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UAE Package Decoder

UAE packages aren't just a salary — they include tax-free cash, housing allowances, health cover, school fees, and gratuity. Toggle the components and see the all-in value vs your current UK net.

Basic salary ≠ total package. The UAE total package is typically 40-60% higher than headline basic once allowances, gratuity, schooling, and flights are added. UAE has zero personal income tax, so AED comp is net.

Your current UK gross salary

£/yr

UK net after tax + NI: £54,057 ≈ AED 254,068 at AED 4.7/£

Monthly cash

AED 3,000-15,000/mo typical

AED 1,000-3,000/mo typical

Annual benefits

AED 40,000-120,000/yr per child

AED 8,000-30,000/yr per person

AED 3,000-8,000 per person/yr

AED 15,000-35,000/yr

One-offs & bonus

Spread over 2 years in the calculation

1-4 months' salary typical

AED 10,000-30,000 typical

All-in package summary

Annual cash compensationAED 378,000
Annual benefits (incl. gratuity)AED 32,260
↳ of which gratuity (yr 1)AED 17,260
One-offs (spread over 2 yrs)AED 0
Annual bonusAED 0
Total annual UAE package valueAED 410,260

+61.5% vs UK net (£54,057)

Your UAE package is worth more than your UK net pay.

Δ AED 156,192 per year

Negotiating the offer?

The Double Leap Planner runs the same comparison alongside UK tax exit timing, visa pathways, and lifestyle parity in your target city.

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Estimates based on standard UAE labour law and 2026 reference costs. Confirm exact figures with your offer letter and UAE HR team.