EOR in United Arab Emirates
Employer of Record in United Arab Emirates
- Hire UAE talent across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other emirates without entity setup
- Manage payroll, WPS compliance, visa processing, and employment permits seamlessly
- Eliminate permanent establishment risks and ensure UAE labor law compliance
- Fast-track onboarding with compliant employment contracts and work permits
- Enter the UAE market efficiently with transparent, cost-effective pricing
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Currency
United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED)
Capital
Abu Dhabi
Official Language
Arabic (English widely used in business)
Payroll Cycle
Monthly
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Why Choose Asanify's Employer of Record in United Arab Emirates
Asanify is ranked #1 across multiple categories on G2, providing best-in-class EOR services for companies expanding into the United Arab Emirates. Our comprehensive UAE EOR solution enables you to hire talent across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other emirates, manage complex visa sponsorship and labor compliance, and navigate UAE employment regulations—all without establishing a local entity or free zone company.
Streamlined Visa and Work Permit Processing
Navigate UAE visa sponsorship complexities with ease. Asanify handles employment visa applications, Emirates ID registration, labor card processing, and work permit approvals across all emirates, ensuring your employees can legally work in the UAE without delays.
WPS-Compliant Payroll Management
We manage UAE-compliant payroll through the Wage Protection System (WPS), ensuring timely salary transfers, accurate end-of-service gratuity calculations, and full compliance with Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) requirements across all emirates.
Complete UAE Labor Law Compliance
Stay compliant with UAE Federal Labor Law, emirate-specific regulations, and free zone employment requirements. Our experts manage employment contracts, working hours, leave entitlements, Emiratisation quotas, and termination procedures to ensure full legal compliance.
Comprehensive Benefits and Insurance
Provide competitive benefits packages including mandatory health insurance, life insurance, air ticket allowances, and end-of-service gratuity. We handle all benefit administration, insurance enrollment, and ongoing compliance with UAE benefit regulations.
How Asanify's Employer of Record in United Arab Emirates Works
Expanding into the UAE market through Asanify’s EOR service eliminates the complexity of entity formation, free zone licensing, and visa sponsorship. Our platform manages every aspect of UAE employment from initial hiring through exit procedures.
- No Entity Required: Begin hiring across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other emirates immediately without establishing a mainland company or free zone entity
- Full Visa Sponsorship: We sponsor employment visas, residence permits, and Emirates IDs as the legal employer, handling all immigration requirements
- Multi-Emirate Coverage: Hire employees across all UAE emirates with consistent compliance and administration, whether in free zones or mainland jurisdictions
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Employment Compliance in United Arab Emirates
The UAE operates under Federal Labor Law with additional regulations at the emirate and free zone levels. Asanify ensures full compliance with MoHRE requirements, WPS payroll regulations, mandatory benefits, visa sponsorship obligations, and Emiratisation policies. Our expertise covers mainland and free zone employment across all emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and others.
- WPS-compliant payroll with accurate salary transfers and gratuity calculations
- Complete visa sponsorship including employment visas, labor cards, and Emirates ID
- Mandatory benefits administration including health insurance and leave entitlements
What our happy customers say
Asanify's, should be the number 1 choice for companies looking to pay their overseas employees and contractors. I have a team of 40 people in India and not for a single month have i experienced any delays in the payment process.
In my business, things happen fast, and requirement for new employees is sudden. In such a situation a trusted partner like Asanify comes in handy as I know I can quickly ramp with onboarding and employee formalities diligently taken care of.
As a global company, we go through M&As in countries where we do not have presence. In India, we quickly onboarded ~30 employees as part of a takeover. With Asanify's turnaround time the overall change was managed brilliantly.
Asanify’s expertise when it comes to Local Compliances is something I have benefitted extensively from. Whether its Employee-Contractor classification, or the local laws for employee benefits and working hours - I trust the guidance provided.
Apart from using EOR services, I find a lot of value in the fully automated Asanify HRMS. For me, it makes it absolutely comfortable that I can access all my HR inforation anytime, anywhere and on any platform - Slack, Whatsapp etc.
My employees are in India, while I am based in Dubai and the co. in the US. Managing time zones is a huge challenge for us. Working with global partners like Asanify ensures that all my payments, and query resolutions are done in time.
It is paramount that my employees are well taken care of. Asanify goes above and beyond In terms of employee benefits, salary structuring to make it more tax friendly and constant guidance. For over a year with Asanify’s EOR, I have had no reason to feel disappointed.
Employer of Record FAQs in United Arab Emirates
What is an Employer of Record in the United Arab Emirates?
An Employer of Record (EOR) in the UAE is a licensed entity that becomes the legal employer of your UAE-based workers, handling visa sponsorship, employment contracts, WPS-compliant payroll, labor card processing, and all compliance obligations. This enables your company to hire employees across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other emirates without establishing a mainland company or free zone entity.
Can I hire employees in Dubai without setting up a company?
Yes, Asanify’s EOR service allows you to hire employees in Dubai and across all UAE emirates without establishing a local entity, obtaining a trade license, or setting up a free zone company. We act as the legal employer and visa sponsor, managing all employment obligations while your team works under your operational direction.
How does visa sponsorship work with an EOR in the UAE?
As your EOR, Asanify sponsors employment visas for your UAE employees, handling the entire process from initial visa application through labor card issuance and Emirates ID registration. We manage visa renewals, dependant sponsorships (where applicable), and all immigration compliance requirements with UAE authorities including MoHRE and General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA).
What is the Wage Protection System (WPS) in the UAE?
The Wage Protection System is a UAE government initiative ensuring timely and full salary payments to employees through regulated bank transfers. Asanify processes all payroll through WPS-approved channels, maintaining full compliance with MoHRE requirements. This includes proper salary registration, timely transfers, and accurate reporting to prevent labor violations.
What benefits are mandatory for employees in the UAE?
Mandatory UAE benefits include comprehensive health insurance, annual air ticket allowance (or cash equivalent), end-of-service gratuity based on years of service, paid annual leave (30 days after one year), sick leave entitlements, and public holiday observance. Asanify manages all statutory benefits and can administer additional voluntary benefits to attract top talent.
How is end-of-service gratuity calculated in the UAE?
UAE gratuity is calculated based on length of service and final basic salary: 21 days of salary per year for the first five years, and 30 days per year thereafter. Calculation methods differ for unlimited and limited-term contracts. Asanify accurately calculates, accrues, and pays gratuity in compliance with UAE Labor Law, ensuring employees receive correct entitlements upon contract termination.
Can I hire employees in UAE free zones through an EOR?
Yes, Asanify’s EOR service covers employment in UAE free zones including Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), Dubai Internet City, Abu Dhabi Global Market, and others. We navigate the specific employment regulations of each free zone while providing consistent, compliant employment services. This eliminates the need to establish your own free zone entity.
What is Emiratisation and how does it affect my UAE hiring?
Emiratisation is the UAE government policy promoting employment of Emirati nationals in the private sector. Certain companies must meet Emiratisation quotas or face penalties. Asanify monitors applicable requirements and provides guidance on compliance strategies, including support for hiring Emirati talent when needed to meet your obligations.
How long does it take to onboard an employee in the UAE?
UAE employee onboarding typically takes 3-6 weeks depending on visa processing times and employee nationality. The timeline includes employment offer acceptance, visa application and approval, Emirates ID registration, labor card issuance, and medical fitness testing. Asanify expedites this process through expert handling of all documentation and government interactions.