What are the rules regarding employment for a probationary period?
It is common practice in the UAE to employ persons on an initial probationary period. During the probation period, both the employer and the employee may terminate the employment contract with immediate effect without providing a valid reason or notice. In such cases, the employer will not be liable to pay end of service benefits or compensation to the employee. According to Article 37 of the Law, the probation period can be for a maximum period of six months. Is the probation period included for the purposes of calculating gratuity and other terminal benefits? Once completed, the probation period is considered as part of the overall employment term and is taken into account when calculating gratuity and other terminal benefits. Are employers liable to pay repatriation and other benefits for termination of employment during the probation period? All wages and benefits accrued during the probation period must be paid along with repatriation costs. The employer is, however, not required
