After Probation
Under the general rule, qualifying private-sector employees may receive up to 90 days of sick leave per year after completing probation, subject to statutory conditions.
UAE Employment · Sick Leave Entitlements
UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator For Your Salary
Use the UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator to estimate how much of your sick leave may be paid at full pay, half pay or no pay. Enter your monthly wage, leave already taken and the number of days you now need. The result provides a practical estimate in UAE dirhams (AED) under the standard federal private-sector sick leave framework.
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STATUTORY PAY BANDS90-DAY MODEL
Eligible private-sector sick leave
15 / 30 / 45
Full Pay · Half Pay · Unpaid
First band15 daysFull pay
Second band30 daysHalf pay
Final band45 daysUnpaid
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UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator
Calculate a possible sick pay amount using the wage you enter and the remaining statutory pay bands. The calculator considers leave already taken during the relevant entitlement year, because your new absence may cross from full pay to half pay or unpaid leave.
Use whole days. The monthly wage is divided by 30 for this estimate. Enter the wage basis that applies to your circumstances; do not assume basic salary and total wage are interchangeable in every employment arrangement.
Estimated Sick Leave Pay
AED 3,000.00
Illustrative estimate for the requested leave period
Full-pay days10 days
Half-pay days0 days
Unpaid days within entitlement0 days
Days beyond 90-day allowance0 days
Full-pay amountAED 3,000.00
Half-pay amountAED 0.00
Unpaid amountAED 0.00
Daily wage usedAED 300.00
This is an estimate, not a wage determination or legal decision. Your employment category, applicable law, contract, employer policy and verified medical documentation may affect the outcome.
Important: The standard 15-day full-pay, 30-day half-pay and 45-day unpaid structure applies to eligible private-sector employees after probation under Article 31 of the UAE labour law. Read the official UAE Government sick leave guidance for eligibility and exceptions.
Understand The Entitlement
UAE Sick Leave Pay Rules Explained
The UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator uses the familiar federal private-sector structure for non-work-related illness. Understanding the bands helps you interpret the result and identify when a different employment rule may apply.
| Leave Band | Days In Band | Pay Rate | How It Is Treated |
|---|---|---|---|
| First band | Days 1–15 | 100% of entered daily wage | Full-pay sick leave, subject to eligibility |
| Second band | Days 16–45 | 50% of entered daily wage | Half-pay sick leave |
| Third band | Days 46–90 | 0% | Unpaid sick leave within the allowance |
| Beyond the allowance | After day 90 | Not calculated as statutory sick pay | Outside this calculator's 90-day entitlement model |
How The Full-Pay Band Works
For an eligible employee who has completed probation, the first 15 days of qualifying sick leave are generally paid at full pay. The calculator counts the sick days already taken before assigning days to this band. If you have already used 12 eligible days, only three days remain in the first band. A new 10-day absence would therefore include three full-pay days before the calculation moves to the next band.
That is why entering previous leave is essential. A calculation that treats every new absence as if it were the first sick leave of the year can overstate the full-pay amount. Check the records your employer uses for the relevant entitlement year before relying on a result.
How Half Pay Is Calculated
The next 30 days of qualifying sick leave fall in the half-pay band. If the monthly wage entered is AED 9,000, the model uses AED 300 per day by dividing by 30. A half-pay day is then estimated at AED 150. If a request crosses the full-pay boundary, only the days falling in the second band receive that reduced rate.
The entered monthly amount is a calculation input, not a legal conclusion about the correct wage basis. Employment contracts may distinguish basic wage from total wage and allowances. Confirm which amount is relevant to your case with your employer, MoHRE or a qualified adviser.
How Unpaid Days Are Counted
After the 15 full-pay days and 30 half-pay days, the remaining 45 days in the standard 90-day allowance are unpaid under the general rule. The calculator still displays those days so that you can see how the requested leave is divided, but it does not add pay for them. It also reports days beyond the 90-day allowance separately rather than presenting them as paid statutory sick leave.
