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Is an employee eligible to get 2 days of leave after the end of the probation period?
Hi,
Is an employee eligible to get 2 days of leave after the end of the probation period, as well as 30 days of annual leave after 1 year of service?
Dear Questioner,
During each year of his service, the worker shall be granted annual leave that may not be less than the following periods:
a. Two days for each month if the worker’s period of service is more than six months and less than a year.
b. Thirty days for each year if the worker’s period of service exceeds one year.
In the event that the worker’s service ends, he is entitled to annual leave for fractions of the last year.
Hello,
Yes, once you complete probation (maximum 6 months), you start accruing leave.
You'll earn 2 paid leave days per month until your first year is complete. After successfully completing your first year, you'll be entitled to 30 days of paid annual leave each year.
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In the United Arab Emirates, employee entitlements to leave benefits such as probation period leave and annual leave are typically governed by labor laws and employment contracts.
Here is a general overview of leave entitlements in the UAE:
1. Probation Period Leave:
- Probation Period: During the probation period, which is typically 6 months in the UAE, an employee may be entitled to the same leave benefits as confirmed employees, including annual leave.
- Annual Leave Accrual: Employees generally start accumulating annual leave from their first day of employment, and this accrual continues during the probation period.
- Probation Period Leave: While there is no specific provision for additional leave days after the probation period ends, the accumulated leave during the probation period can usually be utilized after confirmation.
2. Annual Leave:
- Entitlement: Once you have completed one year of continuous service with an employer, you are entitled to annual leave as per UAE labor laws.
- Duration: The standard annual leave entitlement in the UAE is typically 30 calendar days per year, which includes weekends and public holidays.
- Accrual: Employees may begin utilizing their annual leave balance after completing one year of service, and the entitlement typically increases with continued service.
3. Note:
- It is important to review the terms of your employment contract as some companies may have their specific policies regarding leave entitlements.
- Employers are required to comply with UAE labor laws when it comes to granting leave benefits to employees.
In the UAE, employees are generally entitled to annual leave benefits after completing one year of service, with the standard duration being 30 calendar days per year.
Probation period leave may also be included within the framework of annual leave entitlement, subject to individual employment contracts and company policies.
It is advisable to refer to the specific terms and conditions outlined in your employment contract and confirm with your HR department regarding your leave entitlement rights.