Before domestic workers start their employment in the UAE, many are required to attend a MOHRE Tawjeeh session — a mandatory orientation training program that educates them about their rights, responsibilities, UAE laws, and cultural norms. This guide explains what Tawjeeh is and who needs to attend.
⚡ Quick Facts
| 📋 Service | Tawjeeh — MOHRE Domestic Worker Orientation Training |
| 🏛️ Authority | MOHRE UAE (37 licensed Tawjeeh centers) |
| 🎓 Duration | Half-day to full-day session |
| 💰 Cost | Typically covered by employer or Tadbeer center |
| 📚 Language | Multiple languages including Arabic, English, Tagalog, Hindi, Amharic |
| 📞 MOHRE Helpline | 800 60 |
🎓 What is Tawjeeh?
Tawjeeh (Arabic: توجيه — meaning "guidance" or "orientation") refers to the MOHRE-licensed orientation and awareness centers in the UAE. MOHRE has licensed 37 Tawjeeh centers across the UAE that provide domestic workers with essential pre-employment education before they begin work in UAE households.
📚 What Do Workers Learn at Tawjeeh?
- ✅ UAE laws governing domestic workers (Federal Decree Law No. 9 of 2022)
- ✅ Worker rights — salary, rest days, passport rights, medical care
- ✅ Employer obligations — what the employer is legally required to provide
- ✅ UAE culture and customs — Islamic culture, Emirati traditions, household norms
- ✅ Employment contract review — understanding what was signed
- ✅ Complaint channels — how to contact MOHRE if rights are violated
- ✅ Safety awareness — what to do in emergencies, who to call for help
- ✅ Prohibited behaviors — what is not acceptable under UAE law
👩 Who Must Attend Tawjeeh?
Tawjeeh is required for:
- ✅ Domestic workers newly arriving in UAE for the first time
- ✅ Workers who have been recruited through a Tadbeer center (center arranges attendance)
- ✅ Workers whose employer has requested orientation
🌍 Languages Available at Tawjeeh
MOHRE Tawjeeh sessions are conducted in multiple languages to ensure all domestic workers fully understand the content:
- 🇦🇪 Arabic
- 🇬🇧 English
- 🇵🇭 Filipino/Tagalog
- 🇮🇳 Hindi / Malayalam
- 🇱🇰 Sinhala
- 🇪🇹 Amharic
- 🇮🇩 Bahasa Indonesia
- 🇰🇪 Swahili
🔄 How Tawjeeh Works in Practice
Worker enters on work permit with Tadbeer or direct sponsorship.
Most Tadbeer centers include Tawjeeh as part of their package.
Half-day or full-day training in their language at a MOHRE Tawjeeh center.
Proof of orientation completion — may be required for work permit processing.
Armed with full awareness of rights and responsibilities.
✅ Benefits of Tawjeeh
👩 For Workers
- Knows their rights from day one
- Knows emergency contacts
- Understands UAE law and customs
- Less vulnerable to exploitation
👨👩👧 For Employers
- Worker understands obligations
- Clear expectations from both sides
- Reduces disputes and misunderstandings
- More productive working relationship
Is Tawjeeh mandatory in UAE?
Tawjeeh is required for domestic workers entering UAE through official channels. Most Tadbeer centers include Tawjeeh orientation as a standard part of their recruitment package.
Do I pay for my maid's Tawjeeh training?
Most Tadbeer centers include Tawjeeh in their recruitment package fee. For direct hires, the employer typically arranges and covers the Tawjeeh cost.
Can the domestic worker refuse to attend Tawjeeh?
No — Tawjeeh is a mandatory government requirement. A domestic worker who refuses orientation may have their work permit processing delayed.
How long does the Tawjeeh session take?
Typically half a day (4 hours) or a full day depending on the program and language group.
What happens after Tawjeeh completion?
The worker receives a Tawjeeh completion certificate which may be required as part of the work permit finalization process.
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📌 Source: MOHRE UAE Official Website — Updated 2026. Always verify latest requirements at mohre.gov.ae.