UAE gratuity calculator

Under Article 51 of Federal Decree-Law 33 of 2021: 21 days of basic wage for each of the first five years and 30 days for each year after, capped at two years' wage. Enter basic wage, dates and any unpaid absence below.

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Results update as you type. Onshore MOHRE contracts use the federal formula.

Last basic wage only — exclude housing, transport and allowances.
Days of unpaid leave removed from service calculations.
Enter the monthly basic wage and the service period to see the gratuity estimate.

How UAE gratuity is calculated

Article 51 of Federal Decree-Law 33 of 2021 applies to onshore private sector contracts. Daily wage = monthly basic ÷ 30. Years 1–5 earn 21 days/year; year 6+ earns 30 days/year. Part years are pro-rated. Total capped at 24 months of basic wage.