Salary Certificate Generator
Create a professional salary certificate for visa, bank or embassy use — UAE & Pakistan formats. Free PDF download.
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TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
SALARY CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that , holding emirates number , is a employee of .
has been employed with us as since and is currently working in good standing.
The current monthly remuneration of the employee is as follows:
Basic Salary: AED
{{/if}}Total Monthly Salary: AED ( only)
This certificate is issued without any liability on the part of the company and does not constitute a guarantee of continued employment.
For any verification, please contact the undersigned.
Yours faithfully,
_______________________
Fill in: Company Name, Date of Issue, Employee Full Name, Designation / Job Title, Date of Joining, Basic Salary (monthly), Total / Gross Salary (monthly), Authorised Signatory Name
What is a salary certificate?
A salary certificate is an official letter issued by an employer confirming an employee's job title, joining date and monthly salary. It is one of the most commonly requested HR documents in the UAE and Pakistan, used whenever a third party — a bank, embassy, or government department — needs verified proof of income. Unlike a payslip, which shows a single month's pay, a salary certificate is a formal, signed statement on company letterhead written specifically for an external authority.
When do you need one?
You will typically be asked for a salary certificate when applying for a visa (visit, residence or family sponsorship), opening a bank account, applying for a personal or home loan, leasing a car, renting an apartment, or enrolling children in school. Embassies use it to confirm you can support yourself abroad; banks use it to assess loan eligibility against your monthly income. Because it is a verification document, the issuing company's details, an authorised signatory and the date of issue all matter — many authorities will not accept a certificate older than 30 days.
Format & what to include
A standard salary certificate is a one-page letter addressed 'To Whom It May Concern'. It should include the company name and address, a reference number and date, the employee's full name and ID/passport number, designation, date of joining, and the monthly salary — either as a single gross figure or broken down into basic salary plus housing, transport and other allowances. It closes with the purpose of issuance and the name, designation and signature of an authorised company representative. In the UAE it is usually printed on company letterhead and stamped; in Pakistan the same conventions apply, often with a CNIC number in place of an Emirates ID.
Frequently asked questions
Is a salary certificate the same as a salary slip?+
No. A salary slip (payslip) is a monthly breakdown of earnings and deductions for the employee's own records. A salary certificate is a formal letter addressed to an external party that certifies your employment and income, usually summarising your salary rather than itemising deductions.
Who can issue a salary certificate?+
Only your employer can issue it — typically the HR or finance department. It must be signed by an authorised representative of the company and is usually printed on official letterhead and stamped to be accepted by banks and embassies.
How long is a salary certificate valid?+
There is no fixed legal expiry, but most banks, embassies and government departments will only accept a salary certificate issued within the last 30 days. It is best to request a fresh one close to when you need to submit it.
Can I use this generator for both UAE and Pakistan?+
Yes. Select your country at the top of the form and the letter wording adjusts to the local convention. You can also choose the currency (AED, PKR or USD) and ID type (Emirates ID, passport or CNIC) to match your situation.
Is the generated salary certificate legally binding?+
This tool produces a professionally formatted template based on common HR practice. It is not legal advice. The certificate becomes an official document only once it is reviewed, signed and stamped by your employer's authorised representative.