Searches for a “MOHRE gratuity calculator UAE” usually have two goals: calculate an amount and confirm that the formula matches current Ministry guidance. This website is independent and is not a MOHRE service, but it uses the standard formula stated in the UAE labour law and MOHRE’s worker-rights guidance.
What MOHRE says about gratuity calculation
- 21 days of basic wage for each year of the first five years.
- 30 days of basic wage for each year after five.
- A proportional amount for part of a year after one completed year.
- Unpaid absence is excluded from the service period.
- The total benefit must not exceed two years’ wage.
MOHRE, MOL and Ministry of Labour searches
“MOL gratuity calculator UAE” and “Ministry of Labour gratuity calculator” are older search phrases that people still use. The current federal authority is the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, commonly written as MOHRE or MoHRE.
How to use this independent calculator with MOHRE guidance
- Enter the last monthly basic salary, not the full salary package.
- Enter the first and last working dates.
- Add unpaid leave or absence days.
- Use 100% for full-time or a verified work-pattern ratio.
- Compare the result with the employer’s written settlement.
When to use an official or specialist calculator instead
| Employment situation | Best next step |
|---|---|
| Standard mainland or federal-law private-sector employment | Use the calculator and verify against MOHRE guidance |
| Domestic worker | Use MOHRE’s Domestic Workers Dues Calculator |
| DIFC employee | Check the employer’s qualifying scheme and DIFC/DEWS rules |
| ADGM employee | Use the current ADGM Employment Regulations and guidance |
| Alternative savings scheme member | Review contributions and pre-enrolment gratuity separately |
| Disputed, delayed or high-value settlement | Contact MOHRE or obtain qualified UAE employment advice |
Official MOHRE and UAE links
- MOHRE: Dear Worker – Know Your RightsOfficial worker-facing explanation of gratuity and other employment rights.
- UAE Labour Relations LawPrimary legislation, including Article 51.
- UAE Government: end-of-service benefitsGovernment information page for private-sector employees.
- MOHRE labour complaint serviceOfficial route when employment dues are disputed.
Why an online result may differ from HR’s figure
The most common causes are gross salary being used instead of basic salary, a different service end date, unpaid leave, a part-time ratio, a special jurisdiction, a savings scheme, lawful deductions or a contract benefit that is more generous than the minimum. Ask for an itemised calculation rather than comparing only the final amount.