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UAE ministry outlines new steps to curb late salary payments
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation said the latest Wage Protection System decision adds early alerts before administrative action.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Dubai – The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) announced a revised Wage Protection System that will notify employers of delayed wages before any administrative measures are applied, the ministry said on Oct. 1.
What happened
The new process starts with electronic monitoring of wage payments, followed by alerts to establishments that fall behind. If delays persist, administrative measures are imposed according to approved timelines. The change does not create new substantive obligations for employers but clarifies existing payment requirements.
What the reports add
MOHRE highlighted that the system will focus on labour‑intensive sectors such as construction, transportation, security services and cleaning, applying measures based on sector risk. The Wage Protection System handles wage payments exceeding Dh37 billion each month.
What was said
MOHRE said the approach encourages businesses to meet obligations early and supports stable employment relationships.
How it came about
The decision follows a gradual approach intended to resolve violations early while protecting workers’ rights and maintaining business continuity, building on earlier developments of the Wage Protection System.
Key facts
- Employers will receive wage‑delay notifications before administrative action (gulfnews.com)
- The system targets construction, transportation, security and cleaning sectors (gulfnews.com)
- Wage Protection System processes over Dh37 billion in payments each month (gulfnews.com)
Sources
- [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “UAE Implements New Measures to Address Late Salary Payments and Protect Workers”
