- Licensed Outsourcing & Recruitment Company
- Dubai Silicon Oasis, UAE
- +971 42833226
- info@combuzzhr.com
- +971 42833226
- info@combuzzhr.com
Employer of Record (EOR)
Hire talent around the world and expand your business quickly and compliantly with Combuzz's Employer of Record (EOR) services.
We act as the legal employer on your behalf, managing employment contracts, payroll, visa processing, HR administration, and compliance requirements, while your team manages day-to-day operations and performance.
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All EOR services included, per employee / month. Government fees extra. T&C apply.
Visa, insurance and deposit are billed separately. Full breakdown below, or estimate your total with our EOR cost calculator.
Below AED 4,000 a month
Unskilled Visa Category
All EOR services included, per employee / month. Government fees extra. T&C apply.
Visa, insurance and deposit are billed separately. Full breakdown below, or estimate your total with our EOR cost calculator.
AED 4,000 a month and above
Skilled Visa Category
| Monthly salary | Visa category | Your fee |
|---|---|---|
| Below AED 4,000 | Non-professional (Unskilled Visa) | Standard, USD 150 |
| AED 4,000 and above | Professional (Skilled Visa) | Professional, USD 375 |
| On your invoice | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Management fee | USD 150 or USD 375 | Per employee, per month |
| Visa, permit, medical, Emirates ID | Charge based on the visa | Government cost, quoted before you sign |
| Health insurance | From AED 900/ YEAR | Mandatory. You choose the tier. |
| Security deposit | 1 month’s salary | Refundable. |
| End-of-service gratuity | Accrued monthly | Passed through at cost |
| Other charges | (ILOE insurance, overstay fines if any, currency conversion) | Only where they apply. |
Residency visa, labour card, medical test and Emirates ID.
Drafted under UAE law, mainland or free zone as the case requires.
Salaries processed in AED through the Wage Protection System.
Leave, sick leave, parental leave, public holidays and overtime.
End-of-service calculations and settlements on termination.
Mandatory cover arranged and renewed for each employee.
Social security deductions and contributions, where applicable.
Employee support, HR advice, contract renewals and offboarding.
Regulatory updates and liaison with labour and free zone authorities.
Four steps from first call to first payslip.
Hire without a licence or office.
Start hiring in days, not months.
UAE labour law handled by specialists.
No HR and payroll build-out.
Test a market before you commit.
Employ talent before you open an office.
Breaking Down Barriers to International Expansion With Employer Of Record. Combuzz provides Employer of Record services which are designed to ensure your local and international employee management is taken care of. It’s the quickest, most efficient, and most cost-effective way to expand your workforce and your company’s capacity and capabilities.
Combuzz will be your extended HR partner for employee management from onboarding, document management, MOHRE approvals, e-visa to exit formalities end-of-service management and redeployment. Our payroll bureau service includes secure calculation, verification, and processing of monthly payroll through to payslip preparation and distribution.
Combuzz is a licensed Outsourcing & Recruitment company, approved by the UAE Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratization (MOHRE). We take pride in being a fully compliant and trusted provider of Employer of Record (EOR) services in Dubai, offering legal employee outsourcing solutions across all sectors. Our services ensure businesses in the UAE can seamlessly onboard and manage talent while we handle visa processing, payroll, and all MOHRE-related obligations with complete transparency and legal assurance.
Our Employer of Record solutions provide clients with a streamlined process that minimizes administrative overheads and generates measurable benefits when sourcing talent. The best part is that you won’t have to set up a legal entity since we can offer you a trustworthy employment solution.
New to the model? Read our complete guide to Employer of Record services in the UAE, or see how an EOR compares with a PEO.
