UAE Maternity & Parental Leave Calculator
Calculate statutory maternity benefits and parental leaves under the unified UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021). Accurately models 60-day maternity leave (45 days at 100% full pay + 15 days at 50% half pay), 5-day paid parental leave for fathers/mothers, paid daily nursing breaks, and job security protections.
Leave Parameters & Salary
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Representative calculations across monthly salary grades under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
| Salary Tier / Role | Basic Salary | Monthly Allowances | Gross Salary | 45 Days Full Pay | 15 Days Half Pay | Total 60-Day Maternity Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Support Executive | 4,500 AED | 2,500 AED | 7,000 AED | 10,500 AED | 1,750 AED | 12,250 AED (1.75× Mo Gross) |
| Senior Marketing Specialist | 8,000 AED | 4,000 AED | 12,000 AED | 18,000 AED | 3,000 AED | 21,000 AED (1.75× Mo Gross) |
| Finance Manager | 14,000 AED | 6,000 AED | 20,000 AED | 30,000 AED | 5,000 AED | 35,000 AED (1.75× Mo Gross) |
| Corporate Executive | 24,000 AED | 12,000 AED | 36,000 AED | 54,000 AED | 9,000 AED | 63,000 AED (1.75× Mo Gross) |
Legal Governance: Maternity & Parental Rights Under Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021
60 Days Maternity Leave Architecture
A female worker is entitled to 60 calendar days of maternity leave: the first 45 days at full pay (100%), and the subsequent 15 days at half pay (50%). She may apply for maternity leave up to 30 days prior to the expected delivery date.
45 Days Unpaid Medical Extension
If a mother suffers from a certified illness resulting from pregnancy or childbirth that prevents her from resuming duties, she may take up to 45 continuous or intermittent days of unpaid leave with full statutory job security.
Daily Paid Nursing Breaks
Upon returning to work, the mother is entitled to one or two daily breaks to nurse her child, not exceeding one hour total per day, for six (6) months from the delivery date. Breaks are considered effective working hours.
5 Working Days Paid Parental Leave
Either parent (father or mother) in the private sector is entitled to five (5) working days of fully paid parental leave to care for their child, usable continuously or intermittently within six (6) months of birth.
Statutory Mathematical Formulation
Step-by-step algorithms codified under UAE MOHRE executive regulations and corporate payroll practice.
Daily Comprehensive Wage Derivation
Daily Comprehensive Wage = (Monthly Basic Salary + Monthly Allowances) / 30.0 Days Maternity leave pay in the UAE is calculated on the employee's comprehensive gross wage using the 30-day divisor.
45 Days Full Pay Tier Computation
Full Pay Tier = Daily Comprehensive Wage × 45.0 Days = 1.5 × Monthly Gross Salary Disbursed at 100% of the employee's regular daily comprehensive wage.
15 Days Half Pay Tier Computation
Half Pay Tier = (Daily Comprehensive Wage × 0.50) × 15.0 Days = 0.25 × Monthly Gross Salary Disbursed at 50% of the employee's regular daily comprehensive wage.
Total Maternity Compensation Formula
Total Maternity Pay = Full Pay Tier + Half Pay Tier = 1.75 × Monthly Gross Salary The statutory 60-day maternity benefit equals exactly 1.75 times the worker's monthly comprehensive wage.
Frequently Asked Questions: UAE Maternity & Parental Laws
How many days of maternity leave are granted in the UAE under the Labour Law?
Under Article 30 of UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, a female employee in the private sector is entitled to 60 calendar days of maternity leave: the first 45 days with 100% full pay, and the subsequent 15 days with 50% half pay.
What is the statutory parental leave entitlement for fathers in the UAE?
Under Article 32(1)(a) of the UAE Labour Law, any private-sector employee (father or mother) is entitled to five (5) working days of fully paid parental leave to care for their newborn child. This leave can be taken continuously or intermittently within the first six (6) months of the child's life.
Are working mothers in the UAE entitled to nursing breaks upon returning to work?
Yes. Under Article 30(8), after returning to work from maternity leave, the mother is entitled to one or two daily breaks to nurse her child, not exceeding one hour in total per day, for six (6) months following delivery. These breaks are fully paid and considered part of official working hours.
Can a mother take additional unpaid maternity leave if she suffers pregnancy-related complications?
Yes. Under Article 30(4), after exhausting the 60-day maternity leave, the employee may take up to 45 continuous or intermittent days of unpaid leave if she suffers from a medically certified pregnancy- or childbirth-related illness, during which her job is fully legally protected.
Can an employer in the UAE terminate a female employee due to pregnancy or maternity leave?
No. Article 30(7) strictly prohibits an employer from terminating or serving a termination notice to a female employee because of pregnancy, childbirth, or while on statutory maternity leave. Any such termination is classified as arbitrary dismissal with severe financial penalties.
📊 UAE Statutory & Financial Breakdown Matrix (FTA, MOHRE & GPSSA)
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (AED / د.إ) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | 0.00 AED |