Domestic Worker Gratuity Calculator UAE: A Comprehensive Guide

If you employ a domestic worker in the UAE—such as a maid, driver, nanny, or gardener—it’s important to understand their gratuity (end-of-service) benefits. The UAE labor law mandates that domestic workers are entitled to gratuity pay upon completing their contract, provided they meet certain conditions.

In this guide, we’ll explain how to calculate domestic worker gratuity in the UAE and provide a simple calculator method to ensure compliance with the law.

Who is Eligible for Domestic Worker Gratuity in the UAE?

According to UAE Domestic Workers Law (Federal Law No. 10 of 2017), a domestic helper is entitled to gratuity if:

• They have completed at least one year of service.
• They are leaving the job after completing their contract (not terminated for misconduct).

If the worker resigns before completing one year, they are not eligible for gratuity.

How to Calculate Domestic Worker Gratuity in the UAE

The gratuity calculation depends on the worker’s length of service and basic salary.

1. For Service Between 1 to 5 Years

• You’ll get paid the equivalent of 21 days of your basic salary for every year you’ve worked.

Formula:

Gratuity = (Basic Salary ÷ 30) × 21 × Number of Years Worked

2. For Service Over 5 Years

• 30 days’ basic salary for each additional year beyond five years.

Formula:

First 5 Years: (Basic Salary ÷ 30) × 21 × 5
Additional Years: (Basic Salary ÷ 30) × 30 × (Total Years – 5)
Total Gratuity = First 5 Years + Additional Years

Domestic Worker Gratuity Calculator UAE (Example)

Let’s say your maid has worked for 4 years with a basic salary of AED 1,500.

Calculation:
= (1,500 ÷ 30) × 21 × 4
= 50 × 21 × 4
= AED 4,200

Another Example:
If a driver worked for 6 years with a basic salary of AED 2,000:

• First 5 Years: (2,000 ÷ 30) × 21 × 5 = AED 7,000
• 6th Year: (2,000 ÷ 30) × 30 × 1 = AED 2,000
• Total Gratuity = 7,000 + 2,000 = AED 9,000

Important Notes on Domestic Worker Gratuity

✅ Only basic salary counts (not allowances).
✅ If terminated by employer, full gratuity applies (if worker completed 1+ year).
✅ If worker resigns before 1 year, no gratuity is paid.
✅ If contract is terminated within first year, no gratuity unless specified in the contract.

Final Thoughts

Calculating gratuity for domestic workers ensures fair compensation and compliance with UAE law. Use the formulas above or an online gratuity calculator to determine the exact amount owed.

Do you have questions about domestic worker gratuity in the UAE? Let us know in the comments!

📌 Need help? Consult the UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratization (MOHRE) for official guidance.