The laws behind this calculator
| Country | Gratuity for each year | Salary used |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | 15 days for the first 5 years, then 30 days; up to 18 months’ pay | Last full salary |
| Qatar | At least 21 days, after 1 year of service | Last basic salary |
| Oman | One month from 31 July 2023; before that, 15 days for the first 3 years, then one month | Last basic salary |
| Bahrain | 15 days for the first 3 years, then one month | Last full salary |
In Kuwait, a worker who resigns gets nothing under 3 years, half from 3 to 5 years, two thirds from 5 to 10 years, and the full amount from 10 years. In Qatar, Oman and Bahrain a resignation does not reduce the gratuity. In Bahrain, the part for service from 1 March 2024 is paid by the Social Insurance Organisation (SIO). In Oman, a savings fund replaces the gratuity for service from 19 July 2027.
Examples
Kuwait, 10 years, salary 1,000 KWD, contract ended
You receive 8,653.85 KWD.
Qatar, 10 years, basic salary 1,000 QAR
You receive 7,000 QAR.
Frequently asked questions
Do I lose my gratuity if I resign?
Only in Kuwait, where it is reduced if you have less than 10 years. In Qatar, Oman and Bahrain the law does not reduce it for a resignation. It can be lost everywhere if you are dismissed for serious misconduct.
Which salary is used?
Your last salary. Qatar and Oman use the basic salary; Kuwait and Bahrain usually use the full salary with fixed allowances.
What changed in Bahrain?
Since 1 March 2024 employers pay a monthly contribution to the Social Insurance Organisation, which pays the gratuity for service from that date. Your employer still pays the part for service before it.
What changes in Oman in 2027?
From 19 July 2027 employers pay 9% of the basic wage each month into a savings fund for foreign workers, instead of a gratuity. Gratuity earned before then is still paid by the employer.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Your contract may give more than the law. This calculator is an estimate and is not legal advice; check with the labour ministry of your country.
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