UAE Gratuity Calculator
Find out how much end-of-service gratuity you should get under the UAE Labour Law. Enter your basic salary and your joining and last working dates.
Updated for UAE Labour Law 2021Private sectorInstant result
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Daily basic wage (basic ÷ 30)–
First 5 years × 21 days–
After 5 years × 30 days–
Maximum allowed (2 years' wage)–
Under the UAE Labour Law, every private-sector employee who completes at least one year of continuous service is entitled to end-of-service gratuity. The amount depends on your last basic salary and how long you worked.
For the first five years you get 21 days of basic wage for each year. After five years you get 30 days of basic wage for each extra year. Part of a year is paid in proportion to the time you worked.
The total gratuity cannot be more than two years' wage. Days of unpaid absence are not counted as service, and the employer must pay within 14 days after the contract ends.
How UAE gratuity is calculated
- You need at least 1 year of continuous service.
- 21 days of basic wage for each of the first 5 years.
- 30 days of basic wage for each year after 5 years.
- Part of a year is paid in proportion.
- The total can't be more than 2 years' wage.
- Resigning does not reduce gratuity under the 2021 law.
Gratuity = (Basic ÷ 30) × (21 × first 5 yrs + 30 × yrs after 5)
Common questions
Is UAE gratuity calculated on basic or full salary?
On your last basic salary only. Housing, transport and other allowances are not included.
How many days of gratuity do I get per year in the UAE?
21 days of basic wage for each of the first five years, and 30 days for each year after that. Part of a year is paid in proportion.
Do I get gratuity if I resign?
Yes, if you have at least one year of continuous service. Under the 2021 UAE Labour Law, resigning does not reduce gratuity.
Is there a maximum gratuity in the UAE?
Yes. Total gratuity cannot be more than two years' wage.
When must my employer pay gratuity?
Within 14 days after your contract ends, together with your other final dues.
Is unused annual leave part of gratuity?
No. Leave salary for unused days is paid separately in the final settlement.
Does this work for government jobs or free zones?
This calculator follows the federal private-sector law. Government jobs, DIFC, ADGM and some special contracts have their own rules.
This is an estimate based on Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, Article 51. Your final amount can differ because of your contract, amounts you owe the employer, or a court ruling. For an official check, use the MOHRE calculator or contact MOHRE.