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UAE · by years of service · 2026

UAE gratuity for 20 years of service

After 20 years of service, the gratuity in the UAE is 555 days of basic salary, under Federal Decree-Law 33/2021, Art. 51. The table shows the amount at common salary levels.

Basic salaryGratuity due
AED 3,00055,500.00
AED 5,00092,500.00
AED 7,500138,750.00
AED 10,000185,000.00
AED 15,000277,500.00
AED 20,000370,000.00
AED 30,000555,000.00
AED 50,000925,000.00

How this is worked out

  • The first 5 years accrue at 21 days a year (105 days); the remaining 15 at 30 days a year.
  • The two-year wage cap does not apply yet.
  • Resigning does not reduce gratuity under Federal Decree-Law 33/2021.

Use the UAE gratuity calculator for an exact figure with your own dates or salary, or read the UAE payroll guide.

Frequently asked questions

How much gratuity for 20 years in the UAE?
555 days of basic salary. For example, on a monthly basic salary of AED 10,000, the gratuity is AED 185,000.00.
Which salary is used?
The basic salary. Check the UAE payroll guide for what it includes.