📌 Definition of Unfair Dismissal

According to Article 77, unfair dismissal is the termination of an employment contract by the employer for an unlawful reason or without documented, valid grounds. Article 80 defines legitimate grounds — any termination outside of these is considered unfair.

💰 What Are You Entitled to Upon Unfair Dismissal?

  • ✅ Full End of Service Benefit (EOSB) (Art. 84)
  • ✅ Notice pay (Art. 75) — 2 months for indefinite contracts
  • ✅ Art. 77 compensation: 15 days' pay × years of service (minimum 2 months)
  • ✅ Payout for unused leave
  • ✅ Any unpaid overdue salaries

🔍 How Do You Prove Unfair Dismissal?

  • Official termination letter (if available)
  • Email or WhatsApp messages
  • Testimony from coworkers
  • Attendance and punch-in records
📜 Article 77 — Labor Law: If the termination is unfair, the harmed party is entitled to compensation: for indefinite contracts, 15 days' pay for each year of service, with a minimum of 2 months.

📊 Art. 77 Compensation: 5 years of service with an 8000 SAR salary
Art. 77 compensation (15 days × 5)(8000÷30)×15×5 = 20000 SAR
Minimum (2 months)8000×2 = 16000 SAR
Amount due (the higher amount)20000 SAR ✅

💡 Calculate your total entitlements on Sanad before entering any negotiation — many people accept less than what they deserve.