The UAE Gratuity Blog
Plain-English guides on end-of-service gratuity and UAE labour law — free-zone rules, DEWS, and your rights as an employee.

ADGM Gratuity Calculator UAE 2026
How end-of-service gratuity works in the Abu Dhabi Global Market — the yearly ÷ 365 formula, the 50% basic-wage rule, worked examples, and FAQs.
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DIFC Gratuity Calculator UAE 2026
How DEWS replaced traditional gratuity in the DIFC — monthly contribution rates, worked examples, pre-2020 legacy gratuity, and more.
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UAE Labour Law 2026: Rules & Employee Rights
Your rights on contracts, working hours, leave, gratuity, notice periods, WPS, and final settlement — the full 2026 law explained simply.
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UAE Gratuity Disputes: Can Your Employer Withhold Your Gratuity?
Understand the 14-day payment rule, lawful deductions, common delay tactics, the MOHRE complaint process, and what to do if your gratuity is withheld.
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How to File a MOHRE Complaint for Unpaid Gratuity
Learn how to file a MOHRE complaint for unpaid gratuity online, through the app, or by phone — including the documents, mediation process, timelines, and practical tips.
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How Many Warnings Before Termination in UAE?
Article 44 explained simply — the only grounds for dismissal without notice, the investigation process employers must follow, and what counts as arbitrary dismissal.
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What Has Changed in the UAE Labour Law: 2023 vs 2026
A year-by-year breakdown of every major change — from the abolition of unlimited contracts to the EOSB Savings Scheme, bankruptcy protections, and the new Emirati minimum wage.
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