What is included in a final settlement calculation in the UAE?

A final settlement in the UAE is broader than gratuity alone. Under the UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021), administered by MOHRE, your end-of-service settlement should typically include: any unpaid basic salary and allowances up to your last working day; payment for accrued but untaken annual leave; your end-of-service gratuity (if you completed at least one year); any payment in lieu of notice where applicable; and reimbursement of any amounts the employer owes you under the contract. Gratuity itself is calculated on basic wage at 21 days per year for the first five years and 30 days per year thereafter, capped at two years' wages. Lawful deductions — such as amounts you genuinely owe the employer — may be applied, but arbitrary deductions are not allowed. Your employer should settle these dues promptly after your employment ends; if payment is delayed or incomplete, you can file a complaint with MOHRE. To make sure nothing is missed in a complex package, you can compare verified UAE employment lawyers on LEXAI for a review of your settlement.