Domestic worker gratuity calculator for Qatar

Drivers, nannies, cooks, gardeners and other domestic workers in Qatar have their own law, separate from the Labour Law.

It gives them an end-of-service gratuity after a year of work. Enter the wage and the years to see the minimum amount.

How it's calculated

The gratuity is at least 3 weeks of wage for each year of service. Part of a year counts in proportion.
It's due after one full year of service, counted from the date the domestic workers law came into force.
The law doesn't say how to turn a monthly wage into a weekly one, so choose the method agreed with the employer.

A domestic worker paid QAR 1,800 a month for 4 years is owed at least 12 weeks of wage: QAR 5,040 with the ÷ 30 × 7 method.

How much annual leave do domestic workers get?

3 weeks of paid leave for each calendar year, which they can split and plan unless agreed otherwise.

How many hours can a domestic worker work?

Up to 10 hours a day unless agreed otherwise, with breaks for worship, rest and meals that don't count as working time.

Is there a weekly day off?

Yes. At least 24 hours in a row of paid weekly rest, on a day agreed in the contract.

Does the minimum wage apply to domestic workers?

Yes. The minimum basic wage is QAR 1,000 a month, plus housing and food or allowances for them.

Domestic worker: Someone who does household work under the employer's direction, such as a driver, nanny, cook or gardener.

Up-to-date official data

Data checked against the official source on October 26, 2026.

We check the official sources automatically, every day.