Khaleej Times, 19 November 2024: Authorities in the UAE have reminded private sector companies to meet their 2024 Emiratisation targets by the end of December.

Non-compliant firms will face hefty fines starting from 1 January 2025.

Emiratisation policies apply to establishments with 50 or more workers, requiring them to increase the number of Emirati employees in skilled positions by 2% by the end of the year.

Failure to comply will result in a fine of Dh96,000 for each Emirati not hired.

Additionally, a select group of establishments employing 20 to 49 workers across 14 specified economic activities are also subject to Emiratisation policies.

These establishments must employ at least one Emirati and retain any nationals employed prior to 1 January 2024.

Non-compliance will also lead to a Dh96,000 fine for each Emirati not hired.

For more news and content, try Lexis Middle East. Click on lexis.ae/demo to begin your free trial of Lexis® Middle East platform.

You can also explore the legal landscape by subscribing to our Weekly Newsletter.

Want to learn more about Lexis® Middle East? Visit https://www.lexis.ae/lexis-middle-east-law/.