A Part-Time Permit allows establishments registered with the Ministry to employ employees under a part-time employment contract, under which working hours or working days are less than those of full-time employees. After obtaining a permit from the Ministry, employees may work for more than one employer.

Documents Required

  • Clear colored photo with a white background
  • Passport copy with a validity period of at least six months.
  • The official job offer form issued by the Ministry, signed by both the employer and employee.
  • Academic Certificates: A clear certificate bearing the name of the employee, Skill levels (1 & 2) Bachelor Degree or higher is required. Skill Levels (3 & 4) Diploma graduate or higher is required. Skill Level (5) High School Certificate is required. There is no requirement for a certificate for skill levels 6 to 9. Workers who earn less than AED 4000 per month or who do not possess a degree are not considered skilled.
  • Professional license issued by the competent authority, example: doctor, nurse, etc. (professional license issued by the Ministry of Health - Department of Health)/ Teacher, teacher assistant (Ministry of Education - Knowledge Authority(Dubai)- Abu Dhabi Education Council- Sharjah Education Council) Fitness Trainer (Youth and Sports Authority)/ Advocate (Ministry of Justice).
  • No objection letter from the current employer

Terms and Conditions

  • The Employee must be 18 years of age or older
  • An employee in a specialized profession or any other profession that requires a license must meet the requirements stipulated in the applicable legislation.
  • It is essential that the occupation of the proposed employee is compatible with the activities of the establishment.
  • The establishment must maintain a valid license without any registered violations, resulting in suspension of its operations in accordance with applicable laws.
  • The Work Permit application must be submitted by the authorized signatory of the establishment
  • All skill levels and professions are eligible to apply for this type of permit, according to the terms of service.
  • The Candidate for employment must possess a valid residence visa.
  • A bank guarantee or insurance is not required
  • Electronic quota is not required to obtain a part-time work permit

Service fee

  • 126.50 AED
  • Submit 76.14 AED