The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has issued a public warning about fraudulent emails impersonating the ministry, cautioning residents and workers in the UAE to stay alert against messages designed to steal personal and financial information.
In its official advisory, MoHRE said scammers are sending emails that falsely appear to come from the ministry. These messages often urge recipients to download files, click links, or provide sensitive details. According to MoHRE, the goal is to commit online fraud while misusing the ministry’s name and branding to appear legitimate.
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How the fake emails work
MoHRE explained that these phishing emails are crafted to look official at first glance. Some use familiar logos or sender names, while others copy the tone of government notices. The ministry stressed that the sender name alone should never be trusted, as it can be easily forged.
The public was advised to always check the full email address and carefully read the message content. Fake emails often contain small errors in spelling, formatting, or structure. Scammers also rely on urgency, warning recipients that action is required immediately to avoid penalties or service disruption.
Information MoHRE will never ask for
MoHRE made it clear that it does not request sensitive information through email. The ministry said it will never ask for passwords, one time verification codes, or bank and card details.
Any email asking for such information, even if it appears to come from MoHRE, should be treated as fraudulent.
How to verify official communications
To confirm whether a message is legitimate, MoHRE urged the public to use only its official channels. These include the ministry’s website at mohre.gov.ae, the MOHRE UAE mobile app, and its contact center hotline at 600590000.
MoHRE emphasized that these platforms are the only trusted sources for employment related updates and services.
What to do if you receive a suspicious email
If someone suspects they have been targeted by a fake MoHRE email, the ministry advises them not to reply and to stop any action immediately. Recipients should close the email or webpage, avoid clicking any links or opening attachments, delete the message, and change their email password as a precaution.
The warning comes as online scams continue to rise. The UAE Cyber Security Council has separately reported a significant increase in scam messages nationwide, reinforcing the need for vigilance.
MoHRE urged the public to remain cautious and to rely only on verified government channels when dealing with employment or labour related matters.