Emirati Salary Support Scheme

Brief Description

The Emirati Salary Support Scheme aims to support the salaries of Emirate Nationals who wish to work and participate in training programs in the private sector. Nationals employed in full-time jobs are eligible for a top-up of the difference between their salary and the relevant target salary, not exceeding a specified ceiling amount.

For more information, please visit: https://nafis.gov.ae/emirati-salary-support-scheme

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the scheme, applicants must meet the following conditions:

• First, meet the general conditions for UAE Nationals to benefit from Nafis as stated in the website FAQ.

• Currently employed in the private or financial sector.

• Earning up to 30,000 AED per month.

• Must not receive any salary from any government entity (local or federal) or any retirement salary, unless it is earned as an inheritance.

• Salaries must be paid through the Wage Protection System or other official payment methods.

• Must have an active pension contribution with either ADRPBF or GPSSA.

• Pension contributions must have been paid for the last 2 months.

• Must not own shares in the establishment where they work.

• Must not be enrolled in the National Healthcare program through Nafis.