Receiving a labour card transaction

Receives and processes a labour card transaction for your employee with 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

  • Worker's passport copy

    copyAt least six months' validity for a new permit
  • Clear colour photo with white background

    in some casescopyOnly if: For a new permit or new card

Conditions, time and validity

  • The establishment must have a valid licence and MOHRE file without suspending violations.
  • The authorised signatory or registered PRO submits the transaction.
Processing time
Most MOHRE permit transactions: 2 working days after submission.
Validity of the result
Depends on the transaction (work permits are usually two years).
Where it is applied for
MOHRE business service centres (Tasheel), MOHRE website and smart app; the establishment's authorised signatory logs in with UAE PASS. Our centre submits it at Tasheel for you.

Steps at the authority

  1. Send the worker's documents.
  2. The centre enters the transaction in Tasheel and pays.
  3. MOHRE processes it; the receipt/transaction number is shared with you for tracking.

Tips that save you a trip

  • Keep the transaction number: you can track it on MOHRE's inquiry service.

Common reasons for rejection or delay

  • Missing or unclear documents; establishment blocked.

Questions and answers

Is the labour card still a physical card?

MOHRE now issues an electronic work permit that can be printed from its inquiry service; staff confirm if a card is needed.

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 (Labour Relations) and its Executive Regulations (Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022); Cabinet Resolution No. 21 of 2020 (MOHRE service fees and fines)

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