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Worried about resigning without penalty? Concerned your employer may terminate your contract without proper notice? Confused about whether 30 days is mandatory — or if your contract clause is even valid? Notice period disputes are one of the most common employment issues in the UAE. Many employees risk salary deductions, visa delays, or legal claims […]

Thinking about resigning just six months into your limited contract in the UAE? You’re not alone. Many employees receive better offers, face workplace challenges, or reconsider their long-term plans shortly after starting a new role. But here’s the key question: Can you legally resign after 6 months — and will you have to pay compensation?

In the UAE, end-of-service gratuity is calculated based on basic salary and length of service, not allowances. Employees who complete at least one year of continuous service are entitled to gratuity. The calculation is generally 21 days’ basic salary per year for the first five years and 30 days per year thereafter, subject to statutory

Are you unsure whether you’re on a limited or unlimited contract?Does your offer letter still say “unlimited” — but you’ve heard those contracts no longer exist?Are you worried how this affects resignation, termination, or gratuity? This confusion is extremely common in the UAE — especially after the major reform introduced by Federal Decree-Law No. 33