Labor Accommodation Standards: Who Qualifies and What You Get

These standards establish the mandatory requirements for the quality of living environments provided to workers. This framework ensures that company-provided housing meets basic safety and cleanliness levels across the United Arab Emirates.

👤Who it's for

This scheme is specifically for employees who are provided with company housing as part of their employment arrangement. If your employer is responsible for providing your residence, you are covered by these standards. It is designed to protect the well-being of workers who rely on their companies for their daily living quarters.

🎁What you get

You are entitled to live in accommodation that meets specific health and safety requirements. This includes the right to safe, hygienic living conditions. The standards are in place to ensure that your living environment is sanitary, provides adequate space, and maintains the necessary safety protocols to prevent health risks or physical harm.

💰What it costs you

There is no cost to you for these protections. You should not be charged any fees to ensure that your employer adheres to these mandatory housing requirements.

⚠️The catch to know

The most important thing to remember is that the government does not automatically inspect every single room. If you find that your housing is substandard—meaning it is unsafe, unsanitary, or does not meet the required cleanliness levels—the responsibility falls on you to take action. To get this resolved, you must report the substandard housing to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. The most direct way to do this is by using the official mobile application provided by the ministry.

📝How to apply

1. Identify any issues with your housing regarding safety or hygiene.
2. Confirm that your housing is provided by your employer.
3. Download the official mobile app from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
4. Use the app to submit a report regarding the specific issues with your accommodation.