All candidates must be alert these key rules when joining or resigning from a company.
When Joining a Company
1. Employment Contract
- Must be written & registered with MOHRE
- All contracts are fixed-term (max 3 years) & renewable
- Must include: ... moreAll candidates must be alert these key rules when joining or resigning from a company.
When Joining a Company
1. Employment Contract
- Must be written & registered with MOHRE
- All contracts are fixed-term (max 3 years) & renewable
- Must include: Salary, Job Title, Duties, Probation, and Notice Period
2. Probation Period
- Max: 6 months
- Employer: 14 days’ notice for termination Employee:
• 14 days’ notice if leaving UAE
• 30 days’ notice if joining another UAE employer
When Resigning from a Company
1. Notice Period
- Min 30 days’ written notice (or as per contract)
- Must be served by both parties unless mutually waived
2. End-of-Service Benefits
- Eligible after 1 year of service
Gratuity:
• 21 days’ basic wage/year (first 5 years)
• 30 days’ basic wage/year (after 5 years)
Final settlement within 14 days of last working day
3. Visa & Work Permit
- Employer must cancel work permit & visa after all dues are cleared
4. Unlawful Termination
- If terminated without valid reason, employer may owe up to 3 months’ salary (as per contract) less
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