Notice Period & Last Working Day Calculator
Calculate statutory last working days, business days, and compensation in lieu of notice under UAE Labour Law.
Notice legally begins the day following receipt: 16 Sept 2026
Thursday, 15 October 2026
22 Days
Excludes Sat & Sun8 Days
Statutory weekend spanDocument active client accounts, credentials, and ongoing project deliverables.
Conduct transition sessions with designated peer or reporting manager.
Return company assets, settle gratuity dues, and receive verifiable Relieving Letter.
Key Statutory Rules for Notice Periods in the UAE
Navigating employee exits, probation resignations, and notice buyouts under UAE statutory guidelines.
Article 43: 30 to 90 Days Range
Notice period clauses in contracts must strictly fall between 30 and 90 calendar days. Neither party may waive the notice period without mutual agreement or statutory compensation.
Article 9: Probation Notice
During probation (first 6 months), an employee leaving the UAE must give 14 days notice, whereas joining a new UAE employer requires 30 days notice with potential recruitment fee reimbursement.
Compensation in Lieu of Notice
If an employee or employer requires an immediate departure, compensation equal to the gross salary for unserved days must be paid to the non-terminating party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guidance on calculating notice periods, calendar days, and employee departures.
How is the notice period counted under UAE Labour Law?
Under UAE Labour Law, the notice period begins on the day immediately following the receipt of the written notice and is calculated in calendar days (including weekends and official holidays), unless the employment contract specifies working days.
What are the legal minimum and maximum notice periods in the UAE?
Under Article 43, the statutory notice period must be not less than 30 days and not more than 90 days. Any contractual clause stating less than 30 days or more than 90 days is deemed invalid unless favorable to the employee.
What are the rules for resignation during the probation period?
Under Article 9: If an employee resigns during probation to leave the UAE, they must give at least 14 days written notice. If they resign to join another employer in the UAE, they must give at least 30 days written notice, and the new employer may be required to compensate the initial employer for recruitment expenses.
Can an employee or employer buy out the notice period?
Yes. Under Article 43, either party may terminate the employment contract immediately without serving the notice period by paying 'compensation in lieu of notice', which equals the employee's gross wage for the entire notice period or the remaining unserved portion.
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