Dubai Police has urged residents to hire temporary domestic workers and hourly employees only through licensed and accredited agencies, warning that dealing with unverified individuals could put homes at risk.As part of the ongoing public awareness campaign, officials stressed the importance of verifying the identity of a worker before allowing him or her to enter a home or begin work. Residents were also advised to ensure that only authorized personnel are allowed access to their properties.
Keep valuables safe and out of sight
Police advised home owners to keep cash, jewellery, important documents and other valuables in safe places and avoid leaving them in visible areas during the presence of temporary workers.Taking such precautions can significantly reduce the risk of theft, loss or misuse of personal items, officials said.
Children and elderly should not be left unattended
Dubai Police also called on families to closely supervise children and elderly relatives and avoid leaving them alone with individuals who are not well known or trusted.The force said the protection of vulnerable family members is an important aspect of overall domestic security.
Report suspicious behavior immediately
Residents are urged to remain vigilant and immediately report any suspicious conduct or unusual behavior by temporary domestic workers or hourly employees.Officials reiterated that home security is a shared responsibility and awareness and caution play an important role in preventing crime and protecting property.
Warning after recruitment scam cases
The latest advisory comes months after Dubai Police warned residents about fake recruitment offices operating through social media platforms.In January, a woman reportedly lost Dh10,000 after falling victim to a fraudulent recruitment scheme. Officials said scammers often lure victims with attractive offers before cutting off communications and disappearing with the money.Residents were advised to avoid dealing with unverified recruitment agencies or social media accounts claiming to provide domestic workers and to only use legal recruitment channels.
UAE cracks down on illegal recruitment agencies
The warning also comes amid stepped up efforts by UAE authorities to curb illegal recruitment activities.Earlier this year, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced the closure of 12 unlicensed domestic worker recruitment agencies and referred related cases to the public prosecution. The ministry also discovered hundreds of violations involving licensed recruitment offices across the country.Officials said strict monitoring and inspection systems are in place to identify and address violations transparently and robustly.Dubai Police encouraged community members to report suspicious activities through the “Police Eye” service of the Dubai Police Smart App or by calling 901 for non-emergency assistance.