The United Arab Emirates has introduced a new rule requiring all private companies to pay their employees’ salaries by the first day of every month.
According to the United Arab Emirates government and its Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization, this rule only applies to private sector companies and does not include government departments.
Authorities said that companies that fail to pay on time will be considered late and may face legal action, including fines and other penalties.
The main aim of this law is to protect workers’ rights and ensure they receive their salaries on time so they can manage their expenses without financial stress.
Officials also said that this step is part of wider reforms already taken to improve labor rights in the country, and it is expected to especially benefit foreign workers who depend on regular monthly income.
