Verify UAE Job Offers Online — MOHRE Check, Visa Verification & Scam Alerts
Protect your finances and future. Learn the official MOHRE verification process, identify fake hotel job offers, and verify employment visas using authoritative government portals before paying any recruitment fees.
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This content is intended solely for educational purposes to help job seekers understand common recruitment risks and verification methods. We are not a government agency, legal firm, or licensed recruitment service. Always confirm job offers through official ministry websites and never rely on third-party information when making financial or career decisions abroad.
Immediate Red Flags
- Requests payment to personal accounts
- WhatsApp-only communication
- Promises "guaranteed" visas
- Urgency tactics ("pay today or lose slot")
Safety Checklist
- Verify MOHRE transaction ID
- Check employer trade license
- Confirm via official hotel HR
- Use ministry-authenticated contracts
Official Resources
Access MOHRE Offer Inquiry, Contract View, and MOHRE Helpline for direct verification.
Why UAE Job Scams Are Increasing in 2026
Post-pandemic labor shortages in hospitality have created opportunities for fraudsters. According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, fraudulent recruitment schemes targeting migrant workers have increased by 40% globally since 2023.
Workers from India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, the Philippines, and African nations are disproportionately targeted due to high demand for UAE employment and information asymmetry regarding official verification channels.
Scammers exploit private communication channels (WhatsApp, Telegram) where verification is difficult, using cloned company logos and fake employment contracts. The International Labour Organization identifies recruitment fees as a primary indicator of forced labor risk.
The Golden Rule: Never Pay Before Verification
Under UAE Labour Law Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, employers and licensed recruitment agencies are legally prohibited from charging candidates recruitment, visa, or processing fees. View official UAE Labour Law.
Legal Fee Responsibility
Employers must bear all costs including:
- Work permit and entry visa fees
- Medical examination costs
- Emirates ID processing
- Recruitment agency commissions
Illegal Payment Requests
Report immediately if asked to pay:
- "Processing" or "administration" fees
- Visa deposits to personal bank accounts
- Training costs before contract signing
- Medical exam fees upfront
7-Step Official Verification Process
Document Request Phase
Before any payment, demand written documentation:
- Full legal employer name and trade license number
- MOHRE Transaction Number or Contract ID (UAE)
- Corporate email domain (not Gmail/Yahoo)
- Official hotel switchboard number (not mobile)
- Ministry-authenticated employment contract
MOHRE Offer Inquiry Verification (UAE)
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) maintains the official database of registered employment offers.
- Visit the MOHRE Offer Inquiry portal
- Enter the Transaction Number provided by the employer
- Verify the company name, job title, and salary match the offer
- Screenshot the verification result with timestamp
Alternative: Use the View Approved Contract service to cross-reference contract details.
Trade License Verification
Confirm the employing entity exists and is legally registered:
- Dubai: Department of Economy and Tourism (DED)
- Abu Dhabi: Tamm Portal - Abu Dhabi DED
- Sharjah: Sharjah Economic Development Department
- Other Emirates: Respective economic development departments
Verify the license status is "Active" and the business activity matches the offered position.
Agency License Verification
If using a recruitment agency, verify their MOHRE license:
- Request the agency's Tas'heel or labor supply license number
- Verify on MOHRE Tas'heel Services
- Confirm physical office address via video call or visit
- Check for corporate bank account (never pay personal accounts)
Visa Type Authentication
Never accept promises to "convert" a tourist/visit visa to work status after arrival. This violates UAE residency laws and exposes you to deportation and fines.
Insist on a Work Entry Permit (Pink Visa) before travel, verifiable through:
Contract Detail Verification
Authentic contracts must include (per MOHRE Model Contract Standards):
Required Elements
- Specific job title and duties
- Basic salary in AED (currency specified)
- Working hours and overtime provisions
- Accommodation or housing allowance
- Annual leave entitlements
- Probation period (max 6 months)
- Notice period requirements
Red Flag Omissions
- Vague job descriptions
- Salary "to be determined"
- Missing employer signatures
- No ministry authentication stamp
- Accommodation promises without details
Ministry Contract Authentication (Other GCC Countries)
Beyond UAE, use official authentication portals:
- Qatar: Ministry of Labour Contract Authentication
- Saudi Arabia: Ministry of Human Resources via Absher Portal
- Kuwait: Ministry of Interior - Domestic Labor Department
- Oman: Ministry of Labour e-services
- Bahrain: Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA)
Direct Hotel HR Verification
Independently contact the hotel using official channels:
- Find the official hotel website (verify domain carefully)
- Call the main switchboard (not numbers provided by recruiter)
- Request Human Resources Department
- Use the verification script below
Official Government Verification Portals
Bookmark these authoritative sources for direct verification:
🇦🇪 UAE Authorities
🌍 International Resources
🚨 Report Fraud
Documented Scam Case Studies
Case Study A: The "Guaranteed" Housekeeping Role
Victim Profile: Female applicant from Kerala, India
Method: WhatsApp message offering AED 3,500/month housekeeping at "Marriott Downtown Dubai" with professional-looking PDF offer letter.
