The Change of Employment Status Letter is a critical document used when an organization needs to formally modify the terms of employment for an existing employee in the UAE. This document is essential for compliance with UAE Labor Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021) and must be issued when implementing significant changes to employment terms such as promotions, lateral moves, changes in work location, or modifications to compensation structures. The letter serves multiple purposes: it officially documents the change, ensures transparency in employment relationships, provides clear evidence of both parties' agreement to the modifications, and helps maintain accurate personnel records. It should clearly outline all changes while referencing the original employment contract and specifying which terms remain unchanged. This documentation is particularly important in the UAE context, where employment terms must be clearly documented to comply with labor regulations and protect both employer and employee rights.

1. Letter Header: Company letterhead, date, reference number, and employee details

2. Salutation: Formal greeting addressing the employee by name and employee ID

3. Current Status Reference: Brief statement of current position, department, and employment start date

4. Change Statement: Clear statement of the nature of the employment status change

5. Effective Date: Specific date when the change takes effect

6. New Terms: Summary of key changes to employment terms (position, grade, salary, etc.)

7. Continuing Terms: Confirmation of which existing terms and conditions remain unchanged

8. Acknowledgment: Space for employee signature and date to confirm acceptance

9. Closing: Signature block for authorized company representative