The UAE Labour Law, specifically Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations in the Private Sector
Here's a detailed breakdown of
the enhanced leave entitlements:
1. Maternity Leave
- Entitlement:
Female employees are entitled to 60 days of maternity leave.
- The first 45 days are at full pay.
- The subsequent 15 days are at half pay.
- Additional Unpaid Leave:
- A female worker may apply for her
maternity leave up to 30 days prior to the expected date of delivery.
- In addition to the basic maternity leave,
she may take an additional 45 days of unpaid leave if she has an
illness as a result of pregnancy or childbirth and is unable to resume
work. This illness must be proven by a medical certificate issued by the
respective medical authority. These leave days can be consecutive or
intermittent.
- Special Provisions for Sick/Disabled
Child: If the baby is sick or suffers from a
disability, the female worker may take an additional 30 days of fully
paid leave. This leave can be extended for an additional 30 days
without pay. The illness or disability of the child must be proven via
a medical certificate from the respective medical authority.
- Nursing Breaks:
After resuming work, a female worker is entitled to one or two
additional breaks each day for nursing her child, not exceeding one
hour in total. These breaks are fully paid and can be availed for 6
months following the date of delivery.
- Miscarriage/Stillbirth:
Women who suffer a miscarriage or stillbirth after six months of pregnancy
are entitled to 10 days of paid leave.
- Relevant Section:
These provisions are primarily outlined in Article 30 of Federal
Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
2. Parental Leave
- Entitlement:
Both male and female employees are entitled to 5 working days of paid
parental leave.
- Timing: This leave must
be taken within six months of their child's birth.
- Significance: The
UAE was the first Arab country to grant parental leave to employees in the
private sector.
- Relevant Section:
This entitlement is provided for in Federal Decree-Law No. 6 of 2020
(which amended Federal Law No. 8 of 1980 on the Regulation of Labour
Relations, and is now integrated into Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021,
specifically Article 32 regarding special leaves).
3. Study Leave
- Entitlement:
Employees with two or more years of service are eligible for 10
days of paid study leave annually.
- Purpose: This leave is
specifically for sitting for exams at approved UAE educational
institutions.
- Relevant Section:
This provision is outlined in Article 32 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33
of 2021.
4. Compassionate Leave
(Bereavement Leave)
- Entitlement:
Employees are entitled to paid bereavement leave in case of the death of
close family members.
- 5 days of paid leave
for the death of a spouse.
- 3 days of paid leave
for the death of a parent, child, sibling, grandchild, or grandparent.
- Relevant Section:
This is specified in Article 32 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
Important Note: While
the above details are based on the current UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law
No. 33 of 2021) and its executive regulations, it is always advisable for
employers and employees to refer to the official and most up-to-date
legislation published by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
(MOHRE) or consult with a legal professional for specific interpretations or
complex situations. The official portal of the UAE Government (u.ae) and the
MOHRE website (mohre.gov.ae) are reliable sources for this information.
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