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United Arab Emirates Female Labor Participation

Female labor force participation rate  SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS

53.03% +0.51pp (+1.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #92 Global Peak 58.18% (2020) Source World Bank

United Arab Emirates Female Labor Participation (1990–2025)

Overview

United Arab Emirates's female labor participation stood at 53.03% in 2025, a rise of +0.51pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 53.66% by 2026. United Arab Emirates ranked 92nd globally.

Data & projection

Year Female Labor Participation YoY change Rank
2028* trend 54.59% - -
2027* trend 54.13% - -
2026* trend 53.66% - -
2025 53.03% +0.51pp #92
2024 52.52% +0.17pp #99
2023 52.35% −0.71pp #101
2022 53.06% +2.61pp #91
2021 50.45% −7.73pp #110
2020 58.18% +3.80pp #51
2019 54.38% +3.07pp #85
2018 51.31% +0.39pp #107
2017 50.93% +1.70pp #108
2016 49.23% +1.05pp #116
2015 48.18% +1.05pp #122
2014 47.13% +1.07pp #126
2013 46.06% +1.07pp #128
2012 44.99% +1.05pp #131
2011 43.94% +1.08pp #133
Show all years (1990-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +25.6% GDP growth 4.0% C/A balance 14.5%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

United Arab Emirates matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw female labor participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is United Arab Emirates's female labor participation?

United Arab Emirates's female labor participation was 53.03% in 2025. Ranked 92nd globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest female labor participation in United Arab Emirates?

United Arab Emirates's female labor participation peaked at 58.18% in 2020.

What was the lowest female labor participation in United Arab Emirates?

The lowest female labor participation in United Arab Emirates was 29.32% in 1990.

How does United Arab Emirates rank in female labor participation?

United Arab Emirates ranks 92nd globally in female labor participation as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for female labor participation?

The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected female labor participation of United Arab Emirates in 2026?

United Arab Emirates's female labor participation is projected to reach 53.66% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the female labor participation of United Arab Emirates in 2025?

The female labor participation of United Arab Emirates in 2025 was 53.03%. This ranks 92nd in the world.

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