Is notice pay awarded in case of immediate unfair dismissal in Egypt?

Yes, unless lawful notice was actively served, the employer must pay full notice period compensation (2 months if tenure = 10 yrs) on top of damages.

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Egypt Unfair Dismissal Compensation Calculator 2026 (Labor Law)

Calculate statutory arbitrary termination and unfair dismissal compensation in Egypt under Article 122 of Labor Law 12/2003 (minimum 2 months' pay per year of service).

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Calculated Result

Total Statutory Dismissal Payout

150,000EGP

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Last Monthly Comprehensive Gross Salary

EGP

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Completed Years of Service

yrs

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Statutory Notice Period Was Fully Served

Unused Annual Leave Balance (Days)

days

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Total Statutory Dismissal Payout

150,000EGP

Service Compensation (2 Mo/Yr)

120,000 EGP

Pay in Lieu of Notice

24,000 EGP

Unused Leave Compensation

6,000 EGP

Dismissal Award Component Breakdown

Article 122 Severance (Statutory Min)

120,000 EGP(80%)

Statutory Notice Compensation

24,000 EGP(16%)

Leave Days Cash Balance

6,000 EGP(4%)

This calculator estimates the statutory minimum compensation under Article 122 of Egyptian Labor Law. Final awards are decreed by competent Labor Courts.

This calculator is a mathematical model for general financial estimation, planning, and educational guidance. Results depend on your inputs and standard formulas, and do not constitute binding financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

Official Statute: قانون العمل المصري رقم 12 لسنة 2003 (المادة 122 - التعويض عن الإنهاء غير المشروع وعقد العمل والحد الأدنى شهرين عن كل سنة)Last Verified: 2026-09-04

Calculation Methodology

The statute establishes a minimum compensation of 2 months' total gross wages for each year of completed service, plus pay in lieu of notice and accumulated unused annual leave.

Frequently Asked Questions

Article 122 mandates a judicial minimum compensation of not less than 2 months' comprehensive gross pay for every year of completed service.

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