How quickly can I hire employees in UAE?

With e-square's EOR services, you can hire employees in UAE within 48-72 hours. We handle employment contracts, visa processing and payroll setup.

What are the employment costs in UAE?

UAE has no income tax. Employer costs include visa fees, health insurance (mandatory), end of service gratuity and any agreed benefits. Contact us for a detailed cost breakdown.

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Time to Hire

Rapid employee onboarding

Income Tax

No personal income tax in UAE

Compliance

Full UAE labor law compliance

Emirates Covered

All UAE regions supported

Our Services in UAE

Comprehensive HR solutions for businesses expanding to the Emirates

Employer of Record (EOR) UAE

Hire employees in UAE without establishing a local entity. We handle employment contracts, visa processing, payroll and statutory compliance while you maintain full operational control.

Employment contract management
Visa and Emirates ID processing
WPS-compliant payroll
End of service gratuity management

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Payroll Services UAE

WPS-compliant payroll processing for your UAE workforce. We manage salary calculations, deductions, gratuity accruals and ensure timely payments through approved channels.

WPS (Wage Protection System) compliance
Multi-currency salary processing
Gratuity and leave calculations
Payslip generation and reporting

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Recruitment Services UAE

Find top talent in Dubai and across the UAE. Our recruitment team sources, screens and presents qualified candidates tailored to your requirements.

Executive and specialist recruitment
Technical and IT hiring
Volume recruitment solutions
Contract and permanent placements

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HR Outsourcing UAE

Complete HR administration and support for your UAE operations. From onboarding to offboarding, we manage the entire employee lifecycle.

HR policy development
Employee relations management
Performance management support
Compliance and audit support

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UAE Employment Essentials

Key information for hiring employees in the United Arab Emirates

Working Hours

Standard working hours are 8 hours/day, 48 hours/week. During Ramadan, working hours are reduced by 2 hours daily for Muslim employees.

Annual Leave

Employees are entitled to 30 calendar days of annual leave after one year of service. Unused leave can be carried forward or paid out.

End of Service

Gratuity is calculated at 21 days basic salary for each of the first 5 years and 30 days for each subsequent year.

Health Insurance

Health insurance is mandatory for all employees in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Employers must provide compliant coverage.

Notice Period

Minimum 30 days notice is required during probation. After probation, notice period follows contract terms (typically 30-90 days).

Visa Requirements

Employment visa requires medical fitness, Emirates ID, and labor card. Processing typically takes 2-3 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about hiring in UAE

With e-square's EOR services, you can hire employees in UAE within 48-72 hours for candidates who already have valid UAE residency. For new visa processing, the timeline is typically 2-3 weeks.

No. Our Employer of Record (EOR) service allows you to hire employees in UAE without establishing a local entity. We act as the legal employer on your behalf while you maintain full operational control of your team.

UAE has no personal income tax. Employer costs include visa fees (AED 5,000-10,000), mandatory health insurance (AED 500-3,000/year), end of service gratuity provisions, and any agreed benefits. Contact us for a detailed cost breakdown based on your requirements.

Yes, we handle complete visa processing including employment visas, residence permits, Emirates ID, labor cards and all related documentation. We also manage visa renewals and cancellations.

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