Compare Gratuity Calculator UAE vs Other Gulf Countries
UAE vs GCC Countries Comparison
| Country | Threshold | Tier Rate (≤3 yrs) | Tier Rate (5+ yrs) | Notes | |---------|-----------|---|---|---| | UAE | 6 mo (limited), 1 yr | 1/3 month | 1 full month | Most generous | | Saudi Arabia | 2 years | 50% last month | Full month | Longer threshold | | Qatar | 1 year | Varies | Up to 3 months/yr | Complex formula | | Oman | 6 months | 1/3 month | 1 full month | Similar to UAE | | Bahrain | 1 year | 1/3 month | Up to 2/3 month | Lower cap | | Kuwait | 1 year | 1/2 month | Full month | Higher initial |
UAE Advantage: Early Eligibility
UAE's 6-month threshold for limited contracts is most competitive:
- ✅ Get gratuity faster than most GCC
- ✅ Tier rates increase quickly (1/3 → 2/3 → 1 month)
- ✅ 5-year maximum earning potential highest in region
Example comparison (3 years, AED 5,000 basic):
| Country | Calculated | Notes | |---------|-----------|-------| | UAE | AED 500 | Tier 1 (1/3 × 3) | | Saudi Arabia | AED 0 | Hasn't reached 2-year threshold yet | | Qatar | AED 100–150 | Complex variable formula | | Oman | AED 500 | Same as UAE (similar rules) |
Key Differences
UAE Strengths
✅ Shortest thresholds (6 mo/1 yr)
✅ Fastest tier progression (1/3 → 2/3 → 1)
✅ 5-year benefit highest (full month salary/year)
✅ Clear, simple formula (easy to calculate)
✅ MOHRE enforcement (strong legal backing)
Other GCC Variations
- Saudi Arabia: Very restrictive (2-year minimum)
- Qatar: Complex (depends on exit reason)
- Oman: Similar to UAE (same basic formula)
- Kuwait: More generous early (but lower long-term)
Why Moving Between GCC Countries Affects Gratuity
Important: Service doesn't combine across countries.
Example:
- Worked in UAE 3 years: Entitled to AED 500 (using example above)
- Moved to Saudi Arabia, worked 1 year: Saudi doesn't recognize UAE service
- Saudi gratuity: AED 0 (below 2-year threshold)
- Total received: AED 500 (from UAE only)
Lesson: Service is country-specific.
Planning If Relocating
If Moving FROM UAE to Another GCC Country
- ✅ Claim full UAE gratuity before leaving
- ✅ Service doesn't transfer to next country
- ✅ Restart clock in new country
If Moving TO UAE from Another GCC Country
- ❌ Previous service does NOT count
- ✅ Start fresh with UAE employer
- ✅ Subject to UAE 6-month/1-year threshold
Online Calculators by Country
| Country | Has Calculator | Link | |---------|---|---| | UAE | ✅ Yes | gratuitycalculator-uae.ae | | Saudi Arabia | Limited options | SMOE portal | | Qatar | Limited options | MHOL website | | Oman | Minimal | Check employer |
Use Our UAE Calculator
Our calculator is designed specifically for UAE MOHRE law:
- ✅ UAE thresholds (6 mo/1 yr)
- ✅ UAE tier rates (1/3, 2/3, 1 month)
- ✅ UAE formula (Basic ÷ 30 × tier × years)
- ✅ UAE deduction rules
- ✅ UAE payment timeline (30 days)
For an instant end-of-service estimate, use our online gratuity calculator UAE.
Best gratuity system in GCC? UAE has competitive advantages!
