All countries have labour laws that entitle employees to avail of different types of leave and holidays. In order to comply with the law, employers and employees need to understand the various rules that are applicable. Companies in the UAE offer different types of paid and unpaid leave to their employees. Different laws specify the minimum number of leave to be provided by employers. However, leave rules may vary from one employer to another. Many employers also offer additional types of leave as an extra benefit.
It also depends on the nature of the business and industry sector. This article compiles the various types of leave granted to private sector employees in the region. If the person has completed one year, the leave entitlement is increased to 30 days in a year.
In this case, the employers calculate Annual Leave based on the Basic salary. Even during termination, the pending leave is calculated as per the Basic. This leave is also granted to part-time workers based on the number of working hours and terms of the contract. Sick Leave is mandated by the UAE law and allowed if an employee falls sick or meets with an accident.
The employee is expected to inform the employer in three days by providing a medical report. Employees can take Sick Leave for a maximum period of 90 days in a year.
The leave can be either continuous or intermittent. As per the law, employers will pay the entire salary for the first 15 days, half for the next 30 days and nothing for the remaining 45 days.
