Special Government Services in Dubai: Amer, Tadbeer, Tasheel, and Ejari Explained
Anyone who has tried to renew a trade license, hire a domestic worker, or register a tenancy contract in Dubai has likely come across a set of government service platforms with names that mean nothing until you actually need them: Amer, Tadbeer, Tasheel, and Ejari. Each one handles a different category of transaction, and understanding what they do saves a lot of confusion when a specific document or approval is suddenly required.
What Is Amer?
Amer centers are authorized service centers that process a wide range of Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) transactions in Dubai, including trade license issuance, renewals, amendments, and initial approvals for new businesses. Rather than visiting DET directly, business owners can complete most licensing-related transactions through an Amer center.
What Is Tadbeer?
Tadbeer centers regulate the recruitment and employment of domestic workers in the UAE, including housemaids, nannies, drivers, and caregivers. All domestic worker visa applications, contracts, and renewals must go through an authorized Tadbeer center, replacing the older typing office system for this category of employment.
What Is Tasheel?
Tasheel handles labour-related transactions under the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), including work permits, labour contracts, and employment visa processing for companies operating in the UAE mainland. It is the primary channel businesses use to manage their workforce documentation.
What Is Ejari?
Ejari is Dubai’s official tenancy contract registration system, managed by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA). Every tenancy contract in Dubai, whether residential or commercial, must be registered through Ejari, and the resulting certificate is required for DEWA connections, trade license applications tied to a physical office, and visa applications that require proof of residence.
Why These Services Matter for Businesses
A business setup in Dubai typically touches all four platforms at some point:
- Amer for the trade license itself
- Tasheel for employee work permits and labour contracts
- Tadbeer if the business owner or executives sponsor domestic staff
- Ejari to register the office or shop lease, which is often required before a trade license can be issued or renewed
Missing a step on any of these can delay a license renewal, block a visa application, or hold up a DEWA connection.
Common Documents Required
- Passport copies and Emirates ID
- Trade license copy (for Amer and Tasheel transactions)
- Tenancy contract and title deed or landlord NOC (for Ejari)
- Labour contract details (for Tasheel and Tadbeer)
- Company stamp and authorized signatory documents
Common Mistakes That Cause Delays
- Registering Ejari after the trade license renewal deadline instead of before
- Submitting mismatched details between the tenancy contract and Emirates ID
- Missing labour card renewal dates through Tasheel, which can lead to fines
- Assuming domestic worker visas can be processed through a regular typing office instead of Tadbeer
How Addon Global Helps
Addon Global manages special government services in Dubai on behalf of clients, coordinating Amer, Tasheel, Tadbeer, and Ejari transactions so that license renewals, employee documentation, and tenancy registrations are completed correctly and on time. We track renewal deadlines across all four platforms and handle the paperwork so business owners are not left chasing appointments or resubmitting rejected applications. If you are setting up a new office or renewing a trade license, our team can also guide you through related requirements like Dubai Department Approvals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Ejari even for a home office setup?
In most cases, yes. Ejari registration is typically required for any registered business address, including certain home-based license categories.
Can I process a work permit without going through Tasheel?
No, Tasheel is the designated channel for MOHRE labour transactions for mainland companies.
Is Tadbeer only for domestic workers, or does it cover all employees?
Tadbeer is specifically for domestic worker categories such as housemaids, drivers, and caregivers, not general company employees, which fall under Tasheel.