Employer of Record UAE
Hire Employees in the UAE Without Setting Up a Company
Hire employees in the United Arab Emirates without establishing a local legal entity through FastLaneRecruit’s Employer of Record UAE (EOR UAE) solution. We act as your legal employer through our UAE entity, allowing you to build teams in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and across the Emirates quickly and compliantly without the cost and complexity of company incorporation.
We manage the full employment lifecycle in line with UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021) and MOHRE regulations, including employment contracts, payroll processing, visa sponsorship, end-of-service gratuity, benefits administration, and statutory compliance.
This enables you to hire in the UAE in days instead of months while avoiding legal risk, payroll complexity, and immigration administration.
No entity setup. No MOHRE complexity. Just fast, compliant hiring in the UAE.
Why Use an Employer of Record in the UAE?
The United Arab Emirates is one of the world’s most attractive business hubs, with strong access to MENA markets, global talent, and tax-efficient employment structures. Cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi are major centres for tech, finance, logistics, and international trade.
However, hiring in the UAE requires strict compliance with MOHRE labour regulations, visa sponsorship rules, payroll reporting via the Wage Protection System (WPS), and mandatory end-of-service benefits.
Setting up a local entity can take several months and requires ongoing administrative, legal, and immigration management before hiring even begins.
With FastLaneRecruit UAE EOR service, you can:
- Hire employees without setting up a UAE company
- Onboard talent in 1–6 weeks
- Stay fully compliant with UAE Labour Law and MOHRE
- Manage payroll, WPS filings, and visa sponsorship seamlessly
- Pay mandatory gratuity and benefits correctly
- Scale your workforce across the UAE and wider GCC region
UAE Employment Law Snapshot
Employment in the UAE is governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021 (UAE Labour Law) and regulated by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE).
Key Employment Regulations in the UAE
| Category | Details |
| Currency | United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) |
| Working Hours | 8 hours/day, 48 hours/week standard |
| Payroll Cycle | Monthly payroll via WPS system |
| Public Holidays | UAE national and Islamic holidays (varies annually) |
| Employment Law | Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021 |
| Labour Authority | MOHRE |
| Work Permit | Mandatory for all foreign employees |
| Probation Period | Up to 6 months |
| Notice Period | 30–90 days depending on contract |
| Annual Leave | 30 days after 1 year of service |
| Sick Leave | Up to 90 days (paid/unpaid structure per law) |
| Maternity Leave | 60 days (45 full pay + 15 half pay) |
| Overtime Pay | 125%–150% depending on hours and timing |
| Termination Rules | Must follow lawful grounds under MOHRE regulations |
Statutory Contributions in the UAE
The UAE does not impose personal income tax. However, employers must comply with mandatory benefits, insurance, and end-of-service obligations.
FastLaneRecruit ensures full calculation, processing, and compliance with all statutory requirements.
| Contribution Type | Employer | Employee |
| End-of-Service Gratuity | Mandatory (21 days/year first 5 years, 30 days thereafter) | Not applicable |
| Health Insurance | Mandatory in most emirates | Often shared or employer-covered |
| Work Permit & Visa Fees | Employer-sponsored | Not applicable |
| UAE Nationals Pension (GPSSA) | Applicable for Emiratis (~12.5% employer) | ~5% employee |
| Income Tax | None | None |
What FastLaneRecruit Handles
We provide end-to-end Employer of Record services in the UAE:
Payroll & Compliance
- Monthly payroll processing in AED via WPS
- Salary structuring and payslip management
- Gratuity calculation and end-of-service settlements
- Statutory compliance with MOHRE
HR & Employment Management
- Locally compliant employment contracts
- Employee onboarding and documentation
- Leave, attendance, and benefits administration
- Offboarding and termination support
Immigration & Regulatory Support
- UAE work permit and visa sponsorship
- Emirates ID processing coordination
- Labour card and residency visa handling
- Ongoing MOHRE compliance updates
EOR vs Setting Up a Company in the UAE
| Feature | Employer of Record (EOR) | Local Entity |
| Time to Hire | 1–2 weeks | 2–4 months+ |
| Setup Cost | None | High incorporation cost |
| Payroll Compliance | Fully managed | Internal responsibility |
| Visa Sponsorship | Included via EOR | Company responsibility |
| MOHRE Registration | Handled by EOR | Required locally |
| HR Administration | Included | Requires HR team |
| Compliance Risk | Reduced | Fully borne by company |
| Scalability | Fast & flexible | Slower expansion |
| Best For | Market entry & hiring | Long-term operations |
Expat Hiring & Work Permit Support in the UAE
Hiring foreign employees in the UAE requires employer-sponsored work permits and residency visas issued under MOHRE and immigration authorities.
FastLaneRecruit’s Employer of Record UAE supports:
- UAE employment visa sponsorship
- Work permit processing and renewals
- Emirates ID coordination
- Medical testing and residency documentation
- Payroll setup for expatriate employees
- Compliance with immigration and labour rules
This ensures your global talent can legally work in the UAE without requiring your own legal entity.
How Much Does Employer of Record Cost in the UAE?
FastLaneRecruit UAE EOR services start from: USD 259 per employee/month.
This includes:
- Employment contract management
- Monthly payroll processing
- Visa and labour compliance support
- Gratuity and statutory calculations
- HR administration support
No setup fees. No hidden incorporation costs. Just predictable monthly pricing. Contact us for a tailored quote and we’ll design the most efficient and compliant setup for your business.
Pricing Starting From (Per Employee)
Includes payroll processing, statutory contribution calculations, payslips, and salary disbursement.
USD 259 per month
How Our Employer of Record Service Works
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Step 1: Select Your Candidate
You select the employee you want to hire in the UAE.
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Step 2: Employment Contract Setup
We issue a compliant UAE employment contract under MOHRE regulations.
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Step 3: Employee Onboarding
The employee is onboarded through our UAE legal entity.
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Step 4: Payroll & Statutory Compliance
We manage payroll, WPS filings, visa sponsorship, and gratuity compliance.
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Step 5: Ongoing HR Support
We handle HR administration, compliance updates, and employee lifecycle management.
Why Choose FastLaneRecruit for EOR in the UAE?
FastLaneRecruit provides end-to-end Employer of Record UAE services powered by local compliance expertise and regional HR capability.
Local UAE Entity Advantage
We employ workers through our established UAE entity, ensuring full legal compliance.
Fully Compliant Hiring
Contracts, payroll, visas, and benefits aligned with UAE Labour Law.
Faster Market Entry
Hire employees in days instead of waiting months for company setup.
GCC Expansion Ready
Scale across UAE and wider Middle East markets with one partner.
Dedicated HR Support
Real human support across onboarding, payroll, and compliance.
Input Assumptions
Cost Breakdown
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Malaysia Statutory Summary
Yes. FastLaneRecruit acts as the legal employer, enabling compliant hiring without incorporation.
Employers must manage end-of-service gratuity, visa costs, and insurance obligations under UAE Labour Law.
We manage WPS-compliant payroll, salary payments, and statutory deductions monthly.
Typically 30–90 days depending on contract terms under MOHRE regulations.
Yes. We manage visas, work permits, payroll, and full immigration compliance.
Ready to Hire in the UAE?
Build your team in the UAE without the complexity of setting up a local entity.
FastLaneRecruit helps you hire, onboard, and manage employees while we handle payroll, visa sponsorship, gratuity, and compliance under UAE Labour Law.
Book a Free Call with Our EOR Specialist