How Resignation vs Termination Affects Gratuity Calculation in UAE

The method by which an employment relationship ends fundamentally impacts gratuity calculations in the United Arab Emirates. Under Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021, the distinction between voluntary resignation and involuntary termination creates substantially different financial outcomes for employees, making this understanding crucial for career and financial planning. Legal Framework: Termination Categories Article 42: … Read More

Gratuity Calculation for Part-Time and Flexible Workers: A Comprehensive Guide

The UAE’s evolving work landscape increasingly accommodates part-time, flexible, and non-traditional employment arrangements, yet many workers in these categories remain uncertain about their gratuity entitlements. Under Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021, all employees working under valid employment contracts enjoy equal gratuity protections, regardless of working hours or arrangement flexibility, though calculation methodologies require … Read More