Days already used affect the remaining balance. If 40 days have already been counted, the next request starts with the half-pay band rather than restarting at full pay. If 90 days have already been used, this model will not assign statutory sick pay to a new request. Confirm the relevant year and the employer's record of continuous or intermittent leave.
Calculation Method
How To Use The UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator
Follow these steps to make the estimate more useful. The result depends on the accuracy of the wage amount and the number of sick leave days already recorded.
Enter Your Monthly Wage
Enter the monthly amount you want to use for the estimate in AED. The model divides this amount by 30 to obtain an illustrative daily wage.
Confirm Eligibility
Select whether probation has been completed and whether a disqualifying circumstance may apply. During probation, the general rule does not provide paid sick leave.
Add Previous Sick Days
Enter the sick leave days already taken during the relevant year, then enter the number of days in the new request.
Calculate The Pay Bands
The calculator allocates the requested days to the remaining full-pay, half-pay and unpaid bands in sequence.
Review The Breakdown
Compare the total with the individual band amounts. Check the days outside the 90-day allowance and confirm the wage basis.
Verify Before Relying On It
Check the official guidance, your contract and your employer's leave records. Seek advice if your employment category is not covered by the standard model.
Formula Used In The Estimate
Daily wage = monthly wage ÷ 30
Estimated sick pay = full-pay days × daily wage + half-pay days × daily wage × 0.5
Unpaid days and days beyond the allowance add zero to the statutory sick pay estimate. The calculator rounds displayed currency amounts to two decimal places.
Example With AED 9,000 Monthly Wage
Assume probation is complete, no exclusion applies and no sick leave has been used previously. A 20-day request would allocate 15 days to full pay and five days to half pay.
- Daily wage: AED 9,000 ÷ 30 = AED 300.
- Full pay: 15 × AED 300 = AED 4,500.
- Half pay: 5 × AED 150 = AED 750.
- Estimated total: AED 5,250.
This example illustrates the formula, not a guarantee of the amount an employer must pay in an individual case.
Eligibility And Exceptions
Who Can Use This Sick Pay Estimate?
The UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator is designed around the general federal private-sector rules for non-work-related illness. Not every employee in the UAE necessarily falls under the same legal framework.
During Probation
Paid sick leave is generally not an entitlement during probation under Article 31. An employer may grant unpaid leave based on an appropriate medical report.
Medical Documentation
Employees should notify the employer within the legally specified period and submit a medical report from the relevant medical authority.
Work-Related Illness
Occupational injuries and illnesses are governed by separate provisions. This calculator does not estimate work-injury compensation or treatment-period wages.
Special Employment Categories
Government employees, domestic workers and some free-zone employees may be subject to different legislation or employment arrangements.
Potential Exclusions
The law excludes paid sick leave in specified circumstances, including certain illness arising from worker misconduct or violations of applicable safety instructions.
The UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator cannot determine which law applies to your employment solely from your salary. For official information, see the UAE Government employment laws and regulations and ask the relevant authority if your employment category is uncertain.
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Common Sick Leave Pay Calculation Mistakes
Small input errors can change the split between pay bands. Review these points before using the result to plan household expenses or query a payslip.
Starting At Day One Every Time
The pay bands do not restart simply because a new medical certificate or separate absence begins. The days already taken in the relevant year matter. Enter previous leave accurately and compare the calculation with your employer's attendance records.
Entering The Wrong Wage Amount
Do not assume that basic salary, total monthly wage and every allowance are legally identical. The wage definition and the wording of the applicable sick leave provision can require careful interpretation. The calculator prices the amount you enter; it does not decide the legal basis of that amount.
Ignoring Probation Status
The standard paid sick leave entitlement applies after probation. If you are still in probation, the result should not be read as an entitlement to paid sick leave. Review your employment terms and the official legal provisions.
Mixing Up Calendar Days And Workdays
The general private-sector sick leave allowance is expressed in days, and the applicable law and implementing rules determine how leave is counted. Do not automatically convert a certified absence into working days only. Confirm how your leave is recorded and which rules apply.
