{"id":8323,"date":"2025-08-21T10:18:12","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T07:18:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/?p=8323"},"modified":"2025-12-14T09:51:32","modified_gmt":"2025-12-14T06:51:32","slug":"gratuity-calculator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/gratuity-calculator\/","title":{"rendered":"Qatar Gratuity Calculator 2026: Updated with Labour Law"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You can calculate your gratuity in Qatar using the following calculator:<\/p>\n<div class=\"inserted\" data-location=\"shortcode\" data-visibility=\"\"><div class=\"inserted-inner\"><div id=\"gratuity-calculator\">\r\n  <form id=\"gratuityForm\">\r\n    <div class=\"form-group\">\r\n      <label for=\"startDate\">Start Date of Service<\/label>\r\n      <input type=\"date\" id=\"startDate\" required=\"\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"form-group\">\r\n      <label for=\"endDate\">End Date of Service<\/label>\r\n      <input type=\"date\" id=\"endDate\" required=\"\">\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"form-group\">\r\n      <label for=\"basicSalary\">Last Drawn Basic Salary (QAR)<\/label>\r\n      <input type=\"number\" id=\"basicSalary\" placeholder=\"Enter your basic salary\" required=\"\">\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <button type=\"button\" onclick=\"calculateGratuity()\">Calculate Gratuity<\/button>\r\n  <\/form>\r\n  <div id=\"result\" class=\"result\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n    <div id=\"resultContent\"><\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<script>\r\nfunction calculateGratuity() {\r\n  const startDate = new Date(document.getElementById('startDate').value);\r\n  const endDate = new Date(document.getElementById('endDate').value);\r\n  const basicSalary = parseFloat(document.getElementById('basicSalary').value);\r\n\r\n  if (isNaN(startDate) || isNaN(endDate) || isNaN(basicSalary) || basicSalary <= 0 || startDate >= endDate) {\r\n    alert(\"Please enter valid inputs. Ensure start date is before the end date.\");\r\n    return;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  const diffInTime = endDate - startDate;\r\n  const yearsOfService = diffInTime \/ (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24 * 365.25);\r\n\r\n  const first5Years = Math.min(yearsOfService, 5);\r\n  const beyond5Years = Math.max(0, yearsOfService - 5);\r\n\r\n  const gratuityForFirst5Years = first5Years * (basicSalary \/ 30) * 21;\r\n  const gratuityForBeyond5Years = beyond5Years * (basicSalary \/ 30) * 21;\r\n  const totalGratuity = gratuityForFirst5Years + gratuityForBeyond5Years;\r\n\r\n  const resultContent = `\r\n        <p><strong>Total Gratuity:<\/strong> <span class=\"text-primary\">QAR ${totalGratuity.toFixed(2)}\r\n        <\/span><\/p>\r\n        <p><strong>First 5 Years:<\/strong> <span class=\"text-primary\">QAR ${gratuityForFirst5Years.toFixed(2)}<\/span><\/p>\r\n        <p><strong>Beyond 5 Years:<\/strong> <span class=\"text-primary\">QAR ${gratuityForBeyond5Years.toFixed(2)}<\/span><\/p>\r\n    `;\r\n  document.getElementById('resultContent').innerHTML = resultContent;\r\n  const resultDiv = document.getElementById('result');\r\n  resultDiv.style.display = \"block\";\r\n}\r\n<\/script>\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n#gratuity-calculator {\r\n    max-width: 700px;\r\n    margin: auto;\r\n    background: var(--bg-color);\r\n    padding: 2rem;\r\n    border-radius: var(--site-border-radius);\r\n    border-top: 2px solid var(--site-color);\r\n    box-shadow: 0 4px 6px var(--shadow-color);\r\n}\r\n\r\n#gratuity-calculator .form-group, #gratuity-calculator label {\r\n  margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#result {\r\n  margin-top: 2em;\r\n}\r\n\r\n<\/style><\/div><\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"primary-content-body\"><div class=\"primary-content-content singular-content\"><div class=\"singular-body\"><\/p>\n<h2>Gratuity in Qatar<\/h2>\n<p>All employees in the private sector are entitled to an end-of-service gratuity in Qatar according to the current labor law. This is a gratuity for all workers who have served for at least one year, and it differs from the gratuity received by workers in the government sector, and also differs from the gratuity paid to domestic workers.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Use Gratuity Calculator in Qatar<\/h2>\n<p>To use gratuity calculator in Qatar, Just follow these easy steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enter the Start Date of Service using the calendar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8336\" src=\"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-To-Use-Gratuity-Calculator-In-Qatar-600x310.jpg\" alt=\"How To Use Gratuity Calculator In Qatar\" width=\"600\" height=\"310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-To-Use-Gratuity-Calculator-In-Qatar-600x310.jpg 600w, https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-To-Use-Gratuity-Calculator-In-Qatar-1024x530.