Al Etihad, 1 June 2026: His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman and Member of the Supreme Council, has issued Ajman Law No. 4/2026 on Human Resources, effective 1 September 2026, introducing a comprehensive framework to enhance government efficiency, modernise workplace practices, and strengthen family and social stability.
The law applies to all civil employees in Ajman’s government entities and extends to senior management where no specific provisions exist. It grants the Department of Human Resources authority to review and update HR legislation, monitor compliance, and provide technical support to ensure optimal implementation. The department is also empowered to access HR data, issue guidelines, and coordinate with government bodies to secure qualified talent for future projects.
The legislation introduces flexible work models, including remote work inside and outside the UAE, flexible hours, and adjustments to daily schedules based on institutional needs. It also provides targeted benefits such as reduced working hours for employees with five or more children under 18, and additional support for pregnant employees and citizens with disabilities, ensuring inclusive workplace environments.
A major innovation is the introduction of 19 types of leave, covering professional, family, and social needs. These include family care leave, disability leave, marriage leave, parental leave, bereavement leave, pilgrimage leave, unpaid leave, and even leave for entrepreneurship. The law also allows the Executive Council Chairman to add new categories of leave as required.
To strengthen governance, the law regulates organisational structures, recruitment mechanisms, probation rules, and secondment procedures, while permitting the transfer of Emirati employees to the private sector in line with federal policies. It also establishes diverse promotion pathways—functional, financial, and exceptional—allowing outstanding employees to advance up to three grades.
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