Annual leave calculator UAE: estimate under the law
An estimate of annual leave entitlement under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. 30 days a year, and two days a month after six months in the first year (Article 29).
An estimate of annual leave entitlement under Decree-Law 33 of 2021. 30 days a year, and two days a month after six months in the first year (Article 29). Enter the start date and the calculation date. Checked against the official text. Results are estimates, not legal advice.
30 days
- Service (years)
- 2
- Annual leave due
- 30 days
Rule checked against the official text on 20 October 2026.
The rule used here
Article 29: 30 days for each year of service, two days for each month when service is over six months and under a year, and leave for part of the final year when service ends. Rest days falling inside the leave count as part of it.
Official sources
- Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (UAE Legislation portal)
- Executive Regulation, Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022
Last checked: 20 October 2026.
How to use the calculator
- 1Enter the service and the wage
The dates and the wage as in the contract, and why the employment ended where asked.
- 2Read the result and its breakdown
The breakdown shows the full award and the share due, or the hourly wage and the multiplier.
- 3Check the rule and its source
The section below names the article, its text, the official source and what the calculator assumes.
Frequently asked questions
How much annual leave is due in UAE?
Article 29: 30 days for each year of service, two days for each month when service is over six months and under a year, and leave for part of the final year when service ends. Rest days falling inside the leave count as part of it.
Is the result legally binding?
No. It estimates the general rule in the law. The contract, the work regulation and special cases can change the result, so check with a specialist before paying.
This is general information to help you understand the topic. It is not legal advice. Rules and rates change: always check the official text on the relevant authority’s platform and consult a qualified adviser before acting.
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