What Is a Labour Contract Modification in the UAE?
Amend Employment Contracts in Line with MOHRE Requirements
A labour contract modification in the UAE is a Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) procedure that updates the official terms of an existing employment contract. Amendments can include changes to job title, salary, occupation, or other employee details recorded in MOHRE's system. All modifications must comply with UAE labour legislation and be consistent with the company's licensed activities.
This requirement applies to all private establishments employing non-UAE nationals and must be submitted by the establishment's authorised signatory.
EGSH, as a government-authorised centre, manages the whole modification process — from verifying eligibility and supporting documents to submitting the application and securing MOHRE's electronic approval — ensuring accuracy, legal conformity, and timely completion.
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How to Modify a Labour Contract in the UAE
Standard Process via MOHRE’s Digital Platforms
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Visit Our Centre
Meet an EGSH specialist to confirm the amendment, eligibility, and required documents.
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Submit the Documents
Provide the signed employment contract, trade licence, and any additional records required by MOHRE.
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Pay the Service Fee
Pay MOHRE fees and EGSH service charges as per official rates.
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Receive Electronic Approval
Once approved by MOHRE, the amended labour contract is issued electronically within two working days.
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Documents Needed for Labour Contract Modification
Prepare Complete and Accurate Documentation for Faster Processing
Employment Contract
Approved by MOHRE and signed by both employer and employee.
Trade Licence
Active and matching the company’s registered business activity.
Academic or Professional Certificates
Required for specific skill levels or regulated professions.
Additional Documents
Licences or permits from competent authorities for regulated occupations, if applicable.
About EGSH
Trusted Partner for Handling MOHRE Employment Contract Services
EGSH is a government-authorised Tasheel centre accredited by the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation to process employment contract modifications. The centre is fully integrated with MOHRE systems, enabling direct submission of amendment requests, verification of supporting documents, and issuance of updated contracts.
All documentation is reviewed for compliance with official requirements, minimising the risk of delays or rejection. The process is handled as a single coordinated procedure, ensuring accuracy, legal conformity, and timely completion of all contract amendments.

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What is considered a labour contract amendment in the UAE?
A labour contract amendment is the official change of an employment contract in the UAE, recorded in MOHRE’s system. It includes updates such as job title, occupation, salary, or employee personal details, and must comply with UAE labour laws and the company’s licensed activities. EGSH, as a MOHRE-authorised Tasheel centre, reviews the request and supporting documents to ensure full compliance before submitting the amendment for approval.
Who can submit an employment contract update in Dubai?
Only the authorised signatory of a company with a valid trade licence and no active violations can submit an employment contract update through MOHRE’s official channels. EGSH verifies the company’s eligibility, checks all supporting documents, and ensures the application meets MOHRE requirements before submission.
How long does the labour contract modification process take in Dubai?
If all documents meet MOHRE requirements, a labour contract modification is processed and approved electronically within two working days. EGSH ensures all submissions are complete and compliant, reducing the risk of delays.
Do I need to update my labour card information with MOHRE after a contract modification?
Any approved labour contract modification that changes details such as occupation, salary, or employee information must be reflected in the labour card records held by MOHRE. EGSH ensures that all related updates are accurately processed to maintain full compliance.
What are the official MOHRE fees for the contract modification?
The federal fee for a labour contract modification is AED 50, and the business centre commission is capped at AED 72. Taxes and collection charges are not included in these amounts. EGSH advisors will provide a complete cost breakdown before applying.
Are academic certificates required to modify a labour contract when changing a profession in the UAE?
When a profession change is requested, MOHRE requires academic certificates based on the employee’s skill level. For example, skill levels 1 and 2 require a bachelor’s degree or higher, levels 3 and 4 require a diploma or higher, and level 5 requires a high school certificate. No certificates are needed for skill levels 6 to 9. EGSH verifies the validity and compliance of all certificates before submission.
Can changes be made to the UAE work contract after it expires?
MOHRE does not process amendments to an expired work contract. In such cases, the agreement must be renewed first, and any required changes can then be submitted as a modification request. EGSH assists in coordinating both the renewal and subsequent amendments to ensure compliance with all MOHRE regulations.
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