Understanding Article 47 Arbitrary Dismissal Rights
Under Article 47 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, an employee's termination is deemed arbitrary if the employer terminates the employment relationship unlawfully or as retaliation for filing a labor dispute with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE).
If proven, competent labor courts award compensation up to 3 months of basic salary. This compensation is separate from your statutory rights under our Article 51 End-of-Service Gratuity Calculator and ILOE Unemployment Insurance Benefits.
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Maximum Arbitrary Dismissal Payout
AED 36,000
Note: Paid over and above gratuity, notice period pay, & ILOE compensation.
Article 47 Summary
| Maximum Award: | 3 Months Basic Salary |
| Determining Body: | Competent UAE Labor Court |
| Gratuity Impact: | Full Gratuity Still Payable |
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Frequently Asked Questions (Arbitrary Dismissal)
Under Article 47 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, arbitrary dismissal occurs when an employer terminates an employee unlawfully without a valid reason, or because the employee filed a legal complaint against the employer with MoHRE.
Labor courts can award compensation equal to up to 3 months of the employee's basic salary, taking into account the extent of damage, length of service, and circumstances of termination.
Yes. Arbitrary dismissal compensation is paid over and above the employee's standard End-of-Service Gratuity under our Article 51 Gratuity Calculator, unserved notice period pay, and accrued annual leave.
The employee must submit an online labor complaint via the MoHRE mobile app or website. If MoHRE cannot resolve the dispute amicably, the case is referred to the Labor Court.
MoHRE VerifiedOfficial Labor Law Source
• Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation (MoHRE Dispute Resolution): mohre.gov.ae