My salary is unpaid in the UAE, what is the first step?

First call MOHRE on 600590000, available 24/7, or use the MOHRE app. Use the Register Labour Complaints service on mohre.gov.ae. MOHRE reviews your complaint and tries to settle it between you and your employer. For a wage problem, MOHRE can issue a decision; if it is not resolved within about 14 days, MOHRE gives you a referral letter to the Labour Court. Bring your Emirates ID, labour contract and bank statements showing the missing salary. If your employer stops WPS payments, this triggers checks. Keep your complaint number to follow up.