HR Glossary

What is Maternity Leave - 45/60 Days (UAE)?

A statutory entitlement under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, granting private-sector employees 45 days of fully paid maternity leave, extendable by 15 additional unpaid days, with special provisions for mothers of children with disabilities receiving 30 extra days of paid leave.

Why it matters in hiring

Maternity Leave - 45/60 Days (UAE) comes up whenever teams compare candidates, set policy or report on people data. Getting the definition right keeps decisions consistent, which is the same reason springhire scores every applicant against the same criteria rather than on impression.

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