Employment templates for United Arab Emirates
Browse all 63 free employment legal templates for United Arab Emirates. Download as PDF or Word.
Employment Contracts
Apprenticeship Agreement (UAE)
A vocational apprenticeship agreement for the United Arab Emirates, covering training programme, working hours restrictions for minors, monthly allowance, MOHRE registration, Nafis eligibility, and completion obligations under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 Articles 71-75.
Board Director Service Agreement (UAE)
A board director service agreement for UAE companies (LLC, PJSC, DIFC, ADGM), covering appointment term, fiduciary duties, remuneration, D&O insurance, conflict disclosure, and termination under Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021.
Casual Worker Agreement (UAE)
A casual worker agreement for the United Arab Emirates under the MOHRE Flexible Work framework, covering engagement type, hourly pay, shift cancellation, OSH obligations, and WPS compliance under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022.
CEO Service Agreement (UAE)
A Chief Executive Officer service agreement for the United Arab Emirates, covering appointment by Board resolution, executive remuneration, annual and long-term incentives, fiduciary duties under the Commercial Companies Law, garden leave, non-compete, and end-of-service entitlements under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
Commission-Only Sales Contract (UAE)
A commission-only sales agent contract for the United Arab Emirates, covering territory, commission rates, payment triggers, chargebacks, and independent-contractor status under UAE Civil Code and Commercial Transactions Law.
Consultant Employment Agreement (UAE)
A specialist consultant employment agreement for the United Arab Emirates, covering scope of services, remuneration, IP assignment, confidentiality, non-compete, and end-of-service entitlements under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
Domestic Worker Contract (UAE)
A UAE domestic worker employment contract under Federal Decree-Law No. 9 of 2022. Covers salary, rest, leave, sick leave, repatriation, early termination, and worker protections under the UAE domestic labour framework.
Employee Loan Agreement (UAE)
A UAE Employee Loan Agreement documenting a salary-deduction loan from employer to employee, compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and the UAE Civil Code. Covers loan amount, repayment schedule, WPS deductions, and termination-of-employment settlement.
Employee Non-Compete Agreement (UAE)
An employee non-compete agreement for the United Arab Emirates drafted under Article 10 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (the UAE Labour Law). Limits the restraint to a maximum of two years and to what is necessary by time, place, and type of work, with confidentiality and non-solicitation provisions.
Employment Contract (UAE)
A limited-term employment contract for the United Arab Emirates, drafted under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (the UAE Labour Law) and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022. Covers salary and WPS payment, working hours, leave, probation, notice, end-of-service gratuity, and MOHRE dispute resolution.
Executive Employment Agreement (UAE)
A senior executive employment agreement for the United Arab Emirates, covering appointment, remuneration, benefits, bonus, garden leave, non-compete, and end-of-service entitlements under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and DIFC Employment Law No. 2 of 2019 where applicable.
Fixed-Project Employment Contract (UAE)
A UAE fixed-project employment contract under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022. Ties the employment term to project completion with pro-rata leave and gratuity.
Freelance Permit Agreement (UAE)
A UAE freelance permit agreement between a licensed freelancer and a client, covering deliverables, fees, IP transfer, confidentiality, and VAT under UAE Civil Code and Federal Decree-Law No. 50 of 2022.
Internship Agreement (UAE)
A UAE internship agreement for paid or academic internships under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and MOHRE registration requirements. Covers stipend, learning objectives, IP, confidentiality, and Nafis/Emiratisation provisions.
Part-Time Employment Contract (UAE)
A part-time employment contract for the UAE under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022. Covers pro-rata hours, WPS pay, leave, gratuity, and MOHRE registration.
Employee Relocation Agreement (UAE)
An employee relocation agreement for the United Arab Emirates documenting the employer's relocation package — flights, shipping, temporary accommodation, settling-in allowance, school fees, and visa support — with repayment clause and repatriation terms under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022.
Remote Work Agreement (UAE)
A UAE remote work agreement supplementing an existing MOHRE-registered employment contract under Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022. Covers schedule, equipment, data security, and review provisions.
Retention Bonus Agreement (UAE)
A UAE retention bonus agreement documenting the employer's commitment to pay a specified bonus if the employee remains employed throughout the retention period, with claw-back provisions on early resignation, governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022.
Secondment Agreement (UAE)
A tri-partite UAE secondment agreement for temporary employee transfer between home and host employers, covering cost allocation, WPS compliance, IP, MOHRE permit, and return arrangements under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
Talent Management Agreement (UAE)
A talent management agreement for UAE artists, influencers, athletes, and performers, covering exclusive representation, management commission, image rights, social media, post-term commissions, and DIAC dispute resolution under UAE Civil Code and Commercial Transactions Law.
Training Bond Agreement (UAE)
A UAE Training Bond Agreement under Article 11 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, committing a sponsored employee to remain in service for an agreed period after employer-funded training or repay actual costs.
