Best HR & Payroll Software in UAE 2026 — WPS Compliant
Managing HR and payroll in the UAE requires compliance with unique regulations: WPS (Wage Protection System), gratuity calculations under UAE Labor Law, visa management, and more. XRERO HR provides a complete solution built specifically for UAE and GCC businesses.
UAE HR Compliance Requirements
- WPS (Wage Protection System): Mandatory electronic salary transfer via approved agents
- Gratuity Calculation: End-of-service benefits per UAE Labor Law Articles 132-141
- Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, sick leave, maternity/paternity per Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021
- Visa & Emirates ID: Track expiry dates and renewal deadlines
- MOHRE Compliance: Employment contracts and Musaned integration
XRERO HR & Payroll Features
| Module | Features |
|---|---|
| Payroll | WPS file generation, SIF format, salary structure, allowances, deductions |
| Leave Management | Annual, sick, emergency, Hajj leave; auto-accrual, carry-forward |
| Attendance | Biometric integration, GPS check-in, overtime calculation |
| Recruitment | Job posting, applicant tracking, offer management |
| Employee Self-Service | Leave requests, payslip download, document upload |
| Gratuity | Auto-calculation per UAE law, provisions, final settlement |
| Document Management | Passport, visa, Emirates ID tracking with expiry alerts |
Why Choose XRERO Over Standalone HR Software?
Most HR tools operate in isolation. XRERO integrates HR with accounting (automatic payroll journal entries), expense management (employee claims), and leave management in one unified platform.
Payroll Processing Made Simple
With XRERO, monthly payroll takes minutes, not hours:
- System auto-calculates salary based on attendance and leave
- Deductions and allowances applied automatically
- WPS SIF file generated for bank submission
- Payslips sent to employees via email/portal
- Journal entries posted to accounting automatically
Start Your Free Trial
Contact XRERO for a free demo or start your free trial today. Our Dubai-based team can help you migrate from any existing HR system.