Key facts at a glance
Currency
AED
Employer cost
≈ 12.5% (nationals) + gratuity
Payroll cycle
Monthly (WPS)
Probation
Up to 6 months
Notice period
30–90 days
Annual leave
30 calendar days
Working hours
48 hours / week
Capital
Abu Dhabi
What employers should know
- End-of-service gratuity
- Visa and Emirates ID sponsorship
- No personal income tax
Contracts
Employment contracts in United Arab Emirates should set out salary, hours (48 hours / week), probation (Up to 6 months) and notice terms. We issue locally compliant contracts in days.
Payroll & taxes
Payroll typically runs monthly (wps) in AED. Employer social contributions are around ≈ 12.5% (nationals) + gratuity of gross salary.
Leave & benefits
Employees are entitled to 30 calendar days of annual leave plus public holidays. Competitive packages often add health cover and allowances.
Termination
Notice is 30–90 days. Terminations must follow local procedure — our specialists manage it to reduce risk.
Figures are indicative and change regularly. Confirm current rules with our team before making an offer.