What should employer do if domestic worker stops working?
Dubai: Employers in the UAE must report a domestic worker's absence within five days if the worker stops reporting for duty without a valid reason and their whereabouts are unknown, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has said. The ministry clarified that employers are required to submit a report when a domestic worker leaves work without their knowledge and they are unable…
When a domestic worker in the UAE abruptly stops reporting to work without a valid reason and their location remains unknown, employers are obligated to report this absence within five days. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced this requirement. Employers must submit a Domestic Worker Absence from Work complaint via the approved MoHRE channels within the stipulated timeframe.
The report can be filed through the official MoHRE website or the MOHRE UAE mobile app. Employers should navigate to the ministry's domestic worker services, choose the absence-from-work reporting service, fill out the necessary information, and submit the application for processing. It is important to note that this five-day reporting obligation only pertains to domestic workers, unlike the rules for private-sector employees, which typically require an absence report after more than seven consecutive days of non-reporting.
Additionally, employers can consult the ministry's customer service line at 600590000 for guidance on the application process or to inquire about the status of their report. The MoHRE encourages employers to refer to its official website for comprehensive details on the reporting procedures and available submission channels.
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