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
Trade licence copy (to identify the establishment request)
copyTransaction/application number of the establishment opening request
in some casescopyOnly if: If the request was typed elsewhere
Conditions, time and validity
- The opening request must already be submitted and approved for payment; all conditions of the establishment card service apply.
- Processing time
- The whole opening service takes 2 working days per MOHRE; payment itself is immediate.
- Validity of the result
- Payment receipt; the establishment card follows.
- Where it is applied for
- MOHRE website and app (with UAE PASS of the owner or authorised signatory), Tasheel/business service centres and the Tawseel mobile service. The centre types the request at a Tasheel centre or files it online for you.
Steps at the authority
- Retrieve the opening request and review the fees.
- Pay the government fees.
- MOHRE issues the establishment card.
Tips that save you a trip
- Keep the payment receipt; it is needed if the card is delayed.
Common reasons for rejection or delay
- Payment fails if the request was returned for missing documents; complete them first.
Questions and answers
Is this a separate service from opening the establishment?
No. It is the payment part of the same MOHRE service; our price list shows it as a separate line.
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.
Legal basis
Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations and its Executive Regulations (Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022); Cabinet Resolution No. 21 of 2020 on MOHRE service fees and administrative fines
Related services
Establishment fine
Settles fines recorded against your establishment with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation through Tasheel.
Injury and accident register renewal
Renews your establishment's work injury and accident register with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
Receiving a UAE national work permit
Receives and processes a work permit application for a UAE national employee with MOHRE.
Work permit request for a UAE or GCC national
Applies for a work permit for a UAE national or GCC citizen with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.

