How much annual leave am I entitled to in Dubai?
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What is the probation period in UAE employment contracts?
Maximum 6 months under Federal Decree-Law 33 of 2021. During probation, either party can terminate with 14 days' notice (employee) or without cause (employer) on notice. If you resign during probation for a new UAE employer, you must give 1 month's notice and your new employer must compensate the old one for recruitment costs — or a ban may apply.
Is end-of-service gratuity mandatory in Dubai?
Yes — under Article 51 of UAE Labour Law, employees completing 1+ years receive 21 basic salary days per year for the first 5 years and 30 days per year thereafter, capped at 2 years' total basic salary. It is calculated on basic salary only, not total package. Resignation with full entitlement applies after 5 years; partial scales apply for 1–5 years.