Work-From-Home Addendum (UAE)
A UAE Work-From-Home Addendum formalising a remote or hybrid arrangement under Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022 and Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Covers location, core hours, equipment, data protection, and health and safety.
Zero-Hours Worker Agreement (UAE)
A zero-hours worker agreement for the UAE, confirming the worker's right to refuse shifts, prohibition on exclusivity clauses, hourly pay, WPS compliance, and flexible work permit requirements under Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022 and Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
HR Forms
Anti-Harassment Policy (UAE)
A comprehensive Anti-Harassment Policy for UAE private-sector employers, covering harassment, sexual harassment, bullying, and discrimination under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, Federal Law No. 31 of 2021, and Federal Law No. 2 of 2015. Includes the complaint procedure, investigation process, and anti-retaliation protections.
Attendance Policy (UAE)
A comprehensive Attendance Policy for UAE employers, covering standard working hours, grace periods, sick-leave procedures under Article 31 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, wage deductions for unauthorised absence, and the disciplinary escalation process.
Employee Code of Conduct (UAE)
A comprehensive Employee Code of Conduct for UAE private-sector employers, aligned with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022. Covers professional standards, integrity, data protection, and the disciplinary procedure.
Employee Handbook (UAE)
A comprehensive Employee Handbook for UAE private-sector employers, structured under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022. Covers employment basics, pay, WPS, leave, conduct, discipline, grievances, and exit procedures.
End-of-Service Gratuity Calculation (UAE)
An end-of-service gratuity calculation statement for the United Arab Emirates under Article 51 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (the UAE Labour Law). Sets out the period of service, the basic wage, the 21-day and 30-day rates, the two-year cap, and the final settlement payable within 14 days under Article 53.
Exit Interview Form (UAE)
A structured Exit Interview Form for UAE employers, covering reason for departure, retention feedback, the exit checklist (equipment return, WPS/gratuity settlement under Article 53, visa cancellation), and post-employment obligations under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and PDPL.
Expense Reimbursement Policy (UAE)
A structured Expense Reimbursement Policy for UAE employers, covering eligible expenses, submission deadlines, approval hierarchy, travel advances, corporate card rules, UAE VAT invoice requirements, and Corporate Tax compliance under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022.
Experience Certificate (UAE)
A UAE Experience Certificate confirming an employee's service history, job title, and last wage as required by Article 56 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Includes optional performance and character statement. Accepted by MOHRE, banks, visa authorities, and professional licensing bodies.
Grievance Policy (UAE)
A formal Grievance Policy for UAE private-sector employers, aligned with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and MOHRE procedures. Covers informal resolution, formal grievance submission, investigation, appeal, and MOHRE referral with anti-retaliation protections.
IT Acceptable Use Policy (UAE)
A comprehensive IT Acceptable Use Policy for UAE employers, covering permitted and prohibited uses of Company IT assets, PDPL data-protection obligations under Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021, UAE Cybercrime Law compliance, monitoring disclosures, and disciplinary consequences.
Job Description Template (UAE)
A UAE Job Description Template aligned with MOHRE occupation classifications and Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Covers role summary, key duties, qualifications, KPIs, and Emiratisation considerations.
Leave Application Form (UAE)
A UAE Leave Application Form covering all UAE Labour Law leave types — annual, sick, maternity, paternity, bereavement, Hajj, study, and unpaid leave — under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Includes manager approval, leave balance tracking, and handover fields.
Leave Policy (UAE)
A comprehensive Leave Policy for UAE private-sector employers, covering all statutory leave types under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022: annual, sick, maternity, paternity, bereavement, study, Hajj, and public holidays.
Overtime Authorization Form (UAE)
A UAE Overtime Authorization Form documenting overtime hours, day type (regular, rest day, or public holiday), and compensation method under Article 19 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Covers 25% and 50% overtime premiums, WPS compliance, and time-off-in-lieu options.
Performance Improvement Plan (UAE)
A structured Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) for UAE employers, aligned with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Defines performance concerns, measurable targets, employer support, formal review dates, and consequences of failure — creating a defensible record for MOHRE mediations and Federal Labour Court proceedings.
Remote Work Policy (UAE)
A structured Remote Work Policy for UAE private-sector employers, aligned with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022 (flexible work models), and the Personal Data Protection Law. Covers eligibility, approval, core hours, equipment, data security, and conduct.
Return to Work Agreement (UAE)
A UAE Return to Work Agreement confirming an employee's return from sick leave, maternity leave, or other authorised absence, with phased-return options, workplace adjustments, and medical clearance requirements. Compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, Articles 30-32, and Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021.
Salary Certificate (UAE)
A UAE Salary Certificate confirming an employee's basic salary, allowances, and total package, for bank loans, visa applications, tenancy agreements, and other purposes. Compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Ministerial Decree No. 788 of 2009 (WPS).
