Labour Card UAE
Labour Card UAE support from Al Hadaf Al Masi helps UAE residents, employers and businesses understand the correct official route, required documents, current fees and next steps. We review the case before submission so the application is prepared for the correct authority.
Labour Card UAE – Overview
Labour Card UAE is a widely used search term for the employee’s official labour/work record under the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). Under the current private-sector employment process, the legal authorisation to work is the MOHRE work permit, supported by the registered employment contract. The labour-card/work record is therefore connected to the work-permit process rather than being a completely separate permission to work.
Quick Service Information
| Information | Details |
| Service | Labour Card / Employee Labour Record Support |
| Authority | MOHRE |
| Legal Work Authorisation | Valid MOHRE work permit |
| Related Record | Registered employment contract |
| Work Permit Validity | Normally linked to permit/contract type; many standard permits are 2 years |
| Government Fee | Depends on work-permit type and establishment classification |
| Al Hadaf Service Fee | Quote case by case |
Government fees, service channels and processing times can change. Recheck the official service card immediately before submission.
Documents / Information Required
- Passport copy valid for at least 6 months
- Recent colour photo with white background
- Official MOHRE job offer signed by employer and employee
- Academic certificate for applicable skilled occupations
- Professional licence for regulated professions, where required
- Employer establishment / licence records
- National ID copy for specified nationalities where MOHRE requires it
Government / Service Fees
| Fee Item | Current Official Position |
| Separate universal labour-card fee | No single standalone fee should be quoted separately from the applicable MOHRE permit process |
| Issue / renew work permit | UAE Government guidance currently states approximately AED 250–3,450 depending on company classification / permit circumstances |
| Service-centre / channel fee | May apply depending on channel |
| Al Hadaf professional fee | Quote case by case |
Processing Time
Current MOHRE service cards commonly list around 1–2 working days for straightforward work-permit processing when requirements are complete, depending on the permit type. The full employee onboarding timeline is longer because the labour/work record is connected with the contract, residence, medical, insurance and Emirates ID process.
How the Process Works
- Confirm the company has a valid MOHRE establishment file and can employ the worker.
- Issue and sign the official job offer.
- Apply for the correct MOHRE work permit.
- Register/issue the employment contract as required.
- Complete the remaining employee onboarding and residence steps.
- Verify the employee’s MOHRE labour/work record after completion.
How Al Hadaf Al Masi Can Help
- Initial eligibility / document review
- Profile-specific checklist
- Coordination with the correct UAE authority or accredited provider
- Application and document preparation support
- Fee and processing-time recheck before submission
- Follow-up through completion
Why Choose Al Hadaf Al Masi?
- UAE experience since 2008
- Dubai/UAE-focused administrative support
- Case-specific guidance
- Clear separation of government, provider and professional fees
- No government-approval guarantees
Important Disclaimer
Al Hadaf Al Masi provides independent professional assistance. Final acceptance, official fees, service timing and document recognition are determined by the relevant UAE authority or accredited provider.
Need Help With This Service?
Send us the document or employee details and the purpose of the transaction. Al Hadaf Al Masi can review the case and provide a tailored checklist and current next-step guidance.
