2026 RatesEmployer Cost Calculator
Calculate the total cost to employ someone in United Arab Emirates. See employer contributions for social security, pension, and other mandatory costs.
Employment Details
Enter the gross salary and employee type
No employer social security contributions required.
21 days/year basic salary (years 1–5)
Visa fees, medical insurance, housing allowance, etc.
UAE Employer Rates 2026
Total Employment Cost
What it costs to employ someone in the UAE (2026)
total annual cost
AED 177,665.75
AED 14,805.48/month
Note: UAE has no employer social security for expatriates (88% of workforce). UAE nationals: employer pays 12.5%–15% pension. End-of-Service Gratuity (EOSG) accrues at 21 days/year (first 5 years), paid on termination — not an annual cash cost.
Employment Details
Enter the gross salary and employee type
No employer social security contributions required.
21 days/year basic salary (years 1–5)
Visa fees, medical insurance, housing allowance, etc.
UAE Employer Rates 2026
Total Employment Cost
What it costs to employ someone in the UAE (2026)
total annual cost
AED 177,665.75
AED 14,805.48/month
Note: UAE has no employer social security for expatriates (88% of workforce). UAE nationals: employer pays 12.5%–15% pension. End-of-Service Gratuity (EOSG) accrues at 21 days/year (first 5 years), paid on termination — not an annual cash cost.
What's Included in Employment Costs?
Understanding the full cost of hiring in United Arab Emirates
Gross Salary
The agreed salary before any deductions. This is what the employee sees.
Social Security
Employer contributions to pension, healthcare, unemployment, and other insurance.
Additional Costs
Holiday allowance, pension contributions, and any other mandatory payments.