UAE Labour Law News – Rights, Rules & Policy Changes

When can your UAE gratuity be deducted?

Find out how employers can legally deduct part of your severance pay

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Before resigning, understand the rules for deductions by employers and banks so you don’t lose part of your hard-earned pay.

How to apply for Hajj leave in the UAE

Key rules, eligibility and application steps for Hajj leave in UAE private firms

Hajj leave in UAE private sector: Everything you need to know

Can an employer stop you from working for a competitor?

Key rules, limits and enforcement of non-compete clauses in the UAE

Under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, non-compete clauses are enforceable but only within clearly defined boundaries.

Is UAE gratuity based on basic salary or gross salary?

Unsure about UAE gratuity? See how your salary and the two-year cap affect your payout

Many workers are unsure whether their end of service benefits include just their basic salary or the full gross wage with allowances. A UAE-based lawyer explains how the law defines gratuity and what the two-year wage cap means for your payout.

What students need to know about UAE internships

The rules, rights, and paperwork that apply to school students aged 15 and above

Summer internships in the UAE: Everything students and parents need to know

Lost your UAE job? Don't leave without these dues

More than just gratuity? the 'benefits you can claim when your job contract ends

Evening rush in Business Bay as office workers head home after work in Dubai.

UAE Labour Law: Can I be forced to take unpaid leave?

Salary cuts, unpaid leave, delayed wages: Know your rights as a UAE employee

Evening rush in Business Bay as office workers head home after work in Dubai.

What legal rights do remote workers have in the UAE?

Remote work in the UAE: Your rights to salary, leave, and working hours

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Can you claim unpaid salary while still employed?

How UAE workers can claim unpaid wages without resigning from their jobs

Ask Gulf News: Can you file a complaint for unpaid salary while still employed in the UAE?

UAE warns workers: Do not film incidents, handle debris

MoHRE safety guide: New guidelines highlight alerts, safety steps and legal risks

Authorities warn against filming incidents, urge compliance with safety alerts.

Is remote work mandatory during UAE rainstorms?

WFH vs. the office: Experts explain your rights on remote work, pay, and commuting

UAE rain alert: Experts break down what employees need to know about attending work, pay, and safe commuting during extreme weather.

Can rain delays count as working hours in the UAE?

Find out when private sector employees can include their commute as official working hours

Traffic jam due to a breakdown or adverse weather? The UAE Labour Law has three exceptions where your travel time must be counted as paid work.

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