UAE sets notice period rules for job resignations
Employment law specifies 30 to 90 days notice depending on contract terms
At a glance
- Notice periods in UAE private-sector employment range from 30 to 90 calendar days
- The exact duration is determined by individual employment contracts
- Both employers and employees must observe the same notice period unless terms favour the worker
- Employees may be required to work during the notice period at employer discretion
In the United Arab Emirates, employees and employers must observe notice periods ranging from 30 to 90 calendar days when terminating employment, according to Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. The exact duration depends on the terms specified in the employment contract registered with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
Both parties are required to follow the same notice period unless different terms benefit the worker. Employees may be required to work during the notice period if their employer requests it.
Why it matters
Clear notice period rules protect both workers and employers in the UAE job market and help ensure orderly employment transitions.
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