Cancellation of an employment contract
Cancels an employee's labour contract with MOHRE via Tasheel on your behalf.
How it works
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Documents
You
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Reviewed by MARIO E.G.S.H AI
MARIO E.G.S.H AI
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Submitted at Tasheel
Runner at MOHRE
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Permit issued
MOHRE
Documents required
MOHRE cancellation form signed by both parties (employer only for an unused permit)
copyEstablishment statement that all the worker's rights and dues have been paid
copyResidence visa details
in some casescopyOnly if: Worker outside the country, or after administrative deportationDeath certificate or 'unfit' medical fitness form
in some casescopyOnly if: Deceased worker, or worker with a contagious disease
Conditions, time and validity
- Any fines for late issue or non-renewal of the permit must be paid (unused permits excluded).
- Worker's signature confirming agreement and receipt of dues, except workers abroad, deceased, with contagious diseases, or administratively cancelled.
- Processing time
- MOHRE: 2 working days.
- Validity of the result
- Final; the worker then has a grace period on the cancelled residence (set by immigration, not MOHRE).
- Where it is applied for
- MOHRE website and app, Tawseel/business service centres.
Steps at the authority
- Settle the worker's final dues (salary, leave, gratuity) and sign the cancellation form.
- Submit cancellation with reason and documents; confirm.
- Work permit cancelled; then cancel the residence visa.
Tips that save you a trip
- Workers: sign only after receiving your final settlement; the employer must pay within 14 days of the contract ending (Article 53).
Common reasons for rejection or delay
- Worker has not signed, or disputes that dues were paid.
- Unpaid fines on the work permit.
Questions and answers
My employer cancelled without paying my gratuity. What can I do?
You can file a labour complaint with MOHRE (call 600590000, website or app). Since 2024, claims can be filed within two years of the end of employment.
Checked by the MARIO E.G.S.H team on 2026-10-08. Rules can change at any time; our consultant confirms the details for your case.
Official sources
Legal basis
Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (Articles 43, 51, 53), as amended by Federal Decree-Law No. 9 of 2024
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