Social Media Policy (UAE)
A comprehensive Social Media Policy for UAE employers, covering official account management, personal posting rules, prohibited content under Federal Decree-Law No. 34 of 2021 (Cybercrime Law), PDPL obligations, and disciplinary consequences under the UAE Labour Law.
Employment Letters
Appointment Confirmation Letter (UAE)
A UAE Appointment Confirmation Letter formally confirming a new hire's job title, salary, probation period, and MOHRE-registration terms under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Covers WPS salary setup and UAE residence visa sponsorship.
Contract Renewal Letter (UAE)
A UAE Employment Contract Renewal Letter offering a renewed fixed-term contract under Article 8 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Preserves continuous service and gratuity accrual, triggers MOHRE and visa renewal, and confirms revised or unchanged salary terms.
Demotion Letter (UAE)
A UAE Demotion Letter formally reducing an employee's job title and, where applicable, salary, compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and the MOHRE disciplinary framework. Covers performance-based, disciplinary, and restructuring demotions with an appeal option.
Disciplinary Warning Letter (UAE)
A formal Disciplinary Warning Letter for UAE private-sector employers, compliant with Article 60 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Covers verbal warnings, first written warnings, and final written warnings with MOHRE procedural requirements.
Employee Final Warning Letter (UAE)
A UAE Employee Final Written Warning Letter under Article 60 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Covers misconduct description, prior disciplinary record, employee response, consequence note, and appeal rights. The last step before dismissal in the Article 60 progressive tariff.
Employment Offer Acceptance Letter (UAE)
A UAE Employment Offer Acceptance Letter formally confirming the candidate's agreement to an employer's offer, consistent with MOHRE registration requirements, Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, and the WPS salary framework.
Employment Reference Letter (UAE)
A UAE employment reference letter confirming service dates, job title, and optionally performance and character, for a former or current employee. Compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on data protection.
Job Offer Letter (UAE)
A job offer letter for the United Arab Emirates following the MOHRE standard offer format under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Sets out the role, basic salary and allowances, WPS payment, probation, and conditions, and binds the employer to terms no less favourable in the registered contract.
No-Objection Certificate (NOC) (UAE)
A No-Objection Certificate (NOC) for employees in the United Arab Emirates, issued by an employer to confirm it has no objection to a sponsorship transfer, driving licence, bank loan, family sponsorship, travel, or part-time work. Drafted in the context of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and MOHRE rules.
Probation Completion Letter (UAE)
A UAE Probation Completion Letter confirming successful completion of the probationary period and permanent employment, compliant with Article 9 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Preserves gratuity accrual from the original join date.
Promotion Letter (UAE)
A UAE Promotion Letter confirming a new job title, revised salary, effective date, and updated reporting line, compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Serves as a MOHRE contract addendum and updates the WPS salary record.
Resignation Acceptance Letter (UAE)
A UAE resignation acceptance letter confirming the employer's acceptance of the employee's notice, the last day of employment, notice period arrangements, final settlement terms, handover requirements, and reference letter offer, under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022.
Salary Increment Letter (UAE)
A UAE Salary Increment Letter confirming a revised basic salary, effective date, and reason for increment, compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Ministerial Decree No. 788 of 2009 (WPS). Serves as an addendum to the MOHRE-registered employment contract.
Suspension Letter (UAE)
A UAE Employee Suspension Letter imposing a disciplinary suspension under Article 60 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (max 14 days without pay). Covers investigations, disciplinary sanctions, pay status, handover, and contact restrictions.
Transfer Letter (UAE)
A UAE Employee Transfer Letter confirming a change of department, location, or employing entity, compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022. Covers internal departmental, geographical, inter-company, and free-zone to mainland transfers.
Termination
Employment Termination Letter (UAE)
An employment termination letter for the United Arab Emirates under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (the UAE Labour Law). Records the basis of termination, the notice given, the reason, the final settlement and end-of-service gratuity, and the visa cancellation process, while avoiding an arbitrary-dismissal claim.
Garden Leave Letter (UAE)
A UAE garden leave notice letter placing an employee on garden leave during the contractual notice period, confirming continued pay, revocation of access, prohibition on client contact, handover requirements, and final settlement terms under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
Mutual Termination Agreement (UAE)
A UAE Mutual Termination Agreement ending employment by consent under Article 43 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Covers final salary, accrued leave, end-of-service gratuity, ex-gratia payment, full-and-final release, and visa-cancellation process.
Redundancy Notice Letter (UAE)
A UAE Redundancy Notice Letter under Articles 42-43 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, notifying an employee of the elimination of their position and setting out the statutory settlement, notice period, job-search day, and visa-cancellation process.
Settlement Agreement (Employment) (UAE)
An employment settlement agreement for the United Arab Emirates recording a full and final discharge of claims on the end of employment, in the context of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (the UAE Labour Law). Covers the settlement sum, end-of-service gratuity, accrued leave, payment within 14 days, and non-waivable statutory entitlements.
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