What is Gratuity?
Gratuity, also known as end-of-service benefit, is a mandatory payment that employers must provide to employees upon termination of their employment contract. It is calculated based on your basic salary and length of service with the company.
Legal Framework
Gratuity calculations in the UAE are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Employment Relations. This law replaced the previous UAE Labour Law and came into effect on February 2, 2022.
Eligibility Criteria
All employees who have completed at least one year of continuous service are entitled to gratuity. This applies to both limited-term and unlimited-term employment contracts, regardless of nationality or position.
Calculation Basis
Gratuity is calculated based on your basic salary only. Allowances such as housing, transport, or other benefits are not included in the gratuity calculation. The daily wage is derived by dividing your monthly basic salary by 30.