How do I file a labour case in Dubai Courts after a MOHRE complaint?

For mainland Dubai employment, the labour dispute starts at MOHRE, and only if amicable settlement fails does it move to Dubai Courts with a referral memo. At the Dubai Courts stage, you register the labour case—through the court's service channels or smart services—attaching the MOHRE referral, your contract, Emirates ID, salary and WPS records, and a statement of your claim. Dubai Courts has a dedicated labour circuit that handles wage, gratuity, notice, and termination claims. The court schedules hearings, may refer disputed sums to an accounting expert, and then issues a judgment. There may be a right to appeal to a higher circuit within the period allowed by law, after which the judgment becomes final. If the employer does not pay, you enforce the final judgment through the Dubai execution court. Workers' labour claims often benefit from fee treatment set by law for employees, so check the current position rather than assuming a figure. For help drafting your claim and calculating entitlements, you can consult verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI. Confirm filing steps directly with Dubai Courts.