Are domestic workers entitled to end-of-service benefits in the UAE?

Domestic workers in the UAE are employed under the dedicated Federal Decree-Law on Domestic Workers rather than the general private-sector labour law, and the standard MOHRE-registered contract sets out the financial entitlements that apply when the relationship ends, including end-of-service rights. As a general principle, a domestic worker who completes their service is entitled to the dues specified in the law and contract, alongside any outstanding wages and leave. However, the exact basis for calculating an end-of-service amount — for instance how length of service translates into a figure — is governed by the decree and its executive regulations and can be updated, so do not rely on a fixed formula without confirming the current rule. Review the entitlements written into your registered contract and the MOHRE guidance, and keep wage and service records. If there is disagreement over what is owed at the end of service, MOHRE mediates domestic-worker disputes, and a verified UAE legal professional on LEXAI can review the contract and calculate the dues for your specific situation.