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-To-Use-Gratuity-Calculator-In-Qatar-768x397.jpg 768w, https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-To-Use-Gratuity-Calculator-In-Qatar-360x186.jpg 360w, https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-To-Use-Gratuity-Calculator-In-Qatar.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use the calendar to determine the End Date of Service.<\/li>\n<li>Type Last Drawn Basic Salary in the empty field.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the Calculate Gratuity icon to see the result.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Qatar Gratuity Calculation Formula<\/h2>\n<p>Gratuity in Qatar is calculated based on the following equation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gratuity = 3 weeks pay x number of years of service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Sample Calculation of Gratuity in Qatar<\/h2>\n<p>Here are some examples of calculating gratuity in Qatar:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What is the end-of-service gratuity for an employee after 5 years if his last salary was 5,000 QAR?\n<ul>\n<li>Gratuity = (5,000 QAR \u00f7 26 Days \u00d7 21 Days) \u00d7 5 years<\/li>\n<li>Gratuity = 20,192 QAR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>What is the end-of-service gratuity for an employee after 3 years if his last salary was 7,000 QAR?\n<ul>\n<li>Gratuity = (5,000 QAR \u00f7 26 Days \u00d7 21 Days) \u00d7 5 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>What is the end-of-service gratuity for an employee after 7 years if his last salary was 15,000 QAR?\n<ul>\n<li>Gratuity = 3 weeks pay x number of years of service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Gratuity in Qatar Upon Death<\/h2>\n<p>in the event that an employee dies during service, the employer must pay all of the employee&#8217;s entitlements, in addition to the end-of-service gratuity, regardless of the cause of death. The employer must submit a detailed report to the court detailing how the amounts were calculated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.<\/p>\n<h2>Who is Not Eligible for Gratuity in Qatar<\/h2>\n<p>The worker is not entitled to an end-of-service gratuity in Qatar in any of the following cases:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the length of service with the employer is less than one year.<\/li>\n<li>If the worker impersonates another person, claims a nationality other than his own, or submits forged documents or certificates.<\/li>\n<li>If the worker commits an error that results in significant financial loss to the employer, provided that the employer informs the administration of the incident within a period not exceeding the end of the next working day after becoming aware of the incident.<\/li>\n<li>If the worker violates, more than once, instructions related to maintaining the safety of workers and the facility, despite being warned in writing, provided that these instructions are written and posted in a conspicuous place.<\/li>\n<li>If the worker breaches any of his essential obligations stipulated in the employment contract or by law more than once, despite being given a written warning.<\/li>\n<li>If he divulges secrets of the facility in which he works.<\/li>\n<li>If the worker is found during working hours in a state of apparent intoxication or under the influence of drugs.<\/li>\n<li>If the worker assaults the employer, manager, or a supervisor during or as a result of work.<\/li>\n<li>If the worker repeatedly assaults his colleagues during work despite being warned in writing.<\/li>\n<li>If the worker is absent from work without a legitimate reason for more than seven consecutive days or fifteen intermittent days during the year. If the worker is convicted by a final judgment of a crime affecting honor or trust.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What is Minimum Gratuity Benefit in Qatar<\/h2>\n<p>There is no limit to the minimum amount that a worker can receive as an end-of-service gratuity in the Qatari Labor Law, but the gratuity must not be less than three weeks\u2019 wages for each year of service, and it may be more than that if the worker agrees with the employer upon signing the contract or upon termination of service.<\/p>\n<h2>Points to Consider for Qatar Gratuity Calculation<\/h2>\n<p>Here are several points to consider when calculating end-of-service gratuity in Qatar:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Minimum One Year of Continuous Service:<\/strong> To qualify for gratuity under Qatar Labor Law, an employee must complete at least one full year of uninterrupted service with the same employer. Any break in service can affect eligibility or reset the gratuity calculation period.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Standard Gratuity Formula:<\/strong> Applied The usual gratuity formula in Qatar is 21 days\u2019 basic salary for every year of service. The calculation is: (Basic Salary \u00f7 30) \u00d7 21 \u00d7 Years of Service. Ensure your years are counted accurately for a correct amount.