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Gratuity, GOSI, overtime and gross-to-net for nine MENA countries, calculated line by line from the article of law that sets each rule. Plus plain-English country guides and a neutral provider directory.

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Final settlementUAE · Decree-Law 33/2021 · Art. 51
Basic salary
10,000.00
Service
7.00 yrs
Yrs 1–5 · 21 days × 5
35,000.00
Yrs 6–7 · 30 days × 2
20,000.00
Cap (24 months)
240,000.00
Gratuity due · AED55,000.00

*** NO RESIGNATION REDUCTION UNDER 2021 LAW ***

ART. 51verified
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§ 04

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