What changed in 2026 (Ministerial Resolution No. 122)

📋 MoHRE just raised the bar. Here is exactly what changed for UAE labour camp operators in 2026.

Ministerial Resolution No. 122 of 2026 came into force in February 2026 and introduced seven significant new mandatory requirements for all employer-provided accommodation in the UAE. If you manage, own, or inspect a labour camp — these apply to you now.

Here is the complete list of new obligations:

1. Free Internet — Mandatory
High-speed internet coverage must be provided across all accommodation areas at no cost to workers. This is no longer a welfare bonus — it is a legal requirement.

2. 24/7 Medical Clinics
Accommodations housing 1,000 or more workers must now operate a fully staffed medical clinic around the clock. Smaller facilities must maintain a qualified nurse and first-aid room.

3. Supervisor Ratio — 1 per 200 Workers
A minimum of one supervisor per 200 workers must be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, acting as the primary liaison between the workforce and management.

4. CCTV at All Entrances and Common Areas
Comprehensive CCTV surveillance is now mandatory at all entrances, exits, and common areas — not just the main gate.

5. Facilities for People of Determination
Dedicated, accessible facilities for workers with disabilities or injuries are now a legal requirement, not a recommendation.

6. Electronic Contact Point — Labour Claims Center
Every accommodation must provide an electronic contact point giving workers direct access to the Ministry's Labour Consultations and Claims Center.

7. Specialised Maintenance and Cleaning Contracts
Accommodation operators must now hold active contracts with specialised maintenance and cleaning companies. Ad-hoc arrangements are no longer sufficient.

These requirements apply to all accommodations across all seven emirates and free zones, in addition to the existing Cabinet Resolution No. 13 of 2009 standards.

Full breakdown with references at sitesafetyuae.com

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