Once you pass probation, you get 15 days of full-paid sick leave and 30 days at half pay. Anything beyond 45 days is unpaid.
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You can take unpaid leave only with your employer’s approval. Always inform them in advance.
You can take up to six sick days a year without a medical report. But no more than two consecutive days at a time.
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If you take more than 15 separate sick days, your leave must be approved by the Dubai Health Authority's medical committee.
A medical report is required if you take more than two consecutive sick days or exceed six separate days in a year.
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Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days Maternity Leave: 60 days Paternity Leave: 5 days Hajj Leave: Up to 30 days, unpaid
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You can take up to 90 days of sick leave in a year. Beyond that, your employer can take disciplinary action.
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