Welder

As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), entry-level welders earn 2,500 AED per month basic salary plus 500 AED housing allowance, while experienced welders with 5+ years earn 6,000 AED per month as of 2026. Total packages include food allowance of 300 AED. Salaries are protected under the Wage Protection System with monthly payments.

As per the UAE Government Portal, foreign welders need an employer-sponsored residence visa valid for 2-3 years, with employer fees of 200 AED for entry permit, 370 AED medical test, and 300 AED annual labour card as of 2026. The visa requires employer approval via MOHRE portal and passport valid for 6 months. Processing completes in 5 working days.

As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), welders need a vocational diploma in welding or equivalent plus minimum 2 years relevant experience as of 2026. Qualifications from abroad must be attested by the issuing country Ministry of Education and UAE Embassy. No high school diploma alone qualifies without trade certification.

As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), employers submit applications via MOHRE portal with passport copy, 4 passport photos, attested welding certificates, 2 experience letters, and pre-medical report as of 2026. Steps include job offer, work permit approval in 7 days, then visa stamping. Job seekers use licensed Tawjeeh centers for recruitment.