How to Get a UAE Work Experience Certificate After Resignation (Sample Letter Included)

Unlike some countries where employment history can be verified informally, UAE employers and immigration processes often expect a formal, signed, and stamped experience certificate as proof of your employment history. Future employers may specifically ask for it during onboarding, and it can also support certain visa or licensing applications, especially in regulated fields such as healthcare or education.

• Company letterhead and official company stamp
• Your full name matching your passport or Emirates ID
• Your job title
• Your exact employment start and end dates
• A brief description of your role or responsibilities, if requested
• Signature and stamp from an authorized company representative

1. Ask in writing, ideally by email, so there is a clear record of your request and the date.
2. Request it before your last working day rather than after.
3. Specify the exact details you need included, such as job title, dates, and duties.
4. Follow up formally if the certificate is delayed.
5. Keep both a physical and digital copy once received.

Subject: Request for Experience Certificate — [Your Full Name]

Dear [HR Manager's Name],

As my last working day with [Company Name] approaches on [Date], I would like to formally request my experience certificate.

Could you please confirm the certificate will include my job title, exact employment dates ([Start Date] to [End Date]), and a brief description of my role? Please let me know if you need any additional information from my side to process this.

I would appreciate receiving the signed and stamped certificate by [reasonable date]. Thank you for your support throughout my time here.

Best regards, [Your Full Name] [Employee ID, if applicable]

[Company Letterhead]

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

This is to certify that [Employee Full Name] was employed with [Company Name] as [Job Title] from [Start Date] to [End Date].

During this period, [he/she/they] was responsible for [brief description of role or responsibilities].

[He/She/They] is relieved of all duties as of [End Date]. We wish [him/her/them] success in future endeavors.

[Authorized Signature] [Name, Title] [Company Stamp] [Date Issued]

• Waiting until after your last day to request it
• Not checking the spelling of your name and dates before the certificate is finalized
• Losing your only copy instead of saving a digital version
• Assuming a verbal reference is enough when a formal stamped document is required

• Request your experience certificate in writing before your last working day.
• It should include your job title, exact dates, and a company stamp or signature at minimum.
• Keep both physical and digital copies.
• Follow up promptly if there is a delay.