Category: Employment
A final settlement can look neat on paper and still be wrong. That’s why many employees in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and across the UAE only spot a gratuity error after they’ve signed. As of April 2026, the main federal rules remain the same under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. In simple terms, gratuity […]
Does resignation reduce gratuity for private sector employees in the UAE in 2026? Here’s the short answer: resignation does not reduce gratuity for most eligible private sector employees in the UAE in 2026. That change came with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and has remained the position since February 2022. Many older articles still […]
Is there a separate 2026 gratuity formula for “unlimited contracts” in th UAE? No, there isn’t a separate 2026 gratuity formula for “unlimited contracts” in the UAE private sector. As of 8 April 2026, the mainland system is built around fixed-term contracts under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, even though many employees in Dubai, […]
If you want a calm Eid in Dubai, you have good options beyond malls, fireworks and packed brunches. Eid al-Fitr 2026 is expected around Friday, 20 March 2026, while the wider UAE holiday break runs from Thursday, 19 March to Sunday, 22 March, subject to moon sighting. This guide is for readers who want quiet, […]
Resigning at home can feel like stepping off a solid pavement onto a moving walkway. Exciting, but only if you know where it’s going. Before you hand in your notice and book flights, you need clarity on the job offer in black and white, not just in a friendly WhatsApp message. A UAE job offer […]
End-of-service gratuity can feel like a simple promise: work hard, finish your contract properly, and you’ll receive a fair lump sum. In reality, many UAE employers and employees only discover the tricky parts at the worst time, the final settlement day. We see the same problems in Dubai start-ups, Sharjah trading firms, Abu Dhabi professional […]
A freelance side income can feel like an extra lane on Sheikh Zayed Road, it gets you where you want faster, but only if you’re in the right lane and following the rules. In the UAE, that “right lane” is having the correct UAE freelance permit (or an approved work arrangement), plus clean paperwork for […]
Avoid Sandwiching Leave During Eid Al Fitr in UAE: What You Need to Know If you’re living and working in the UAE, public holidays—especially those around Eid Al Fitr—are a perfect time to relax, recharge, or maybe even plan a getaway. But before you start dreaming of a longer break by “sandwiching” your annual leave […]