Legal article · General · 1 min read · 29 Jun 2026
Definition
End-of-service benefits represent "a financial amount employees receive upon contract termination, calculated based on service duration and final basic salary" plus fixed allowances mentioned in the employment contract.
Eligibility Requirements
- Complete minimum one year of continuous service
- Legal contract termination (resignation or project completion)
- No serious violations committed
- Calculation based on basic salary + fixed allowances
- No prior settlement that extinguishes benefit rights
Calculation Framework
| Service Duration | Annual Benefit |
|---|---|
| Up to 5 years | 21 days of basic salary per year |
| Over 5 years | 30 days per additional year |
The article directs users to the official Ministry of Human Resources calculator for precise computations.
Required Documentation
- Employment contract copy
- Service certificate or attendance records
- Final salary proof
- Emirates ID and residence visa copies
Claims Process
- Review employment contract
- Prepare documentation
- Request settlement from employer
- File complaint through Ministry of Human Resources platform if refused
Common Calculation Errors
- Using gross salary instead of basic salary
- Ignoring unpaid absences
- Excluding fixed allowances
FAQs Addressed
- Fixed allowances inclusion (Yes, if stated in contract)
- Resignation before one year (No eligibility)
- Self-calculation method (Use official calculator)
- Employer non-payment recourse (File Ministry complaint)