MOHRE Tabby Payment Installment: How to Pay Fees and Fines in Instalments
Your PRO calls on a Monday morning. A renewal slipped past its deadline, there’s now a fine on the establishment file, and the total looks ugly next to this month’s payroll.
The good news is that you may not need to find all of it at once. Since 22 July 2026, MOHRE lets customers pay eligible service fees and administrative fines through Tabby in instalments, over 4 to 12 months, up to AED 20,000 per transaction. You choose the instalment option inside MOHRE’s digital channels. Tabby decides whether to approve you and shows any charges before you confirm.
Below you’ll find what it covers, how it differs from the bank-card option, what to check before you accept, and when it’s the wrong move.
Safety Note: The biggest risk is fake payment links: WhatsApp or SMS messages saying you owe a MOHRE fine and should “pay now via Tabby”, or agents promising instant approval. Pay only inside MOHRE’s own channels. theuaeweb.com is only an informational platform, not MOHRE or Tabby. Fees, limits and terms change; last checked 18 October 2026. Verify at MOHRE’s official website. This is general information, not financial or legal advice, and instalments are credit, so read the total cost first.
Can you pay MOHRE fees in instalments with Tabby?
Yes. MOHRE launched the service on 22 July 2026. Customers can pay fees and fines owed to the ministry over 4 to 12 months, with a maximum of AED 20,000 per transaction. You access it through MOHRE’s digital channels by choosing the instalment payment option.
It isn’t automatic. Approval, the repayment period and any charges depend on Tabby’s assessment and the terms shown at payment.
What can you pay through Tabby at MOHRE?
Service fees and administrative fines. MOHRE handles work permits, employment contract procedures, establishment transactions and other labour-market services, along with the fines that come from breaking labour rules, permit conditions or procedures. Domestic worker services are covered by the ministry too.
Not every transaction is guaranteed to qualify. The announcement says “eligible” fees and fines, and doesn’t list exclusions. Check at the payment screen.
| Quick facts | Detail |
|---|---|
| Launched | 22 July 2026 |
| Who offers it | MOHRE, with Tabby as the provider |
| Covers | Eligible service fees and administrative fines |
| Maximum | AED 20,000 per transaction |
| Repayment period | 4 to 12 months |
| Approval | Subject to Tabby’s assessment |
| Charges | Shown before you confirm (see below) |
How do you pay MOHRE fees with Tabby?
Start the payment in MOHRE’s digital channels, choose the instalment option, let Tabby assess you, review the plan, and confirm only if the numbers work. MOHRE’s announcement gives no screen-by-screen guide, so wording may differ from what you see.
- Start the transaction on MOHRE’s website or app as you normally would.
- Pick the instalment option at the payment step. The ministry says to select the instalment payment option following the approved procedures.
- Let Tabby assess your request. Tabby looks at factors that may include your payment history, unpaid balances, the transaction value and other credit-related information. You may be asked to sign in or register with Tabby.
- Read the plan: number of instalments, each amount, due dates, and any service charge.
- Confirm only if you can cover every payment. Save the confirmation and check the transaction status in your MOHRE account.
How does Tabby work with a government payment?
Tabby pays MOHRE first and you repay Tabby. Tabby settles the transaction amount with the ministry, while the customer repays the company through an agreed instalment plan. Your MOHRE transaction is settled in full, but you now owe Tabby.
The Ministry of Finance said any commission is borne by the customer, and only if they choose this service. That’s the part to read carefully.
Does Tabby charge interest or fees on MOHRE payments?
It depends on the plan, and the sources don’t fully agree. One report says Tabby offers four-payment plans without interest or fees for many transactions, while a service charge may apply for longer repayment periods. Any cost is displayed before you confirm. MOHRE’s announcement doesn’t state charges.
So don’t assume a 12-month plan costs the same as a four-payment plan. Compare the total you’ll repay to the original fee. Instalments don’t reduce the underlying fee or fine.
Tabby vs credit-card instalments: which should you use?
MOHRE already offered bank-card instalments before Tabby. These work with credit cards from eight approved banks, for up to 12 months at zero interest with no maximum transaction limit, under each bank’s terms and your card limit. The banks are Emirates NBD, ADCB, ADIB, FAB, Mashreq, CBD, CIB and RAKBANK.
| Tabby | Bank-card instalment | |
|---|---|---|
| Limit | AED 20,000 per transaction | No fixed limit; depends on your card limit |
| Period | 4 to 12 months | Up to 12 months |
| Cost | Shown at checkout; may include a charge on longer plans | Zero interest, under the bank’s terms |
| Needs | Tabby approval | Card from one of the eight banks |
| Best for | People without an eligible card | Cardholders with enough limit |
Tabby gives customers a route that doesn’t depend on holding a card from one of the eight banks. If you have an eligible card with room on the limit, the bank option may cost less. Ask your bank for its exact terms before choosing.
