Divyanshu G 
Navigating the MOHRE grievance process in the UAE
Employees in the industrial areas experience special difficulties when they are deprived of income by their employers. If you are experiencing unpaid earnings, understanding the MOHRE grievance process is vital for securing your rightful compensation. The Wage Protection System (WPS) is also strongly enforced by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, and employees in the private sector receive their salaries at the right moment without any unauthorized deductions.
Initiating a salary dispute resolution online
To begin your salary dispute resolution, gather essential documents, including your active employment contract, Emirates ID, and recent bank statements. Employees who have been affected can make a formal claim with great confidence in the official MOHRE smart application or desktop site. After a formal submission is registered, both the worker and the employer are normally contacted by the Ministry to amicably settle out a matter within few days. It is imperative not to lose sight of communication at this stage.
Escalating Your Claim Effectively
In case, the first mediation does not bring any immediate results, the Ministry will send out a formal referral letter and then you will have the option of escalating the issue to the Dubai Labour Court legally. Note, there is no cost of raising a labor case whereby workers are claiming less than 100,000 AED. The immediate action as documented protects your livelihood and basic rights as per the guidelines of formal employees procedures in the UAE.
(FAQs)
Q: How long can a company withhold pay in the UAE?
According to the law, salaries must be transferred within 15 days of the agreed-upon due date. Beyond this timeframe, the payment is officially considered late.
Q: Is there a fee to report an employer for missing pay?
No, raising an initial labor case through the Ministry is entirely free of charge for employees, ensuring justice remains accessible to everyone.
Q: Will I lose my visa if I report my employer?
Absolutely not. The law strictly protects workers from arbitrary dismissal, retaliation, or visa cancellation for legally reporting workplace violations.
