How is leave salary calculated in the UAE?

During annual leave in the UAE, your wage continues — you do not lose pay for taking leave you are entitled to under the Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021). For days you actually take as annual leave, you are paid your wage as you normally would be. The position differs slightly for the cash value of leave that you accrued but never took: that encashment is generally calculated on the basic wage rather than the full package, so the figure for unused-leave payout can be lower than your monthly take-home. Because pay structures vary (basic salary plus allowances), the exact amount depends on how your contract defines your wage, and you should confirm the basis applied to your settlement. If a leave-salary or encashment figure looks wrong, ask your employer for a written breakdown showing the wage basis and day count used. Unresolved disputes can go to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). For help reviewing the math, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI.