Tag: UAE labor laws

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]