How do I file a complaint with MOHRE for wrongful termination in the UAE?

If you believe you were wrongfully or arbitrarily terminated in the UAE private sector, the process starts with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). You can lodge a labour complaint through MOHRE's channels — its app, website, call centre, or service centres — setting out the dispute and your claim (for example, unpaid notice, withheld settlement, or unlawful dismissal). MOHRE first attempts an amicable settlement between you and the employer. If the dispute cannot be settled at that stage, it is referred onward to the labour court for a judicial decision, where remedies such as compensation for arbitrary dismissal (court-assessed, up to three months' wage) and outstanding dues can be ordered. To prepare, gather your employment contract, payslips, any termination letter, and evidence of the real reason for dismissal, and note key dates, since claims are subject to time limits. Acting promptly protects your position. You can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI to help you prepare your MOHRE complaint and, if needed, represent you if the matter proceeds to the labour court.