Free tool. Emiratisation calculator
Private companies with 50 or more employees must raise the share of UAE nationals in skilled jobs by 2% a year. Enter your skilled headcount and the Emiratis who count towards the target to see how many you need and what a shortfall costs.
Skill levels 1–3 in MoHRE's classification; your MoHRE account shows the number
From 1 July 2026, only those earning AED 6,000 a month or more
Contribution a year for the shortfall
AED 480,000
- Target on 31 December 2026
- 10% of skilled jobs
- Emiratis required
- 8 (8.0 rounded up)
- Emiratis who count today
- 4
- Positions short
- 4
- Contribution per position
- AED 10,000 a month
The rule for companies with 50 or more employees
- 01
The Emirati share of skilled jobs rises 2% a year: 1% by 30 June and 1% by 31 December
- 02
From 2% at the end of 2022 to 10% at the end of 2026
- 03
From 1 July 2026, a monthly contribution of AED 10,000 for each position not filled (AED 120,000 a year)
- 04
From 1 July 2026, Emiratis earning below AED 6,000 a month do not count towards the target
Smaller companies
Selected companies with 20 to 49 employees in high-growth sectors must also employ UAE nationals. This calculator covers the 50-plus rule; check MoHRE for your company's obligations.
Sources
An estimate from the published rules as of October 2026, not legal, tax or financial advice.
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