Document background
The End of Contract Notice is a crucial document in UAE employment relations, required under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (UAE Labor Law) when a fixed-term employment contract reaches its conclusion. This document should be issued within the statutory notice period, which can range from 30 to 90 days depending on the contract terms. The notice includes essential information such as the termination date, final settlement details, handover requirements, and end-of-service benefit calculations. It serves multiple purposes: legal compliance, clear communication of termination terms, protection of both employer and employee rights, and documentation of the formal conclusion of the employment relationship. The document is particularly important in the UAE context due to specific local labor law requirements regarding end-of-service benefits, visa cancellation procedures for expatriate employees, and mandatory notice periods.
