Can an employer in UAE deny someone on maternity leave her gratuity?

How are end-of-service benefits affected by maternity leave?

Published: October 18, 2021 18:11 Last updated: October 18, 2021 18:12 Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Parenting Editor

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We asked Aditi Gandhi, a Dubai-based legal adviser, if maternity leave can be deducted from a person’s gratuity. This is what she said: Image Credit: Unsplash

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Here’s what you need to know about maternity leave and gratuity. Image Credit: Pixabay

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How is salary affected by maternity leave in UAE Image Credit: Pixabay

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How is salary affected by maternity leave in UAE Image Credit: Pixabay

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What is parental leave? Image Credit: Pixabay

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This is as per Article 74 of the UAE Labour Law amended by virtue of Article 2 of Federal Decree Law No.6/2020 Image Credit: Pixabay

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Does the parental leave need to be taken all at once? Image Credit: Pixabay

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Does the parental leave need to be taken all at once? Image Credit: Pixabay

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Now, for gratuity…who is eligible? Image Credit: Pixabay

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How is gratuity calculated? Image Credit: Pixabay

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Can an employer deny someone on maternity leave her gratuity? Image Credit: Pixabay

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Can an employer deny someone on maternity leave her gratuity? Image Credit: Pixabay

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What about if someone needs multiple maternity breaks? Image Credit: Pixabay

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What about if someone needs multiple maternity breaks? Image Credit: Pixabay

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Legal recourse if maternity leave is denied Image Credit: Pixabay

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Legal recourse if maternity leave is denied Image Credit: Pixabay

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