, or revoke work permits if the employer:<\/p><ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Presents false documentation&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is fraudulent or fails to carry out their registered activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Violates the &lsquo;Wages Protection System&rsquo; or any other system that governs the domestic labour market.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_2091750298-1.jpg\" alt=\"types of work permit in uae\" class=\"wp-image-51291\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_2091750298-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_2091750298-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_2091750298-1-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><span style=\"color:#5745a0\" class=\"tadv-color\">7. <strong>How Can an Employer Cancel a Work Permit in the UAE?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><p style=\"font-size:18px\">The process of cancelling a work permit includes some basic steps that the employer must follow to ensure the completion of the cancellation, which are:<\/p><ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply a cancellation request for the work permit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the necessary information and data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay any fines associated with delaying the work permit&rsquo;s issuance or its non-renewal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit their acknowledgement that they have paid the employee all their dues.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p style=\"font-size:18px\">Please note that when cancelling a work permit, the worker&rsquo;s signature must be on the permit cancellation form.<\/p><div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_661183432.jpg\" alt=\"&#1578;&#1589;&#1585;&#1610;&#1581; &#1593;&#1605;&#1604; &#1604;&#1604;&#1587;&#1593;&#1608;&#1583;&#1610;&#1610;&#1606; &#1601;&#1610; &#1575;&#1604;&#1573;&#1605;&#1575;&#1585;&#1575;&#1578;\" class=\"wp-image-51293\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_661183432.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_661183432-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/shutterstock_661183432-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><span style=\"color:#ea3934\" class=\"tadv-color\">FAQs<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1705419943802\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><strong>1. What is a Work Permit Number in the UAE?<\/strong><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\">A work permit number is a unique identifier that is assigned to every employee in the UAE by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) or the free zone authority. Besides, It is also known as a labour card number and it is printed on your labour card. You may need this number for various purposes, such as filing a salary complaint, applying for visa services, or verifying your employment status.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1705419956961\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><strong>2. How Can I Check my Labour Card Number<\/strong>?<br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\">There are several ways you can find your work permit number. Firstly, check your labour card, which is a plastic card with your photo, name, nationality, occupation and work permit number on it. <br><br><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Another option is to check your labour card number through the MoHRE&rsquo;s app through the following steps:&nbsp;<br><br><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><\/p><li>Download the MoHRE mobile app&nbsp;<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Use your UAE Pass to log in<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Navigate to the &lsquo;Labour Card Information&rsquo; section<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>View or download your digital labour card, which includes your card number.<\/li> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1705420000495\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><strong>3. Can I Work Without a Work Permit in UAE?<\/strong><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\">According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/uae-labour-law\/\" target=\"_blank\">UAE Labour Law<\/a>, it is illegal to work in the UAE without a valid work permit issued by MoHRE. It is a serious issue and shouldn&rsquo;t be taken lightly because if you work without a work permit, you risk deportation or being banned by the state.&nbsp;<br><br><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Furthermore, without the proper paperwork to prove your employment, you cannot claim your rights as an employee.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1705420025075\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><strong>4. How can I check my MoHRE Work Permit Status?<\/strong><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\">To check your MoHRE status, follow the following steps:<br><br><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><\/p><li>&nbsp;Visit the official <a href=\"https:\/\/inquiry.mohre.gov.ae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ministry of Human Resources &amp; Emiratisation (MoHRE) website<\/a><\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Select the service &ldquo;Pre Approval For Work Permit Information Status for MOI Service&rdquo;<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Enter your &ldquo;permit number&rdquo;&nbsp; or &ldquo;transaction number&rdquo;<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Click &ldquo;search&rdquo;&nbsp;<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>You will then be directed to information about your work permit status<\/li> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1705420110639\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><strong>5.  Do I Need a Work Permit If I have a Golden Visa in the UAE?<\/strong><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Yes, even if you have a Golden Visa, you still need a work permit to work in the UAE, as this is a necessary requirement for all workers in the UAE.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1705420149190\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><strong>6. How Long Is the Validity of a UAE Work Permit?<\/strong><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\">In the UAE, a work permit initially has a 30-day validity which can be extended for another 30 days, providing a total of 60 days. During this period, you and your employer are required to arrange for a Residence Visa, an Emirates ID, and a Labour Card, which are essential for your employment and stay in the country.<br><br>After which work permit it will be valid for up to <strong>2 years<\/strong>, and can be renewed.&nbsp;<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1705420233053\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><strong>7. How Long Does it Take to Process the UAE Work Permit?<\/strong><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\">The average processing time for a UAE work permit is from <strong>5<\/strong> to <strong>7<\/strong> days after the employment contract has been signed and submitted, along with the other required paperwork.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1705420359942\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">8. How can I find my UAE work permit number?<br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Your UAE work permit number can be located through a couple of methods. One efficient way is by using the MoHRE app, where after signing in with your UAE pass, you&rsquo;ll be able to access your labor card details and even utilize the digital version of the card.<br>Another option is to visit a Tas&rsquo;heel service center, where you can ask for your labor card information directly.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706800551816\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">9. How to Download Your UAE Labour Card?<br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Accessing your UAE Labour Card digitally is easy and efficient. Follow these steps:<br><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><\/p><li>Head to the MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation) official website.<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Navigate to the &lsquo;Services&rsquo; section.<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Select &lsquo;New Enquiry Services&rsquo; from the available options.<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Input your UAE labour card number in the &lsquo;Work Permit No&rsquo; field, then click &lsquo;Search&rsquo;.<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>You&rsquo;ll find an option to &lsquo;Print Electronic Work Permit&rsquo;. Click on it.<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><li>Finally, hit the &lsquo;Print&rsquo; button to download or print your labour card directly.<\/li><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Remember, the UAE now embraces a digital approach, making physical labour cards a thing of the past. This system streamlines the process, making it convenient for users to access their cards online.<br> <\/div> <\/div><p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Now that you have all the key information on UAE work permits, be sure to check out Property Finder&rsquo;s guide for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/mohre-labour-contract\/\" target=\"_blank\">employment contracts<\/a> before you start any new job here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>All those wishing to work in the UAE must have a work permit (i.e. labour card) to work legally in the country. This includes nationals, residents, and expatriates.&nbsp; This article will break down all you need to know about the application process and key things you should be aware of as an employee or employer&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":30203,"featured_media":51634,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_eb_attr":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[513],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-51631","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-laws-en"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v21.0 (Yoast SEO v22.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to Get a Work Permit in the UAE | Work Permit Number In UAE<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Here&#039;s all you need to know about the UAE work permit. 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Firstly, check your labour card, which is a plastic card with your photo, name, nationality, occupation and work permit number on it. <br\/><br\/>Another option is to check your labour card number through the MoHRE\u2019s app through the following steps:\u00a0<br\/><br\/><li>Download the MoHRE mobile app\u00a0<\/li><li>Use your UAE Pass to log in<\/li><li>Navigate to the 'Labour Card Information' section<\/li><li>View or download your digital labour card, which includes your card number.<\/li>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/uae-work-permit\/#faq-question-1705420000495","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/uae-work-permit\/#faq-question-1705420000495","name":"3. 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