Additional information has been added on Sunday work. Furthermore, provisions on high-risk AI systems were due to enter into force on 2 August 2026, but this has been postponed until 2 December 2027.
A new section has been added focusing on different types of leave, such as on demand leave, leave for blood donation and time off to perform civic duties or to appear before a court.
Provisions on high-risk AI systems were due to enter into force on 2 August 2026, but this has now been postponed until 2 December 2027. Further information on maternity care allowance has been added.
Employment legislation provides for positive discrimination in favour of UAE nationals. Mainland UAE employers must increase skilled UAE national employment by 1% every six months to reach a 10% quota by the end of 2026. Healthcare employers must ensure that 50% of new Emirati hires are in specialised roles, with compliance monitoring due to begin in 2027.