Which MOHRE fees and fines are worth splitting?
Splitting helps with big one-off bills. Earlier coverage of MOHRE’s fee schedule gave examples, though amounts may have changed, so verify them:
- A fine of AED 200 per month, up to AED 2,000, for failing to renew a work permit within 60 days of expiry.
- A fine of AED 100 per day, up to AED 2,000, for missing certain mission-permit deadlines.
- A fine of AED 20,000 per worker for false Emiratisation practices, and the same for breaching midday work ban rules.
A AED 2,000 fine split over several months is manageable. A AED 20,000-per-worker fine sits right at the Tabby ceiling, and several of them at once exceed it per transaction. If you’re facing that, speak to MOHRE and a licensed UAE labour lawyer, not just a payment app.
The cheapest fix is still prevention. Put renewal dates in your calendar well before the 60-day mark.
Who should not use Tabby for MOHRE payments?
- Anyone who can pay in full without strain. Instalments only add a step and possible charges.
- Employees being asked to pay employer-side costs. Check MOHRE’s guidance first on who should bear a given fee or fine.
- Anyone whose income is unstable. Missing a payment has consequences.
- Anyone already behind on other credit. Tabby assesses unpaid balances, so you may be declined.
- Anyone responding to a link in a message. Go to MOHRE’s channels yourself.
Common mistakes and myths vs facts
| Myth | Fact |
|---|---|
| Tabby reduces the fine | It only spreads payment; the fee or fine stays the same |
| Everyone gets approved | Tabby assesses each request |
| It’s always interest-free | Charges may apply, especially on longer plans |
| The limit is AED 20,000 per day | It’s per transaction |
| It replaces card instalments | It sits alongside them |
| A payment agent can unlock approval | Approval is Tabby’s decision |
Common mistakes: accepting the longest plan without checking the total, forgetting due dates, and paying through a link someone sent.
What if Tabby is declined or doesn’t appear?
Check the amount first. It must be within the AED 20,000 per-transaction ceiling and eligible. If you’re declined:
- Try the bank-card instalment option if you hold a card from one of the eight banks.
- Split the payment across separate eligible transactions only if MOHRE’s rules allow it. Confirm with MOHRE first.
- Ask your PRO or MOHRE through official channels.
- Pay in full if you can, to stop fines growing.
What happens if you miss a Tabby payment?
You deal with Tabby, not MOHRE, since Tabby already paid the ministry. Missed payments may affect your access to future credit or lead to charges under the provider’s terms. Read Tabby’s terms on late payments before you accept.
Is the same option available for other government services?
Yes, for some. ICP introduced Tabby for eligible service fees up to AED 20,000, with repayment periods of three to 12 months. It follows a Ministry of Finance agreement with Tabby covering federal entities. Each entity sets its own rules, so check the individual service.
People Also Ask: MOHRE Tabby FAQ
Can I pay MOHRE fees with Tabby?
Yes, for eligible service fees and administrative fines, since 22 July 2026. Choose the instalment option in MOHRE’s digital channels.
What is the MOHRE Tabby limit?
AED 20,000 per transaction.
How many months can I split MOHRE payments with Tabby?
Between 4 and 12 months, subject to Tabby’s approval and the plan offered.
Does Tabby charge interest on MOHRE payments?
Plans may be fee-free for shorter terms, while longer ones may carry a service charge. The plan shows any cost before you confirm.
Can I pay MOHRE fines with Tabby?
Yes, administrative fines are covered if they’re eligible and within the limit.
Is Tabby better than credit-card instalments?
It depends. Card instalments from the eight approved banks run up to 12 months at zero interest under the bank’s terms. Tabby suits people without such a card.
Will Tabby approve everyone?
No. Tabby assesses payment history, unpaid balances, transaction value and other credit information.
What if I miss a Tabby payment?
You may face charges under Tabby’s terms, and it may affect your future credit access.
Is the Tabby option safe?
Use it only inside MOHRE’s official channels. Never pay through links sent by message or by agents.
