Why is a digital UAE labour contract so important?

A labour contract serves as a cornerstone of the professional relationship between an employer and an employee, formalizing the terms and conditions of employment. This legally binding document not only defines key aspects such as job responsibilities, working hours, compensation, and benefits but also acts as a protective shield for the employee, ensuring their rights are upheld in any work scenario.

The MoHRE labour contract includes critical details like workplace location, employee entitlements, and grounds for termination. For entrepreneurs involved in business setup in UAE, understanding labour contracts is essential to ensure compliance with local employment laws and maintain fair working conditions.

In today's digital era, having an electronic copy of your labour contract adds an extra layer of convenience. Accessible from anywhere with an internet connection, a digital version ensures you are never without proof of your employment agreement. It is important to note that a PDF labour contract downloaded from the official MoHRE platform is a legally recognized document, accepted by banks, immigration authorities, and courts in the UAE.

UAE labour contract online

It is a good thing that labour contracts of all the workforces in the UAE are also made available online. As long as the contract is issued out by the Ministry of Labour, you can always access it online or even print it out to have it handy.

Checking labour contracts online is a provision from the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), which is formerly known as the Ministry of Labour. It has become very needful over the years because of its easy accessibility to whomever it may concern.

While TASHEEL Happiness Centers remain available, they are now primarily utilized by employers and PROs for administrative processing. For individual employees, the MoHRE website and mobile app have become the primary and most efficient channels to access contract copies, eliminating the need for in-person visits.

In this article, we are going to learn how to check and get a copy of your UAE labour contract online.

Procedure to get a copy of a UAE labour contract online

To check or get the UAE labour contract online, you have to use the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE) official website www.mohre.gov.ae. This is because they have replaced the Ministry of Labour in the UAE, hence managing all labour-related activities

You can check your labour contract online in two ways:

  • Through the MoHRE official website www.mohre.gov.ae
  • Through the MoHRE mobile application

Below is a step-by-step guide on how to get a labour contract online in UAE:

1. Visit the MoHRE website at www.mohre.gov.ae.

2. Under Services / eServices, select Job Offers and Contracts.

Check labour contract via the MOHRE app

3. It takes you to a page where you will see the View My Contract / Contract Information option.

4. To access your details, you can now use several identification methods, including your Emirates ID, passport number, or the preferred method of signing in via UAE Pass for seamless authentication.

Checking your labour contract online

Below are the updated steps to access your service:

  1. Choose your preferred search method: Emirates ID, Passport number, or Transaction number.    
  2. Enter the required details based on your choice.
  3. Enter the number shown below to check the captcha box.   
  4. Then hit View my contract or View approved contracts.    
  5. Once the contract is displayed, look for the "Download" or "Print" button to save the PDF directly to your device.

Checking your UAE labour contract via the MoHRE application

Alternatively, you can check your labour contract using the MoHRE mobile application. This is often the most convenient method as it integrates directly with your UAE Pass identity.

  1. Download the MoHRE UAE mobile app for Android or IOS.
  2. Choose your preferred language.
  3. Log in using your UAE Pass account for the most secure and quick access.
  4. On the home page, navigate to "My Dashboard" and select the "Contracts" section.
  5. Choose the specific contract you wish to view and click on the "Download PDF" or "Print" icon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you explain how to check free zone UAE labour contracts online?

It is important to clarify that while many contracts are registered with MoHRE, several major free zones—such as JAFZA and DMCC—operate their own independent portals. If your employer is registered in a free zone that does not use MoHRE systems, you must log in to that specific free zone authority’s e-portal to download your contract.

How to check a labour contract online in the UAE with a passport number?

Any of the online methods can be used to check your UAE labour contracts online. Just visit the website at www.mohre.gov.ae and follow the steps above.

Is checking labour contracts online in Dubai different from other Emirates?

No, the methods are the same for all the Emirates of the UAE, provided the contract is registered under MoHRE.

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