ADGM Contract Checker
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ADGM vs Mainland UAE
Gratuity → 21 days/year (all years) vs mainland 30 days after 5 years
Notice → Tiered: 7/30/90 days based on tenure
Annual leave → 20 working days vs mainland 30 calendar days
Courts → ADGM Courts (English common law)
Frequently Asked Questions
ADGM Employment Law — What You Need to Know
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) operates under its own Employment Regulations 2019, which are based on English common law principles. These regulations apply to all employers registered within ADGM, regardless of where the employee performs their work.
ADGM has unique features including tiered notice periods based on length of service (7 days for under 1 year, 30 days for 1-5 years, 90 days for 5+ years), a minimum of 20 working days annual leave, and enforceable garden leave provisions.
Disputes are resolved through ADGM Courts, which operate independently of mainland Abu Dhabi courts. The Small Claims Division handles claims up to USD 100,000, with proceedings conducted in English.