Using EOR can solve many of the challenges faced by foreign or multi-jurisdictional companies when hiring in the UAE. Here is the core advantages compared with In-house hiring:
In-House Company Sponsorship | Aspect | Combuzz EOR Services |
Company is responsible for employee visa sponsorship, renewals, and cancellations — increasing administrative workload. | Sponsorship & Visa | Employees are fully sponsored and managed by Combuzz, eliminating visa and immigration administration. |
Employees appear on your MOHRE list, increasing total headcount and Emiratization obligations. | MOHRE Headcount | Employees are not added under your MOL list — no increase in company headcount. |
Increased headcount raises your Emiratization target; you must hire and retain UAE nationals. | Emiratization Quota | No additional Emiratization quota impact — allowing complete workforce flexibility. |
Mandatory registration of Emirati employees and monthly pension payments; delays result in heavy fines. | GPSSA (Pension) Compliance | Not applicable — Combuzz handles all statutory obligations, removing pension compliance risk. |
Company must maintain UAE Nationals MOHRE records, attendance logs, and adhere to multiple compliance audits. | MOHRE & Legal Compliance | Combuzz manages all legal and labour compliance, ensuring full adherence to UAE regulations. |
Company must manage payroll processing, WPS file submissions, and timely salary transfers. | Payroll & WPS Process | Combuzz manages payroll, WPS, and payments, ensuring full legal compliance and timely processing. |
Internal HR team must handle employee records, leave Management, HR letters, documentation, and renewals. | HR Administration | Combuzz provides end-to-end HR management, reducing internal workload and resource costs. |
Increased headcount raises overhead costs, HR expenses, and Dubai Municipality accommodation fees during license renewal. | Overhead & Operational Costs | No additional cost on license-renewal — lower total overhead cost, admin costs and simplified renewals. |
As your headcount grows, you may face nationality diversity limits — restricting the number of employees from the same nationality under your sponsorship. | Nationality Diversity Restriction | No nationality restrictions — you can hire any number of employees from any nationality through Combuzz EOR. |
Limited flexibility in hiring or downsizing due to visa sponsorship constraints. | Flexibility & Scalability | Highly flexible — easily scale workforce up or down without affecting company overhead cost and Emiratization ratios. |
HR and compliance burdens distract from core operations and growth activities. It consumes management time and resources | Focus on Core Business | Combuzz manages all employee-related processes, allowing your team to focus on business performance. |
Entering a new market often involves significant legal, administrative, and financial challenges.
Setting up a company in a new country can be a lengthy process involving registrations, licensing, banking, office setup, and ongoing administrative obligations.
With Combuzz’s Employer of Record (EOR) service, you can legally hire employees in the UAE without establishing your own local entity. We become the employer of record, handling employment contracts, onboarding, payroll administration, and workforce management while your employees work exclusively for your business.
Benefits
Weighing up your options? Our guide to EOR vs company setup in the UAE compares the costs and timelines side by side.
Speed is often a competitive advantage when expanding into a new region. Delays in company setup and employment processes can slow business growth and cause missed opportunities.
Our EOR solution enables you to onboard employees quickly by managing the employment lifecycle on your behalf. Instead of navigating multiple administrative procedures, you can begin building your local team while we take care of the employment framework.
This allows your business to:
Employment regulations can vary significantly between countries, making compliance one of the biggest challenges for international businesses.
Combuzz helps businesses navigate UAE employment requirements by supporting compliant employment practices, maintaining proper documentation, and managing workforce administration in line with applicable regulations.
Our services include support for:
By partnering with Combuzz, businesses reduce administrative risks and gain confidence that their workforce is managed professionally and responsibly.
For Emirati hiring obligations, see our Emiratization services and our employer guide to Emiratisation compliance.
Managing employees involves much more than hiring. Payroll, contracts, employee records, onboarding, documentation, leave management, and day-to-day HR administration all require time and expertise.
Our Employer of Record service allows your internal teams to focus on strategic business priorities while we manage the operational aspects of employment administration.
We support businesses by handling:
This creates greater operational efficiency and allows leadership teams to concentrate on business growth rather than administrative processes.
Need support beyond employment? Our Corporate PRO services handle government transactions, and our HR advisory and payroll services support the teams you employ directly.
Business needs change quickly. Whether you’re launching a new project, entering a new market, or expanding your operations, workforce flexibility is essential.
An Employer of Record allows you to scale your workforce without the long-term infrastructure required to establish and manage a local legal entity.
Whether you need to hire:
Combuzz provides flexible workforce solutions that grow alongside your business.
Expanding beyond the UAE? See the countries we serve.
We manage the complete onboarding process, ensuring a smooth and compliant employee experience from day one.
Accurate and timely payroll administration is critical for employee satisfaction and compliance.
We handle day-to-day employment administration so your team can focus on operations.
Immigration requirements can be complex. Our experts help facilitate workforce mobility and documentation processes.
Deep understanding of local labour regulations and employment requirements.
Accelerated hiring and onboarding processes to meet urgent workforce demands.
We leverage modern AI technology, automation, and digital workflows to streamline our solutions.
Stay compliant with UAE employment regulations, payroll obligations, and documentation requirements.
