Night Work Permit Dubai Police: Who Needs It, How to Apply, and What It Covers

If your business in Dubai operates after regular working hours between 9 PM and 6 AM you may be required to obtain a night work permit from Dubai Police. This permit is mandatory for specific industries performing essential non-commercial tasks such as maintenance, inventory management, billboard installation, or filming inside malls or commercial buildings.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Dubai Police night work permit, including eligibility, documents, process, fees, and timelines.

Who Needs a Night Work Permit in Dubai?

This permit is required for businesses conducting non-commercial activities during night hours in Dubai, such as:

• Inventory checks in retail stores
• Maintenance inside malls or bank premises
• Billboard installation
• Film or media shoots
• Any closed-hour work that could raise security alerts

⚠️ Commercial activities like customer-facing retail or sales are not covered under this permit.

Validity & Approval Process

• The permit is valid for up to 14 days from the start date
• Requires No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from:
  • Property management/owner
  • The Central Bank (for banks, exchange houses, or gold shops)

Required Documents

Before applying, ensure the following documents are ready:

1. Emirates ID (front and back) of all employees involved
2. Valid residency permits for workers
3. Trade license of both the business and implementing company
4. Signature authorization letter
5. Arabic letter to CID with:
   • Executing company name
   • Nationality
   • Phone numbers
   • Start and end date/time of work
6. Employee list in Arabic with names, nationalities, and ID numbers
7. NOC from property owner or mall for working after hours
8. Central Bank letter & automated alarm number (only for banks/currency/gold shops)
9. Copy of short-term contract (if duration < 6 months)

How to Apply for the Night Work Permit

You can apply through any of the following Dubai Police channels:

• Dubai Police App (iOS or Android)
• Dubai Police Website
• Smart Police Stations
• Traditional Police Stations

⏱️ Processing Time: 1 working day
💡 For faster processing, submit all subsidiary and employee data in one request

Fees & Payment Options

• Service Fee: AED 100
• Knowledge Fee: AED 10
• Innovation Fee: AED 10
• Total: AED 120

Accepted payment methods:

• Debit/Credit Cards (Visa, Mastercard)
• Apple Pay
• Cash (at service centers)

Night Work Permits in Abu Dhabi

If you operate in Abu Dhabi, the process is even faster:

• Permit issued within 4 hours
• No service fee charged

Still, the required documents and NOCs apply.

Note: Please double info with related authorities