By the end of 2025, all private sector companies in the UAE with 50 or more employees—including banks—must achieve an 8% Emiratization rate in skilled roles. This is part of the government’s phased Emiratization strategy that mandates
To meet Emiratization compliance, banks must develop clear internal strategies, including targeted recruitment of Emiratis, internship-to-employment pipelines, customized training, and continuous performance tracking. Partnering with Emiratization specialists is critical. Regular submissions to MOHRE and alignment with Central
Banks in the UAE commonly Emiratize customer-facing and operational roles such as Tellers, Customer Service Representatives, Relationship Managers, and Operations Support staff. Recently, there’s been a shift toward upskilling Emiratis for more technical and strategic roles—Risk Analysts,
Emiratization in banking is vital for creating a sustainable, diversified economy. It strengthens national capacity, builds financial expertise within the local population, and aligns with the country’s socio-economic vision. For banks, Emiratization enhances customer trust, supports Arabic-language