Does the fee include the visa cost?
Government visa and insurance costs are passed on at cost; the fee covers employment, payroll and administration.
Employer of record in the UAE
Hire in the UAE without setting up a company first.
At a glance
- Fee
- From AED 1,950 per employee a month
- Timing
- Typically 3 to 4 weeks to start
- For
- Foreign companies testing the UAE market
If you want to hire someone in the UAE before — or instead of — opening a company, our licensed partner employs them on your behalf: visa, contract, payroll and benefits. You direct the work; we handle everything else and send one monthly invoice.
What is included
- Employment visa and contract through our partner
- Monthly payroll and WPS
- Health insurance as required
- Gratuity accrued and paid at the end
- One monthly invoice
How it works
Four steps, agreed up front.
- 01
Brief
Role, salary and start date.
- 02
Contract
Offer and contract issued by our partner.
- 03
Visa
Visa and Emirates ID processed.
- 04
Payroll
Monthly payroll and invoice.
Employer of record fees
Open the estimator| Employer of record (through our partner) | from AED 1,950 per employee a month |
|---|---|
| Recruitment (through our partner) | 12.5% of annual salary |
Fixed fees, excluding 5% VAT. Government fees are passed on at cost.
What we need from you
- Candidate’s passport and qualifications
- Job description and salary
Not sure you have everything? Send what you have — we will tell you what is missing.
Common questions
About employer of record.
Not covered here? — we reply within one business day.
Is payroll part of the accounting plans?
Growth includes payroll for up to 10 employees and Complete for up to 25. Otherwise it is AED 45 per employee a month, minimum AED 450.
Which banks and exchanges do you work with for WPS?
Any WPS agent — we prepare the salary information file in the format your bank or exchange house needs.
Do you handle visas for new hires?
Yes, through our PRO team, with government fees passed on at cost.
Often done together
Related services from the same team.
Tell us about your business
Tell us what you need for employer of record — a fixed quote within one business day.
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