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Calculation Is Based on Basic Salary:<\/strong> Gratuity is calculated using the employee\u2019s last basic monthly salary, excluding allowances like housing, transport, or bonuses. Knowing your final basic salary is essential, as it directly determines the amount you\u2019ll receive at the end of service.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reason for Leaving Affects Entitlement:<\/strong> Whether you resign or are terminated impacts your gratuity. Full gratuity is generally paid if the employer terminates you. If you resign before completing five years, your entitlement might be reduced depending on contract terms and reason for leaving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Final Dues Are Calculated Separately:<\/strong> Gratuity is separate from other dues like unused leave days, unpaid salary, or overtime. These should be calculated and paid in addition to gratuity. Review your final payslip and employment contract to ensure all entitlements are included.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Factors Affecting Gratuity Value in Qatar<\/h2>\n<p>Below are the main factors that affect the value of the end-of-service gratuity in Qatar:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Length of continuous service.<\/li>\n<li>Final basic monthly salary.<\/li>\n<li>Reason for termination or resignation.<\/li>\n<li>Company\u2019s internal HR policies.<\/li>\n<li>Inclusion or exclusion of unpaid leave.<\/li>\n<li>Absences without valid reason.<\/li>\n<li>Any legal deductions or penalties.<\/li>\n<li>Settlement of outstanding loans or advances.<\/li>\n<li>Applicable terms in employment contract.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Gratuity in Qatar for The Government Sector<\/h2>\n<p>The method of calculating end-of-service gratuity in Qatar differs significantly for the government sector and the private sector, and depends primarily on the number of years of service. Increasing the number of years of service changes the method of calculating the gratuity, as well as its value, as follows:<\/p>\n<h3>Government Sector Gratuity in Qatar Before 5 Years<\/h3>\n<p>The following equation explains how to calculate government sector gratuity in Qatar before 5 years:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gratuity = One month&#8217;s salary \u00d7 Number of years of service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Government Sector Gratuity in Qatar After 5 Years<\/h3>\n<p>The following equation explains how to calculate government sector gratuity in Qatar after 5 years:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gratuity = (One month&#8217;s salary \u00d7 5) + (One month&#8217;s salary \u00d7 1.5 \u00d7 The remaining years after the first 5 years of service)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Government Sector Gratuity Calculation in Qatar After 10 Years<\/h3>\n<p>The following equation explains how to calculate government sector gratuity in Qatar after 10 years:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gratuity = (One month&#8217;s salary \u00d7 5) + (One month&#8217;s salary \u00d7 1.5 \u00d7 5) + (One month&#8217;s salary \u00d7 2 \u00d7 The remaining years after the first 10 years of service)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Gratuity in Qatar for Housemaid<\/h2>\n<p>A domestic worker in Qatar receives an end-of-service gratuity if they leave their job after one full year of service with the same employer. This gratuity must be no less than three weeks&#8217; wages for each year, including fractions of a year. This means that the value of the gratuity paid to a domestic worker is equal to that paid to a private sector worker.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You can calculate your gratuity in Qatar using the following calculator: Gratuity in Qatar All employees in the private sector are entitled to an end-of-service gratuity in Qatar according to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":8338,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[142],"class_list":["post-8323","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-services","tag-qatar-gratuity-calculator"],"acf":[],"views":3317,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8323","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/22"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8323"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8323\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10735,"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8323\/revisions\/10735"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8338"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8323"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8323"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qatareportal.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8323"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}