1 February 2023. Flexible Working Arrangements In light of Covid-19, many companies introduced alternative working arrangements which were not expressly addressed within the law. The New Law expressly introduces new working arrangements by including provisions for part-time, temporary and flexible ...
Announced on Monday, the Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on regulating labour relations states that teenagers aged 15 and above can work in the country after obtaining a written consent from their guardians and a medical fitness report. Coupled with the government’s earlier a...
This legislation replaces Federal Labour Law No. 8 of 1980 (as amended), which has governed employment relationships in the UAE for the last 41 years. The New Labour Law is groundbreaking in that a lot of the concepts introduced are not common in this area of the world and tha...
Key Aspects of the New UAE Labour LawWilliams, Stephanie
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UAE Labour Law Revisions One of the notable updates is thatJob Offer letters will be legally binding. The Ministry also mandates that the employer ensures that the workers have seen the job offer and have agreed on it in a language that they understand. The new rules will help make employees...
January 25, 2020 0 Comments Gratuity Benefits and its Calculation under UAE Labour Law The term “gratuity” refers to a monetary benefit given by the employer to his employee in the event of retirement, resignation or termination of…
Public holiday dates law The announcement for UAE public holidays 2025 was made last year on the UAE’s official gazette following a review of several federal laws in the constitution. The announcement saw anew resolution, under part two ofUAE Cabinet Resolution No.27of 2024 which meant that if...
It’s not just any card – it’s a must-have by law for everyone living in the UAE, whether you’re a UAE citizen or a resident. You must apply for it and ensure you always have it with you to stay in line with the rules. You can apply for the new Emirates ID card online ...
UAE Work Permit Classification System The first category of the new system includes fishing boats owned by citizens and enterprises, members of the Emiratisation Partners Club, small and medium enterprises that are members of the youth project support institutions which meet the conditions as well as...