UAE Government Jobs: Official Portals for Federal, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and RAK
Where UAE government jobs are actually advertised, which portals are only for Emiratis, and where expats can apply. A guide to the federal and emirate-level hiring portals.
UAEIn brief
- Federal UAE government jobs are posted on the FAHR federal jobs portal; Dubai Government jobs on Dubai Careers.
- Abu Dhabi's TAMM job service and Sharjah's central job seeker service are for Emiratis only.
- Expats can apply directly on the careers pages of individual Abu Dhabi and Sharjah government entities.
- Ajman uses the Kawader portal and Ras Al Khaimah uses RAK Government Careers. Applying is free.
| Country | UAE |
|---|---|
| Organization | UAE federal and emirate government HR authorities |
| Official source | Gulf News – How to apply for a government job in the UAE ✓ gulfnews.com |
Government jobs in the UAE are popular for their stability and benefits. But there is no single portal for every emirate, and some portals are open only to UAE nationals. Here is where each government advertises jobs and who can apply.
At a glance
| Government | Where jobs are posted | Open to expats? |
|---|---|---|
| Federal | The federal government jobs portal of the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) | Depends on the job |
| Dubai | Dubai Careers (dubaicareers.ae) | Depends on the job |
| Abu Dhabi | TAMM's "Apply to a Job Vacancy" service | No, Emiratis only |
| Abu Dhabi entities | Each department's own careers page | Yes, for many roles |
| Sharjah | Sharjah HR department's job seeker service | No, Emiratis aged 18 to 64 |
| Sharjah entities | Each department's own careers page | Yes, for many roles |
| Ajman | Kawader portal of the Ajman HR department | Depends on the job |
| Ras Al Khaimah | RAK Government Careers (careers.rak.ae) | Depends on the job |
Federal government
The federal portal lists jobs at federal ministries and authorities, such as Emirates Health Services, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), the UAE Space Agency and the Federal Tax Authority. You register with your email, upload your CV and fill in your personal details.
Dubai
Dubai Careers is the Dubai Government's main hiring portal. Have these ready:
- CV in PDF or Word format
- Emirates ID and passport copy
- Educational certificates
Abu Dhabi
The central TAMM service is for Emiratis over 18, using UAE Pass. Expats apply directly to individual entities, for example:
- SEHA (Abu Dhabi Health Services)
- Department of Municipalities and Transport
- Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK)
- Department of Economic Development
- Abu Dhabi Digital Authority
Sharjah
As in Abu Dhabi, the central service is for Emiratis. Expats apply on the careers pages of bodies such as Sharjah Municipality, SEWA, Sharjah Airport, Sharjah Ports and the Department of Public Works.
Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah
- Ajman Kawader: sign in with UAE Pass or an email account, complete your profile (experience, qualifications, training, skills) and apply.
- RAK Careers: you need an Emirates ID number to register, plus a CV, certificates and passport number. You can set alerts for new jobs.
Tips for applying
- Read the eligibility line first. Many government roles are reserved for UAE nationals under Emiratisation.
- Keep your degree attested, since government employers often ask for it.
- Applying is free. Anyone charging a fee for a "government job" is likely a scam. See: Warning signs of a fake UAE job offer.
- Portal addresses can change, so reach them from each government's official website.
Frequently asked questions
Can expats apply for UAE government jobs?
Yes, for many roles, but some portals are only for UAE nationals. In Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, expats apply directly on individual government entities' careers pages.
Where are Dubai government jobs posted?
On Dubai Careers (dubaicareers.ae), the Dubai Government's main hiring portal.
Where can I find UAE federal government jobs?
On the federal jobs portal of the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR), which lists jobs at federal ministries and authorities.
Do I have to pay to apply for a UAE government job?
No. Applying is free. Anyone charging a fee for a government job is likely running a scam.
Apply only through the official source.
Open official notice →TheJobSeek never charges for jobs and is not a recruitment agency. If anyone asks you to pay for a job offer or visa in the name of this article, it is a scam.
