Hire Employees in Dubai & Abu Dhabi Without Setting Up a Company

Employer of Record (EOR) Services in the UAE

Connect Resources is proud to be one of the only 10 companies licensed to offer legal and compliant EOR services in the UAE.

Employer of Record UAE hiring in Dubai with Connect Resources

Connect Resources Employer of Record UAE

100% local Emirati-owned company, allowing faster visa and work permits with guaranteed compliance

Looking to hire employees in the United Arab Emirates without setting up a local legal entity?
Need to relocate or onboard staff in Dubai or Abu Dhabi while staying fully compliant with UAE labour laws?

Connect Resources provides licensed Employer of Record (EOR) services in the UAE, allowing you to hire, employ, and manage staff legally without the complexity, delays, or risks of company formation.

We act as the legal employer, while you retain full control over your team’s day-to-day work.

Who Our Employer of Record Service Are For…

Our UAE Employer of Record solution is ideal if you:

Want to hire employees in the UAE without forming a legal entity

Are relocating staff to Dubai or Abu Dhabi

Need fast, compliant onboarding and payroll

Want to test the UAE market before incorporation

Prefer to avoid long-term HR, payroll, and legal overhead

This solution may not be suitable if:

You already have a registered UAE entity

You plan to hire a large permanent workforce immediately

You want to manage payroll and compliance fully in-house

Connect Resources licensed by MOHRE for EOR services UAE

UAE Employer of Record Services “Licensed, Local, Compliant”

Connect Resources is proud to be one of the limited number of companies licensed to offer Employer of Record services in the UAE.

As a 100% Emirati-owned company, we offer:

  • Faster visa and work permit processing
  • Strong local authority relationships
  • Guaranteed alignment with UAE labour regulations

Our EOR solutions are designed for international companies, regional businesses, and growing teams that need speed, compliance, and flexibility when hiring in the UAE.

Connect Resources licensed by MOHRE for EOR services UAE

THE CONNECT RESOURCES DIFFERENCE

Why Choose Us for EOR Services in UAE

100% Emirati-owned EOR in Dubai

We combine our years of experience with our strong local connections that enable faster visa and work permit processing with compliance.

Hire or relocate anywhere across the MENA region

We use the global Employer of Record (EOR) framework. This means we act as the sole service provider or legal employer to all your employees in all MENA countries. The simplicity of one monthly invoice and centralised management allows client companies to focus on growth without the complexities of local employment regulations.

Flexible workforce solutions in Dubai

We can legally source, deploy, and scale your workforce as your projects require. Our on-demand manpower supply license enables us to provide, HR outsourcing, PEO services, and other workforce solutions.

End-To-End services, all in one place

We handle all your services to support your UAE expansion effort, including talent employment and onboarding, recruitment, immigration, legal matters,  and HR consulting, allowing you to save valuable time.

How Employer of Record Services Work in the UAE

Our EOR process is simple, structured, and compliant:

Role & compensation confirmation

You select the employee and define salary, benefits, and role requirements.

Employment & visa setup

We issue a compliant UAE employment contract and process visas and work permits.

Onboarding & payroll activation

The employee is onboarded, payroll is set up, and benefits are enrolled.

Ongoing HR & compliance management

We manage payroll, labour law compliance, renewals, and terminations.

You focus on performance and growth we handle the legal employment framework.

Why Choose Connect Resources for EOR Services in the UAE

Licensed by MOHRE

We are officially licensed by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), ensuring 100% compliance with UAE labour laws.

100% Emirati-Owned

Our local ownership enables faster processing, stronger regulatory alignment, and smoother government interactions.

End-to-End Workforce Solutions

Beyond EOR, we support recruitment, immigration, HR outsourcing, payroll, and legal advisory all under one roof.

Flexible & Scalable

Hire one employee or scale a full team across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the wider UAE without changing your structure.

Cost efficiency

Avoid entity setup, legal retainers, and internal HR overhead.

Focus on growth

We manage employment and you focus on business results.

Reduced compliance risk

Stay aligned with local labour laws and employment regulations

Rapid market entry

Hire employees in the UAE without setting up a company.

Unlock Top Talent Across Dubai, UAE

Hire employees with Connect Resources EOR services across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and all UAE emirates with full compliance and local execution.. Our EOR customised EOR solutions in Dubai help with HR management and compliance with UAE labour laws.

Other Services

Other Workforce Solutions We Offer

Staff Outsourcing

Ideal for project-based, contract, or flexible workforce needs where EOR may not be required.

Payroll Outsourcing

Best for companies that already have a UAE entity and need compliant payroll support.

PRO Services

Government documentation, company formation support, visa processing, and labour compliance handled end-to-end.

FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about Employer of Record services (EOR) in the UAE.

An Employer of Record (UAE) is an agency that offers legal services that include employing and managing staff for international businesses. This includes taking responsibility for duties such as adherence to regulations, payroll, taxation, and employee benefits.

A company can use an EOR for different reasons. These include, save time and money on administrative tasks, reduce legal and financial risks associated with international hiring, and gain access to a larger pool of talent. Likewise, an EOR can provide compliance support, employee onboarding services, payroll processing, and other related services.

When a company hires an EOR, they start a multilateral business relationship with the EOR and the employees. The business and the employees remain in direct contact, also, the business is responsible for overseeing and assigning tasks and projects. Likewise, they must monitor employee performance and other duties.

No, an Employer of Record (EOR) is not only for international expansion. An EOR can be used for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Reducing the administrative burden of onboarding and managing employees
  • Streamlining payroll and human resource processes
  • Complying with local labor laws
  • Managing employee contracts and benefits
  • Securing workers’ compensation insurance
  • Reducing risk and liability associated with hiring employees.

The benefits of using an EOR include:

  • Time saving.
  • More precision.
  • Up-to-date records.
  • Less international regulatory risks.
  • Less overhead costs.
  • Use of technology and much more.

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