United Arab Emirates: Employee Rights/ Labour Relations

If an employee in the UAE resigns after several years with a company and starts his own business in the same field, the clients he dealt with while employed may follow him to the new business, and the company’s revenue from those clients may fall as a result.

Workplace investigations in the UAE have evolved into a critical component of employment risk management, requiring careful navigation of complex legal frameworks across UAE, DIFC, and ADGM jurisdictions. This article examines how employers can conduct fair, compliant investigations into sensitive matters including harassment, discrimination, and whistleblowing while balancing confidentiality, procedural fairness, and regulatory obligations.

The rules governing salary payment in the UAE private sector have changed. Ministerial Resolution No. 340 of 2026, issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE) and in force from 1 June 2026...

Recruitment in the UAE is governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, which establishes a comprehensive legal framework covering hiring practices, candidate selection, and employer obligations. This detailed analysis examines the principles of good faith recruitment, non-discrimination requirements, prohibition of forced labour, and the strict allocation of recruitment costs to employers, while exploring practical compliance challenges and risk points throughout the hiring process.

Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation has ruled that workplace investigations are not mere procedural formalities but substantive legal requirements under UAE Labour Law.

In this episode of Voices for Change, Rima Hadid, general counsel of Emirates Investment Authority (EIA), talks to A&O Shearman senior manager, Justin Farrance...

In a ruling that could reshape how employers in the UAE manage leave entitlements, the Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation has awarded an employee compensation for 13 years' worth of unused annual leave...

Whether you're a job seeker, employer, or simply interested in the issue of workplace fraud, this video provides valuable information on the serious consequences of degree certificate forgery in the UAE

Q: What are the Requirements to Get Sick Leave for COVID-19 Positive Employees?