Red Flags Missed:
- Payment requested to personal PayPal account ($250 "processing fee")
- MOHRE transaction number provided was invalid (verified post-payment)
- Contact number was UAE mobile, not hotel switchboard
Outcome: $250 lost, recruiter blocked victim after payment. Prevention: MOHRE check before any payment would have revealed the fraud immediately.
Case Study B: Visit Visa Conversion Trap
Victim Profile: Male applicant from Lahore, Pakistan
Method: Agency promised "faster processing" via 3-month visit visa with "guaranteed" conversion to employment visa upon arrival.
Red Flags Missed:
- Agency claimed visit visa was "temporary measure" due to "system delays"
- No authenticated contract on Qatar Ministry of Labour portal
- Payment split between "visa fee" and "processing" to different accounts
Outcome: Candidate traveled to Doha, no employer existed, faced 3,000 QAR fine for working illegally before deportation. Prevention: Insisting on authenticated ministry contract before travel.
How to Vet Recruitment Agencies
Complete all 8 steps before engaging any recruitment agency:
- License Verification: Obtain the agency's MOHRE/Tas'heel license number and verify on official MOHRE portals.
- Physical Verification: Conduct video calls showing the office interior or visit in person if locally accessible.
- Payment Protocol: Payments must go to corporate bank accounts matching the licensed entity name. Never transfer to personal accounts, Western Union, or cryptocurrency.
- Contract Transparency: Demand signed service agreements outlining exact services, timelines, and refund policies.
- Reference Verification: Request contact details of 3 recent successful placements. Independently verify these contacts.
- Complaint History: Search the agency name with terms like "complaint," "scam," or "fraud" in MOHRE enforcement notices.
- Employer Authorization: Contact the hotel HR directly to confirm the agency is authorized (see Step 7 script).
- Direct Application Fallback: When in doubt, apply directly through the hotel's official careers portal.
Country-Specific Verification Quick Reference
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
Primary Check: MOHRE Offer Inquiry
License Check: Respective Emirate DED
Emergency: MOHRE Hotline 80060
Key Law: Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (prohibits candidate fees)
🇶🇦 Qatar
Primary Check: Ministry of Labour eContract
License Check: Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Emergency: Labour Inspection Hotline
Key Law: Law No. 21 of 2015 (sponsorship reform)
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
Primary Check: Absher Portal / Ministry of Human Resources
License Check: Ministry of Investment (MISA)
Emergency: 19911 (Ministry Contact Center)
Key Law: Labour Law Royal Decree No. M/51
🇰🇼 Kuwait
Primary Check: Ministry of Interior - Domestic Labor Department
License Check: Kuwait Chamber of Commerce
Emergency: 112 (Police) / Embassy assistance
Key Law: Private Sector Labour Law No. 6 of 2010
🇴🇲 Oman
Primary Check: Ministry of Labour eServices
License Check: Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion
Emergency: 8007 7000 (Labour Ministry)
Key Law: Labour Law Royal Decree No. 35/2003
🇧🇭 Bahrain
Primary Check: LMRA Expatriate Services
License Check: Ministry of Industry and Commerce
Emergency: LMRA Contact Center
Key Law: Labour Law for the Private Sector No. 36 of 2012
If You Have Already Paid: Immediate Recovery Steps
Execute these steps immediately. Recovery chances decrease significantly after 48-72 hours.
Stop All Communication
Do not send additional money, even if threatened with "legal action" or "visa blacklisting." These are empty threats designed to extract more funds.
Document Everything
Create a comprehensive evidence file:
- Screenshot all WhatsApp/Telegram conversations (including phone numbers)
- Save all email headers and attachments
- Scan bank transfer receipts, Western Union forms, or crypto transaction IDs
- Print/save the fake offer letter and any contracts
- Record dates, times, and amounts of all communications and payments
Contact Your Bank Immediately
Request:
- Chargeback (for credit card payments)
- Recall (for wire transfers within 24-48 hours)
- Fraud block on the recipient account
File a formal fraud report with your bank's dispute resolution department.
Report to Law Enforcement
- Local Police: File a First Information Report (FIR) or equivalent in your home country
- Destination Country: Dubai Police eCrime (for UAE scams), or respective cybercrime units
- Interpol: For cross-border fraud exceeding significant amounts
Contact Your Embassy/Consulate
Embassies can:
- Provide lists of legitimate employers
- Assist with police liaison in destination countries
- Offer legal aid referrals
- Document patterns for broader warnings to citizens
Report to Regulatory Authorities
- MOHRE Complaint Portal (for UAE recruitment violations)
- Local labour ministry in your home country
- Consumer protection agencies
Warn Others
Share anonymized details in:
- Community WhatsApp groups (migrant worker networks)
- Social media platforms (without violating privacy laws)
- Scamwatch or similar reporting platforms
Your report may prevent others from falling victim to the same scheme.