UAE Employees: Can Salaries Be Deducted During Annual Leave?

Salary deductions during annual leave are generally prohibited. However, UAE labor law allows certain exceptions, such as:

Unpaid Leave: If the leave is classified as unpaid, employers are not required to pay the employee.
Disciplinary Penalties: If an employee has committed misconduct and a legal penalty allows salary deduction, this may apply during leave.
Overpayment or Advances: Employers can adjust for prior overpayments or advances if agreed in writing.