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Manpower Supply Cost in the UAE: What Businesses Should Expect

What drives the cost of supplied labour in the UAE, how pricing is structured, and how to compare quotes without getting caught by hidden costs.

By Moon Treasure Team · 1 min read

Manpower supply in the UAE is typically priced as a transparent monthly rate per worker, which bundles the worker's wage, visa and sponsorship costs, insurance, and the supplier's management. The exact figure depends on skill level, sector, contract length and headcount.

What drives the price

  • Skill level: skilled trades cost more than general labour.
  • Sector: specialised or licensed sectors (e.g. security) carry higher rates.
  • Contract length: longer commitments usually reduce the per-worker rate.
  • Headcount: larger, stable orders are more efficient to service.

What a good quote includes

A proper quote states the monthly rate per worker, what's included (wage, visa, insurance, management), the contract term, and mobilisation timeline. You should receive compliant tax invoices for every period.

Comparing suppliers fairly

Don't compare on price alone. A rate well below market often means undocumented workers, poor welfare, or hidden costs that surface later. Compare on licences, screening quality, mobilisation speed, and whether the supplier can manage workers on-site.

Moon Treasure quotes transparently and, through its FM division, can supervise deployed teams. Request a quote for your specific roles and headcount.

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