MOHRE Salary Certificate UAE 2026: How to Download, Verify & Use It
Full 2026 guide to the UAE MOHRE salary certificate — how to download it from the MOHRE app, when employers, banks, and embassies actually accept it, and what to do if your salary on the certificate is wrong.
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If you have ever applied for a UAE family visa, taken out a bank loan, opened a business account, or filed a visit visa for parents, you have probably been asked for a salary certificate from MOHRE. The catch is that there are actually two documents people call a salary certificate in the UAE, and one of them is increasingly being rejected by banks and embassies. This guide explains exactly what the MOHRE salary certificate is in 2026, how to download it from the MOHRE app or website, when you need the MOHRE version versus a bank-issued one, and what to do if the details on your certificate are wrong.
- The MOHRE salary certificate is a free digital document confirming your registered employment, basic salary, and total package.
- You can download it in 60 seconds from the MOHRE app once your contract is active.
- Most government services accept the MOHRE version, but many banks now want a bank-issued certificate from your salary-transfer bank instead.
- If a basic salary or allowance breakdown is wrong, only your employer can fix it through a MOHRE contract amendment.
What is a MOHRE salary certificate?
A MOHRE salary certificate is the official confirmation, issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, that you are a registered employee of a specific UAE establishment with a specific basic salary, housing allowance, transport allowance, and total monthly package. The certificate is generated automatically from the data your employer registered when they processed your work permit and MOHRE labour contract.
It contains your full name, nationality and passport number, Emirates ID number, employer name and MOHRE establishment number, job title, contract start date, the full breakdown of basic plus allowances, and the MOHRE QR verification code. The QR matters because any bank, embassy, or government counter can scan it to confirm the certificate is real and current.
How to download your MOHRE salary certificate in 2026
There are three routes: the MOHRE app, the MOHRE website, or a Tas-heel typing centre. The app is the fastest.
MOHRE app method
- Download the MOHRE - UAE app on iOS or Android. The publisher is the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
- Sign in with UAE PASS or with your MOHRE username and password.
- From the home screen, scroll to Services and tap Issue Salary Certificate.
- Select Arabic plus English as the language.
- Confirm your details and tap Generate.
- The certificate appears as a PDF. Save it to your phone or email it to yourself.
MOHRE website method
Open mohre.gov.ae in any browser, go to Services, then Individuals, then Salary Certificate. Sign in with UAE PASS and follow the same steps as the app.
Tas-heel typing centre method
Any Tas-heel typing centre across the UAE can issue the certificate for you. Bring your Emirates ID. The fee is around AED 20 to AED 30. This route is only needed if you cannot use the app or your UAE PASS is broken.
When you need MOHRE versus a bank salary certificate
Use a MOHRE salary certificate for Emirates ID renewal, family visa applications, most Schengen and US visa applications, Tas-heel services, court cases involving labour disputes, and rental contract submissions. Use a bank-issued salary certificate for personal loans, credit cards, car loans, mortgages, and any case where a lender wants confirmation that salary credits actually hit your account.
The split exists because a MOHRE certificate confirms your contractual salary but does not confirm that the salary has been paid. Lenders care about the latter. Most UAE banks issue a salary certificate against your salary-transfer account for free if you are a customer in good standing.
What to do if your MOHRE salary certificate is wrong
If your basic salary, housing allowance, or job title does not match your offer letter, the certificate cannot be edited directly. The underlying MOHRE contract record has to be amended first. Only your employer can do this.
Email your HR contact with the specific incorrect field and the correct value. Attach your offer letter as evidence. HR submits a contract amendment through MOHRE Tas-heel. Once MOHRE approves the amendment (usually two to five working days), regenerate your salary certificate and the new figure will appear.
If your employer refuses to correct a genuine error, especially one that under-states your basic salary, file a formal complaint with MOHRE via 600 590 000 or the Tawasul portal. Our guide on how to file a MOHRE complaint in UAE walks through every step.
Common rejection reasons
- Certificate too old. Most authorities want a certificate dated within the last 30 days. Regenerate the day before submission.
- Name mismatch with Emirates ID. Usually caused by inconsistent passport-name transliteration. The fix is a MOHRE amendment.
- Embassy wants a bank certificate. Some Schengen consulates explicitly want bank-issued. Re-check the embassy checklist.
- QR code unverifiable. The certificate is fake or stale. Regenerate from the app.
- Basic salary below sponsorship minimum. The current family-visa threshold is AED 4,000 basic with housing or AED 5,000 basic without housing.
Why basic salary matters for your gratuity
Your gratuity (end-of-service benefit) under UAE Labour Law is calculated on basic salary as registered with MOHRE, not on your total package and not on what your offer letter said. The MOHRE salary certificate is the authoritative source.
If your offer letter quoted AED 12,000 total but the MOHRE contract registered AED 5,000 basic plus AED 5,000 housing plus AED 2,000 transport, your gratuity is calculated on AED 5,000. After 10 years of service, that is roughly AED 60,000 instead of AED 144,000. Download your MOHRE salary certificate at least once a year and verify the basic salary line. Calculate your projected gratuity with the Gratuity Calculator using actual basic, not gross.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MOHRE salary certificate free?
Yes. Issuing the certificate through the MOHRE app or website is free. Typing centres charge AED 20 to AED 30 if you go through them.
How long is a MOHRE salary certificate valid?
There is no formal expiry, but most authorities require it to be issued within the last 30 days. Regenerate when needed.
Can I get an English-only version?
No. The standard certificate is bilingual Arabic and English. You do not need a separate translation for UAE government use.
Do free zone employees get a MOHRE salary certificate?
No. Free zone employees are registered with their free zone authority (DIFC, DMCC, ADGM, JAFZA, and others) and get the equivalent from that authority instead.
Can my employer block me from downloading my salary certificate?
No. The MOHRE app pulls directly from the live contract record. As long as your work permit is active, you can generate the certificate without your employer’s involvement.
What to do next
If your basic salary is lower than it should be, fix the contract first. Read our UAE Employment Contract Types guide to understand what should be on your contract, calculate your projected gratuity with the Gratuity Calculator, and if you suspect your employer is under-reporting basic salary, follow our MOHRE complaint guide.
Key takeaways
- Compare job offers using take-home value, accommodation support, overtime, and remittance costs, not just the headline salary.
- Check the practical monthly value of the role before you accept or reject an offer.
- Use live remittance and gratuity tools to understand the real financial difference between offers.
Written by
Resham KC
Co-Founder & Developer
Resham KC is a full-stack developer and career analyst with first-hand experience navigating the Gulf job market. He built theuaecareer.com to give expat job seekers a practical, no-nonsense resource for UAE, Saudi, and Qatar opportunities.
