Resignation letter generator

Write a clear, professional resignation letter in a minute. Enter your name, job title, company and the notice period in your contract, and the tool works out your last working day and writes the letter in English or Arabic. It includes UAE and Saudi wording for the final settlement, such as gratuity, unused leave and visa cancellation. Print it or save it as a PDF. No sign-up, no watermark, and nothing you type leaves your browser.

Quick answer

A resignation letter needs your name, job title, the date, your notice period and your last working day; a reason is optional. Enter those details below, choose English or Arabic, and the tool works out the last working day and writes a formal letter with UAE or Saudi wording for the final settlement, ready to print or save as a PDF.

Based on UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on employment relations, Article 43 (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation) · Page updated 14 October 2026

Country

Letter language

Style

Your details

Your full name

Your job title

Employee ID (optional)

Phone or email (optional)

Your employer

Company name

Manager or HR name (optional)

Their title (optional)

Dates and notice period

Date of the letter

Notice period in your contract (days)

Last working day

UAE labour law: the notice period is the one in your contract, between 30 and 90 days, and it must be given in writing. The last working day is worked out for you; change it if your company counts differently.

Reason for leaving (optional)

Offer a smooth handoverAsk about final settlement (gratuity, leave, visa)

Your browser's print window opens. Choose "Save as PDF" as the printer to download the letter. Sign it before you hand it in, and keep a copy.

Date:

To:

[company name]

Subject: Resignation from the position of [job title]

Dear Sir or Madam,

Please accept this letter as formal notice of my resignation from my position as [job title] at [company name], effective from the date of this letter, .

During my notice period I will do everything I can to make the handover smooth, including finishing or passing on my current work and helping to train my replacement.

Please let me know the next steps for my final settlement, including my end-of-service gratuity, any unused annual leave, and the cancellation of my work permit and residence visa.

Thank you for your understanding. I wish the company continued success.

Yours sincerely,

[your name]

[job title]

Leaving a job in the UAE? Work out your end-of-service gratuity and final settlement

How to use the Resignation Letter

Choose your country, the letter language and the style you want.
Enter your details, your employer, the date of the letter and the notice period from your contract. Check the last working day.
Read the preview, then press Print and choose Save as PDF, or copy the text into an email. Sign the letter and keep a copy.

What a resignation letter should include

A good resignation letter is short and factual. It names your job title and employer, says clearly that you are resigning, gives the date of the letter, states the notice period and your last working day, and is signed by you. A reason is optional; you do not have to explain why you are leaving. Many people also offer to help with the handover and thank their employer, which helps when you need a reference or an experience certificate later. Keep the tone polite even if you are leaving because of a problem; a resignation letter is a formal record, not the place for complaints.

Notice period in the UAE

Under the UAE labour law, Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, either side may end an unlimited employment contract by giving written notice. The notice period is the one agreed in the contract and must be at least 30 days and not more than 90 days. You are expected to keep working during the notice period. If you leave without serving it, you may have to pay your employer compensation equal to your wage for the notice period or the part you did not serve, unless you both agree to shorten or waive it. Hand the letter in by a method you can prove, such as email or a signed copy with the date of receipt.

Resigning in Saudi Arabia

In Saudi Arabia, check the notice period in your contract first. The amendments to the Saudi labour law that came into force in February 2025 changed the minimum notice periods and set rules on how a resignation is accepted, and the rules differ for fixed-term and indefinite contracts. Put your resignation in writing, keep proof of the date you submitted it, and follow up with HR on the steps for your contract and iqama. If anything is unclear, ask the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development or a qualified adviser before you resign.

After you resign: gratuity and final settlement

When you leave, your final settlement usually includes your last salary, payment for unused annual leave and your end-of-service gratuity. In the UAE, gratuity depends on your basic salary and years of service, and the employer should pay what you are owed within 14 days of the contract ending. Use our UAE gratuity calculator to estimate the amount before you hand in the letter, so you know what to expect and can check the settlement when it comes.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to give a reason in my resignation letter?

No. A reason is optional. A short, polite letter that states your resignation, notice period and last working day is enough.

How long is the notice period in the UAE?

The period written in your contract, which under UAE labour law must be between 30 and 90 days. It must be given in writing.

Can I write the letter in Arabic?

Yes. Choose Arabic as the letter language and the whole letter, including the dates and the closing, is written in Arabic.

Should I send it by email or on paper?

Either works if you can prove when it was received. Many people email a signed PDF and also hand in a printed copy and ask for a dated acknowledgement.

Is this legal advice?

No. The tool writes a standard letter. Your contract and the labour law decide your rights, so check them, or ask a qualified adviser if your situation is complicated.