DUBAI: The Ministry outlined the following violations that individuals can report via its official channels:

False Emiratisation
Failure to meet Emiratisation targets
Harassment in the workplace
Non-payment of end-of-service benefits
Exceeding two hours of overtime work
Denial or postponement of annual leave or compensation
Reporting of violating workers
Accommodation violations
Health and occupational safety breaches
Midday break violations (when applicable)
Forced labour
Human trafficking

MoHRE said the initiative aims to strengthen inspection efforts and promote compliance with the Labour Relations Law, ensuring a fair and balanced work environment for all parties involved.

Since mid-2022, 1,818 private companies have been caught engaging in false Emiratisation, a practice where companies fraudulently register Emiratis as employees to meet government targets under the Nafis programme.

Legal measures taken against these firms include:
Suspension of benefits under Nafis
Reclaiming misused financial incentives
Cancellation of work permits for falsely employed Emiratis
Fines ranging from Dh20,000 to Dh500,000, depending on the frequency of violations

MoHRE clarified that citizens falsely registered will not count toward a company’s Emiratisation quota, and violators will be required to make up for bypassed hiring targets and pay owed contributions.

The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and impartiality, with inspectors trained to enforce laws and raise awareness about legal obligations. MoHRE emphasized that workplace compliance is not only a legal requirement but also key to achieving the UAE’s sustainable development goals and labour market stability.

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