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Employment Contracts – Conversion to Limited Term Contracts

On 2^nd February 2022 the new UAE Labour Law was announced as in effect (UAE Federal Law No. 33 of 2021), replacing, and superseding the current law (UAE Federal Law No. 8 of 1980, as amended).

As per the new regulation, all employment contracts will need to be amended to a fixed duration of one (1), two (2), or three (3) years – unlimited contracts no longer apply. 

Companies have until 2^nd February 2023 to complete the transition to limited term contracts.

For DMCC member companies, kindly note that conversion of contracts to a limited term will be free of charge until 30^th January 2023- thereafter charges will be applicable as follows:

For mainland companies, or clients located in other free-zone jurisdictions please reach out to a member of our team to request a quote.

If you would like our assistance, kindly provide us with your list of employees by email, along with instructions on the changes to be made, so that our visa team can share a full list of documentation required.

E: visasupport@ahr-corporate.com