Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

This calculator helps employees understand their approximate gratuity amount using the rules set out in UAE labour law and DEWS style contribution schemes in financial free zones. It provides a quick and convenient estimate for planning or discussions with HR.

Gratuity is based on your last basic salary and your total years of service. The law uses twenty one days of basic salary for each year of service up to five years, and thirty days for each additional year.

Employees must complete one full year of continuous service.

Part time gratuity follows a different proportional formula based on working hours. This calculator assumes full time employment. Part time employees should contact their HR team for an accurate calculation.

You will need: • Your start date • Your last working date • Your basic monthly salary • Your jurisdiction (MOHRE, Free Zone, DIFC, ADGM) • Any unpaid leave days, if applicable

Yes. Allowances such as housing or transport are not included.

Most free zones follow MOHRE rules, however some, such as DIFC and ADGM, use contribution based schemes instead of the standard gratuity system.

Under the current law, resignation does not reduce gratuity once the employee has completed the required service period.

DEWS style benefits depend on actual employer contribution dates, chosen investment fund, performance, switches and fees. This calculator uses generalized contribution schedules and assumed returns. For the exact balance, always check your DEWS account.

Under MOHRE there is no cap, but certain free zones such as JAFZA or DMCC the limit end of service payments is equivalent of two years of salary.

Under the updated UAE Labour Law for limited contracts, resignation does not reduce gratuity entitlement as long as the employee has completed one year of service.