Tag: end-of-service

If you work in a UAE free zone, your gratuity depends on which zone you are in. JAFZA and DMCC usually follow the standard UAE end-of-service formula based on last basic salary, while DIFC uses DEWS for service from 1 Feb 2020 onward, so a normal lump sum calculator can give the wrong answer. That […]

If your UAE service started before 2 February 2022 and continues today, your end-of-service gratuity is calculated using both the old 1980 law and the new Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. This 2026 guide explains the exact pro-rata split in plain English, with step-by-step examples, formulas, and tips to ensure you receive every dirham […]

School teachers in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other emirates often face unique gratuity questions: Does summer vacation count toward service years? What happens if you change schools mid-year or switch from a 10-month to a 12-month contract? This 2026 guide explains the rules in plain English with real examples, calculation tips, and exactly what to […]