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Typing an initial approval notice request for a temporary permit

Types the request for an initial approval notice for a temporary work permit with MOHRE.

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

  • Current employer's approval of the temporary work permit (electronic form)

    copy

  • Court document confirming a labour case (only if the worker has a pending labour case)

    in some casesoriginalOnly if: Worker whose labour complaint was referred to court; then the current employer's approval is not needed

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 current employer must approve the temporary permit electronically (except workers whose labour case is in court; then both permits are cancelled after 6 months).
  • Granted only once, with the option to re-apply when it expires; no quota, bank guarantee or insurance needed.
Processing time
MOHRE: 2 working days once the application is complete.
Validity of the result
Six months.
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 electronic approval.
  2. Type the temporary permit request and attach documents.
  3. Pay AED 50; MOHRE issues the permit within 2 working days.

Tips that save you a trip

  • Ask the current employer to approve on the MOHRE system before you come; the centre cannot submit without it.

Common reasons for rejection or delay

  • Current employer did not approve.
  • A temporary permit was already granted and is still valid.
  • The occupation does not match the licence activity, or the certificate does not match the skill level.

Questions and answers

Does the worker leave the current employer?

No. The worker keeps the main permit and works temporarily for the other establishment, then returns (u.ae).

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.

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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