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Temporary Work Permits Dubai — Short-Term & Mission Permits

Apply for temporary or mission work permits for short-term employment, part-time work, or business missions in the UAE through MOHRE.

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Eligibility

Temporary employment

For short-term projects or seasonal work not exceeding 6 months. The employer must have an active MOHRE file.

Business mission

For professionals entering the UAE on a specific business task. Requires a sponsoring company.

Required Documents

Passport copy

Identity verification

Company trade licence

Employer verification

Mission letter or project contract

Justification for temporary permit

Process Timeline

You
Amer MBS
Authority
  1. 1

    Application

    Submit documents at Amer MBS. We prepare and submit the temporary permit application to MOHRE.

    Same day

    You

    Provide documents

    Amer MBS

    Prepare and submit

    Authority

  2. 2

    Permit issued

    MOHRE reviews and issues the temporary work permit for the specified duration.

    2–5 business days

    You

    Receive permit

    Amer MBS

    Follow up and deliver

    Authority

    Issue permit

Google Reviews — Amer MBS Centre

Amer MBS centre exterior, Ras Al Khor, Dubai

Google Reviews

4.9/5

Based on 102 reviews

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J

Jaz Mie C.

My entire experience with Amer Center is absolutely awesome. The staff are incredibly kind and courteous especially Ma'am Hessa she has a lot of personality, bubbly and a positive vibes that lighten up my day.

a year ago

M

Mohamad M.

I was in urgent need of the establishment card. Miss. Umara answered and helped me immediately in less than a minute. She is kind, fast, and wonderful, and I see her as the perfect example of the best customer service.

a year ago

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is a temporary work permit valid?

Temporary permits are typically valid for 3–6 months and can sometimes be extended. Mission permits are valid for the duration of the specific task.

Can a temporary permit be converted to a regular permit?

In some cases yes. Contact us to discuss your specific situation and available options.

What is the fee?

Fees vary by permit type and duration. Contact us for a specific quote.

Information sourced from GDRFA.gov.ae, ICA.gov.ae, and MOHRE.gov.ae — verified 2026-03-19

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