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Can the employee take annual leave before finishing one year in service?

Hi,

I am an employee working here in Dubai, UAE for 10 months now.

I'm planning to file a leave for 2 days, however, my colleague informed me that as per the company policy, they consider it as absent then I will get a full basic + accommodation only.

So I am confused now because this was not the practice in the previous company. Appreciate it if I could get free advice on this matter.

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8 Dec 2021, 11:28

Thank you for your query.

Please note that you will not be entitled to any leave until one full working year is completed within the UAE.

If you choose to take the leave within one year, it will be unpaid.

8 Dec 2021, 11:31

Thanks, Bashir.

However, as per article 75, any employee who completed 6 months is entitled to 2 days per month. Your thought about this?

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