MOHRE Gratuity Formula:
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The MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation) End of Service Gratuity is a legal entitlement for employees in the UAE private sector upon termination of employment. It is calculated based on the employee's basic salary and years of service according to UAE labor law.
The calculator uses the MOHRE gratuity formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates gratuity based on 21 days' basic salary for each year of the first 5 years, and 30 days' basic salary for each additional year beyond 5 years.
Details: Accurate gratuity calculation is essential for both employers and employees to ensure compliance with UAE labor law and proper financial planning for end-of-service benefits.
Tips: Enter monthly basic salary in AED and total years of service. The calculator will automatically apply the correct daily factors based on your years of service duration.
Q1: What is the difference between basic salary and total salary?
A: Basic salary is the fixed component of your salary, excluding allowances and bonuses. Only basic salary is used for gratuity calculation under MOHRE rules.
Q2: How are partial years calculated?
A: Partial years are calculated proportionally. For example, 3 years and 6 months would be calculated as 3.5 years in the formula.
Q3: Is gratuity payable for service less than 1 year?
A: No, employees are not entitled to gratuity if they have completed less than 1 year of continuous service.
Q4: What happens if employment is terminated for cause?
A: Gratuity entitlement may be reduced or forfeited depending on the circumstances of termination as per UAE labor law.
Q5: Are there different rules for limited vs unlimited contracts?
A: Yes, gratuity calculations may vary slightly between limited and unlimited contracts, particularly regarding early termination.