UAE; Classification Of Private Sector Establishments

Title UAE; Classification Of Private Sector Establishments
Date of conclusion 14/03//2022
Entry into force Following the date of its issuance.
Text version(s) English
Source Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), Cabinet Resolution
No. 18 of 2022 ; UAE (14 Mar 2022) accessed: 08 March 2023.
Keywords UAE; Laws & Regulations; Policy; Labour

Abstract
The resolution categorises establishments under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Establishments are classified into three categories based on compliance with the law and its regulations, work permits, employment contracts, and the Wage Protection System. In order to be Category 1 establishments must achieve high Emiratization rates or cooperate with Emirati talent programs. Establishments of Category 2 are the only ones that adhere to the skilled manpower policy, while Category 3 establishments are the ones that violate this policy or the provisions of the law.