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Employing a domestic worker without a contract
Hiring a domestic worker in the UAE without providing and registering a written employment contract as required by UAE Domestic Workers Law
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Fine Amount
AED 10,000
Range: AED 10,000 – 50,000
Fine between AED 10000 and AED 50000 plus mandatory contract registration
Why this rule exists
Written contracts protect both employer and domestic worker rights and set clear terms of employment
How to avoid
Always register a domestic worker contract through MOHRE before the worker begins duties
Source: MOHRE UAE Domestic Workers Law