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UAE Notice Period Law — Key Facts
Minimum 30 Days
UAE Labour Law mandates a minimum notice period of 30 days for all employees covered under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
Maximum 90 Days
The maximum notice period that may be contracted is 90 days. Any notice period exceeding this is not enforceable under UAE law.
Pay in Lieu of Notice
If an employer terminates without serving notice, they must pay compensation equal to the daily wage multiplied by remaining notice days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum notice period under UAE Labour Law?
Under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, the minimum notice period is 30 days and the maximum is 90 days. Both employer and employee must honor the agreed notice period stated in the contract.
What happens if an employer terminates without serving the notice period?
If an employer terminates an employee without serving the full contractual notice period, they must pay compensation in lieu of notice — calculated as the employee's daily wage multiplied by the remaining notice days.
How is the daily rate calculated for notice period compensation?
The daily rate is calculated by dividing the employee's monthly basic salary by 30 days, regardless of how many calendar days are in the month. This is the standard formula used under UAE Labour Law.
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