Abu Dhabi, Feb. 25 -- The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has closed 12 offices involved in recruiting domestic workers without the required licences, referring the cases to the Public Prosecution in coordination with Economic Development Departments across the country.

In a statement, the MoHRE said the violations were uncovered as part of ongoing inspection campaigns aimed at regulating UAE domestic worker recruitment and ensuring compliance with labour laws. The action forms part of ongoing efforts to protect the rights of both employers and workers and enhance transparency in the sector.

The ministry revealed that around 300 violations were detected in 2025, committed by 57 domestic worker recruitment off...