Payroll and Wage Protection System (WPS) in the UAE
The Wage Protection System (WPS) is the UAE system for paying employee wages through approved channels so payments are recorded. Maven& sets up payroll and WPS processing for your company.
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What to know about Payroll (WPS)
WPS setup
We set up your WPS arrangement with your bank or approved provider.
Monthly payroll
We calculate salaries, deductions and allowances each month.
Payslips and records
We prepare payslips and keep payroll records.
Compliance
We keep payroll aligned with labour rules and employee contracts.
- How it works
How this service works
Tell us what you need
We confirm the transaction, the authority and your timeline.
Document check
We list the documents required and check what you already have.
Submission
We prepare and submit the application to the relevant authority.
Follow-up
We follow up and respond to any authority requests.
Delivery
We deliver the result and track any renewal dates.
What we need from you
Send us what you have and we will confirm what is missing.
- Copy of the trade licence, where you already have one
- Passport and Emirates ID or visa copies of the owners
- Company incorporation documents, where relevant
- A short description of your business activity
- Any documents specific to the service, which we confirm for you
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Why choose Maven& for Payroll (WPS)
One dedicated consultant
One consultant coordinates your application from start to finish, so you never repeat yourself to a new team.
Transparent, itemised pricing
Every quote lists government fees and service fees line by line, with no hidden extras after you sign.
Checked against official sources
We work from official government guidance and confirm current requirements before we file.
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Company formation, visas, tax, accounting and banking are handled as one coordinated plan.
- Business setup FAQs
Payroll (WPS): frequently asked questions
The Wage Protection System, which records salary payments made to employees through approved channels.
Most mainland employers do, and requirements can differ by authority. We confirm yours.
Yes. We can process payroll every month.
Maven& confirms government fees and our service fees in an itemised quote before you commit.
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