Using The Wrong Entitlement Year
The law refers to a yearly allowance, but the exact way an employer tracks the relevant period can require confirmation. The calculator uses the previous-days figure you provide. If your employer uses a different period or your leave spans a boundary, ask for a written breakdown.
Treating The Estimate As A Payslip
The displayed amount excludes unrelated deductions, benefits, adjustments and any additional employer policy that may improve the statutory minimum. It is not a formal payroll calculation or a legal ruling.
Frequently Asked Questions
UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator FAQs
These answers summarise the general private-sector framework. Individual employment arrangements and legal exceptions may change the outcome.
How many sick leave days are allowed in the UAE?
Under the general federal private-sector rule, an eligible employee who has completed probation may receive up to 90 days of sick leave per year, whether consecutive or intermittent. The standard pay bands are 15 days at full pay, the next 30 at half pay and the remaining 45 unpaid. Other employment categories may follow different rules.
How much sick leave is paid at full salary?
The first 15 days of qualifying sick leave are generally paid at full pay after probation. The number of full-pay days remaining in a new request depends on the sick leave already counted in the relevant entitlement year.
How is half-pay sick leave calculated?
The next 30 days are generally paid at half pay. This calculator divides the monthly wage you enter by 30 and applies 50% of that daily amount to each day allocated to the half-pay band.
Is sick leave paid during probation?
Under the general federal private-sector rule, employees are not entitled to paid sick leave during probation. An employer may grant unpaid sick leave where the required medical report supports it. Check your contract and the applicable law.
Do I need to inform my employer?
The official guidance says employees should notify their employer of sickness within no more than three days and submit a medical report issued by the relevant medical authority. Follow your employer's reporting process as well and retain copies of documentation.
Does the calculator use basic salary or total salary?
The calculator uses the monthly amount you enter. The legally appropriate wage basis can require interpretation of the applicable law, contract and employment circumstances. Confirm whether your case should use basic wage, total wage or another defined amount.
What happens after 90 sick leave days?
The standard model does not allocate statutory sick pay to days beyond the 90-day allowance. The legal consequences depend on the applicable law and the employee's circumstances, so seek official advice rather than treating this estimate as a decision about continued employment.
Are work injuries included?
No. Work injuries and occupational illnesses are covered by separate legal provisions, including specific treatment and compensation rules. Do not use this calculator to estimate work-injury pay.
Can my employer provide more generous sick pay?
An employment contract or employer policy may provide benefits beyond the general statutory minimum. This calculator estimates the standard model and does not include extra contractual benefits unless you separately account for them.
Is the result legally binding?
No. It is an informational estimate based on your inputs and stated assumptions. Official guidance, applicable legislation, the employment contract and decisions by the competent authority take precedence. Contact MoHRE or a qualified adviser if there is a dispute.
Official References
Legal Sources And Limitations
The calculator is intended as a planning aid, not a substitute for official guidance. Review the original legal material and check whether the rules apply to your employment category.
- UAE Government: Sick Leave — overview of paid and unpaid sick leave eligibility, pay bands and employer notification.
- Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation: UAE Labour Law — official English-language labour law resource.
- UAE Legislation Portal — federal legislation and implementing regulations.
The general federal framework cited here is Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Employment Relationships, including Article 31 and applicable amendments and implementing regulations. The correct interpretation depends on the version in force, the employment category and the facts of the case.
The calculator does not verify medical certificates, employment records, probation dates, salary components, employer policies or legal exclusions. It does not provide legal advice and should not be used as the sole basis for a payroll dispute, absence decision or financial commitment. If your situation is unclear, contact MoHRE or a qualified UAE employment adviser.
Estimate Your Sick Leave Pay With Confidence
Use the UAE Sick Leave Pay Calculator to review the estimated full-pay, half-pay and unpaid portions of a qualifying absence. Confirm your leave history, wage basis and applicable employment rules before making a decision.
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