"UAE Labour Law: Work permit not renewed? The company faces a fine of Dh200 per month", 15 Apr 2022

Dubai: Has your employer delayed the process of renewing your work permit? According to a recent advisory by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), the company has a period of 60 days within which it should renew electronic work permits. Beyond this grace period, the establishment will face a fine of Dh200 per month in addition to the cost of Dh2,000 per work permit.

However, as reported by Gulf News earlier, an establishment will not be considered late in the renewal or application of work permit in certain cases, such as when a worker has been outside the country for more than six months, or his/her residence visa expired while being outside the country...

If you are a small business owner, it is important to note that establishments registered with MOHRE are obliged to follow the rules stipulated in the UAE Labour Law. Failing to do so will make you liable to pay penalties, as per the law.

The penalty listed above - on the late application of work permit renewal - is part of Article 3 of Cabinet Resolution No. 21 of 2020, Concerning Service Fees And Administrative Fines In The Ministry Of Human Resources And Emiratisation.