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Annual leave and leave salary calculator
See how many days of annual leave you have earned under the UAE Labour Law, what unused days are worth if paid out, and your pay while on leave.
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Basic plus fixed allowances such as housing.Leave balance
Annual leave under the UAE Labour Law
- After one year of service: 30 calendar days of paid leave a year.
- Between six months and one year: 2 days for each completed month.
- When employment ends, you are owed leave for the part of the final year you worked.
- Unused leave paid out on leaving is calculated on the basic salary.
- While on leave, you are paid your full wage: basic salary plus the allowances in your contract.
One day's pay is the monthly amount divided by 30.
Questions people ask
Can my employer refuse to pay unused leave when I leave?
No. Under Federal Decree-Law 33 of 2021, unused annual leave must be paid when employment ends, based on the basic salary.
Do public holidays count as annual leave?
No. Official public holidays are paid days off in addition to annual leave.
Can I carry leave into next year?
Yes, if your employer agrees. Many companies cap how many days carry over, so check your contract or company policy.
An estimate for private sector employees under the UAE Labour Law. Your contract may give more leave. Rules checked October 2026.