The UAE has announced fines of up to AED100,000 ($27,200) for private sector firms caught violating Emiratisation rules.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) said it has identified 1,379 private companies violating rules.
Inspectors said 2,170 firms UAE nationals were recruited through fake Emiratisation.
UAE Emiratisation rules
A MOHRE statement on social media said: “Our inspection team has successfully identified 1,379 private companies that have hired 2,170 UAE nationals through violating avenues: Attempting to circumvent Emiratisation targets and engaging in Fake Emiratisation from mid-2022 till 16 May 2024.
“Harmful practices that aim to undermine Emiratisation commitments will be dealt with firmly and according to the law.”
The MOHRE also clarified the actions taken against violators. Firms violating Emiratisation rules are:
- Fined AED20,000 ($5,400) to AED100,000 ($27,200) per case
- Referred to the Public Prosecution based on the severity of the violation
- Classified in the lowest level in the MOHRE system
- Required to pay Emiratisation financial contributions and achieve actual Emiratisation targets
Emiratisation rules apply to companies of a certain size and in specific fields. The rules require organisations to recruit Emiratis to work or face administrative fines and penalties.
The MOHRE has encouraged the public to report any practices conflicting with Emiratisation policies and decisions by calling its call centre on 600 590 000.
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