UAE 노동법 가이드

A pocket reference of UAE labor law for expat workers. Based on Federal Decree-Law No. 33 (effective 2022).

9 essential topics covered:

Employment Contract

• Limited contract only (post-2022)
• Probation period, renewal terms

Working Hours & Rest

• 8 hours daily, 48 hours weekly
• 1 hour rest after 5 consecutive hours
• Reduced Ramadan hours

Overtime

• Weekday 25%, night/Friday 50%
• 2 hours daily limit
• MOHRE complaint process

Annual Leave

• 30 calendar days per year
• Unused leave cash encashment formula

Sick Leave

• 90 days/year (15 full 30 half 45 unpaid)
• Government-certified medical certificate required

Maternity & Parental Leave

• 60 days (45 full 15 half)
• 5 days paternity leave

Termination

• 30 days notice if under 5 years, 90 days if 5
• Arbitrary dismissal compensation

End of Service Gratuity

• 21 days first 5 years 30 days beyond
• Cap: 2 years basic salary
• 14-day payout requirement

Dispute Resolution

• MOHRE filing free mediation Labour Court
• Free filing for cases under AED 100,000

Limitations

This app is for reference only. Separate consultation needed for:

• DIFC/ADGM Free Zone workers (own labor law)
• Government, military employees
• Specific disputes: contact a lawyer or your embassy

Built so every UAE expat knows their rights.