UAE resignation gratuity checklist

Use this checklist before accepting a final settlement. It is an estimate aid only, not legal advice.

Key dates
- Joining date:
- Resignation date:
- Last working date:
- Notice-period start date:
- Notice-period end date:
- Unpaid leave days, if any:

Salary details
- Basic monthly salary:
- Total monthly salary:
- Allowances included in total salary:
- Last payslip month:

Documents to save
- Employment contract
- Salary certificate or payslips
- Resignation email or letter
- Employer acceptance or acknowledgement
- Notice-period messages
- Final settlement statement
- Leave balance record
- Any deduction explanation

Estimate checks
- Completed at least one year of continuous service?
- Basic salary used instead of total salary?
- 21-day / 30-day service bands checked?
- Unpaid leave or deductions explained?
- Final settlement compared with your own estimate?

Before signing
- Ask for the final settlement calculation in writing.
- Check gratuity, unpaid salary, leave salary, deductions, and notice-period items separately.
- Keep copies of anything you sign.