Leave Salary Calculator UAE (2026)
See how many annual leave days you have earned, your remaining balance, and what it pays: on full wage while you take leave, or on basic salary when you leave the job. Based on the current UAE Labour Law.
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Calculate your leave and leave salary
Updates as you type. Private-sector employees under the UAE Labour Law.
Pay for your unused leave
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Enter your salary and dates
Leaving your job? Add your end-of-service gratuity with the gratuity calculator.
How annual leave works in the UAE
| Service so far | Annual leave earned |
|---|---|
| Under 6 months | None yet (your employer may allow leave from the future balance) |
| 6 to 12 months | 2 days for each full month |
| 1 year or more | 30 days for each year, pro-rata for part of a year |
Leave is counted in calendar days: rest days that fall inside your leave count as leave (Article 29).
Which salary is used
| Situation | Paid on | Formula | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taking your annual leave | Full wage (basic + allowances) | Full wage ÷ 30 × leave days | Labour Law, Art. 29 |
| Leaving the job with unused leave | Basic salary | Basic ÷ 30 × unused days | Executive Regulation, Art. 19(2) |
| Cash instead of leave while employed | Current wage | Full wage ÷ 30 × days cashed | Executive Regulation, Art. 19(1) |
Worked examples
| Situation | Calculation | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Leaving after 2 years, 20 days taken, basic AED 6,000 | Earned 60, balance 40 × 6,000 ÷ 30 | AED 8,000 |
| Taking 30 days of leave, full wage AED 15,000 | 15,000 ÷ 30 × 30 | AED 15,000 |
| Leaving after 9 months, no leave taken, basic AED 5,000 | 9 months × 2 = 18 days × 5,000 ÷ 30 | AED 3,000 |
Unused leave payout by basic salary
What unused annual leave pays when your job ends (basic ÷ 30 × days), in AED.
| Basic salary | 5 days | 10 days | 15 days | 20 days | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AED 3,000 | 500 | 1,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 3,000 |
| AED 5,000 | 833 | 1,667 | 2,500 | 3,333 | 5,000 |
| AED 8,000 | 1,333 | 2,667 | 4,000 | 5,333 | 8,000 |
| AED 10,000 | 1,667 | 3,333 | 5,000 | 6,667 | 10,000 |
| AED 12,000 | 2,000 | 4,000 | 6,000 | 8,000 | 12,000 |
| AED 15,000 | 2,500 | 5,000 | 7,500 | 10,000 | 15,000 |
| AED 20,000 | 3,333 | 6,667 | 10,000 | 13,333 | 20,000 |
| AED 30,000 | 5,000 | 10,000 | 15,000 | 20,000 | 30,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How many days of annual leave do I get in the UAE?
At least 30 days for each full year of service. If you have worked more than six months but less than a year, you get 2 days for each month. When your job ends, you also get leave for the part of the last year you worked. This is Article 29 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
How is leave salary calculated in the UAE?
Divide the relevant monthly salary by 30 and multiply by your leave days. While you take leave, you are paid your full wage, including allowances. When you leave the job, your unused leave is paid on your basic salary only.
Is unused leave paid on basic or total salary when I leave?
On basic salary. Article 19 of the Executive Regulation says that when service ends, the worker receives the cash equivalent of the leave balance according to the basic salary.
Are the 30 days calendar days or working days?
Calendar days. Weekends and rest days that fall inside your leave are counted as part of it, unless your contract or company policy gives you something better.
Can I carry forward my annual leave?
Yes, with your employer's approval you can carry forward up to half of your annual leave to the next year, or agree to be paid for it in cash at your current wage (Executive Regulation, Article 19). Your employer cannot stop you from taking leave for more than two years.
Do I get annual leave during probation?
Your employer may let you take leave during probation from your balance. If you leave during probation, you are still paid for your remaining leave balance.
Does unpaid leave reduce my annual leave?
Unpaid absence is not counted as service, so it reduces the leave you earn. Enter unpaid days in the calculator.
How is leave calculated for part-time workers?
In proportion to the hours worked, with a minimum of five working days a year (Executive Regulation, Article 18). Use the part-time option in the calculator.
Official sources
Information only, not legal advice. Your contract or company policy may give you more than the legal minimum. DIFC, ADGM, government and domestic workers follow different rules.
Last updated: October 2026 · Maintained by the My Business Setup editorial team