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Looking to hire in United Arab Emirates

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Employing in United Arab Emirates

Key employment information for hiring and managing employees in United Arab Emirates.

Minimum Wage
AED 60,000
per year

Minimum Wage

AED 60,000 per year

Working hours

Working hours per week

40 hours per week

Leave

Annual leave

30 days per year

Personal/Carer's leave

90 days per year. Medical certificate required

Public holidays in United Arab Emirates

Arafat Day
Eid Al Adha
Eid Al Fitr
Islamic New Year
National Day
New Years Day
Prophets Birthday

Termination

Notice period

30 days minimum (14 days during probation)

Probation period

0 – 180 days

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