Typing a part-time work permit

Types the part-time work permit application for submission to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.

Start this request processing: 2 days

How it works

  1. 1

    Documents

    You

  2. 2

    Reviewed by MARIO E.G.S.H AI

    MARIO E.G.S.H AI

  3. 3

    Submitted at Tasheel

    Runner at MOHRE

  4. 4

    Permit issued

    MOHRE

Documents required

  • Clear colour photo of the worker with a white background

    copy
  • Passport copy of the worker

    copyAt least six months' validity
  • Official MOHRE job offer form signed by the employer and the worker

    copy
  • Academic certificate in the worker's name, according to the skill level (levels 1-2 bachelor or higher; 3-4 diploma or higher; 5 high school; none for 6-9)

    in some casescopyattestedOnly if: Skill levels 1-5 only. MOHRE's Arabic page asks for the certificate attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs; a foreign certificate is usually attested in the home country and the UAE embassy first (staff confirm)
  • Professional licence from the competent authority (e.g. health authority for doctors and nurses, education authority for teachers, Ministry of Justice for advocates)

    in some casescopyOnly if: Licensed professions only
  • Copy of the worker's valid UAE residence visa

    copy
  • No-objection letter from the current employer

    in some casesoriginalOnly if: If the worker already works for another employer

Conditions, time and validity

  • The worker must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Licensed or specialised professions must meet the licensing rules of the competent authority.
  • The occupation must match the establishment's licensed activity.
  • The establishment's licence must be valid, with no violation that suspends its file.
  • The application is submitted by the establishment's authorised signatory.
  • The worker must hold a valid residence visa.
  • No quota, bank guarantee or insurance is required.
Processing time
MOHRE: 2 working days once the application is complete.
Validity of the result
One year.
Where it is applied for
MOHRE business service centres (Tasheel / Tawseel), the MOHRE website and the MOHRE app (UAE PASS of the authorised signatory). In Dubai the permit is often processed with the residence visa through the Work Bundle.

Steps at the authority

  1. Get the current employer's NOC (if any) and sign the job offer.
  2. Type and submit the part-time permit request.
  3. Pay AED 50; MOHRE issues the permit within 2 working days.

Tips that save you a trip

  • The part-time permit does not give a residence visa; the worker keeps their existing residence.

Common reasons for rejection or delay

  • No valid residence visa.
  • Missing NOC from the main employer.
  • The occupation does not match the licence activity, or the certificate does not match the skill level.

Questions and answers

I'm on my husband's visa. Can I work part-time?

Yes, if the company applies for a part-time (or family-sponsored) work permit for you; you keep your family residence.

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.

Eligibility

  • How old is the worker?

    This permit needs a worker aged 18 or over. Workers aged 15-18 need a juvenile or student permit; our staff will advise.

  • Does the worker hold a valid UAE residence visa?

    MOHRE's part-time permit requires a valid residence visa. Our staff will advise another route.

Legal basis

Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations (Article 6); Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022 (Executive Regulations, Articles 6-7); Ministerial Resolution No. 46 of 2022 on work permits, job offers and employment contract forms; Cabinet Resolution No. 21 of 2020 on MOHRE service fees and fines, as amended by Cabinet Resolution No. 37 of 2022

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