Nafis salary support to be gradually reduced from September 2026
UAE nationals working in the private and banking sectors will see three key changes to Nafis support programmes starting in September 2026.
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- What to do
- Emiratis registered with Nafis on or before August 14 who receive salary support above the updated amounts must prepare for gradual benefit reductions starting September 2026.
UAE nationals working in the private and banking sectors will see three key changes to Nafis support programmes starting in September 2026. The Emirates Competitiveness Council (Nafis) said the updates cover salary support, the Eshtirak pension contribution programme and child allowances. UAE nationals registered with Nafis on or before August 14 who currently receive more than the updated salary support amounts will see their benefits gradually reduced. The updated support levels are Dh6,000 for university graduates.
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Reported by: Gulf News 19 Aug 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Gulf News →
Quick answers
What do I need to do?
Emiratis registered with Nafis on or before August 14 who receive salary support above the updated amounts must prepare for gradual benefit reductions starting September 2026.
What was the deadline?
1 Sept 2026 — this deadline has passed.
Who reported this?
Gulf News (UAE).
When was it announced?
19 Aug 2026.
Where can I read the original?
Read the original at Gulf News: https://gulfnews.com/uae/3-key-nafis-updates-for-emiratis-working-in-private-sector-from-september-1.500645863
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