How to avoid 6 month labour ban in Dubai UAE?

How to avoid 6 month labour ban in Dubai UAE?

Labour Ban rule has been amended by MOL in New UAE Labour Law Resolution 765. Please read the updated Article: Termination and Labour Ban

Employees who have been slapped with a six-month labour ban for breaking their contracts before the expiry of two years can work for a new company, provided they hold at least a high school diploma and have been offered a good position and salary by the new company, employers were told by the Ministry of Labour .

To lift the 6 month labour ban, an employee should have been offered a minimum salary of 

  1. AED 5,000 for high school graduates,
  2. AED 7,000 for diploma holders and
  3. AED 12,000 for bachelor’s degree holders. (This salary must be mentioned in the labour contract.)
  4. Obtain No Objection Certificate from current employer.

Another way you can avoid labour ban is:

  • You obtain a job in a Government, Semi-Government or in Free Zone based Companies.
  • Be polite and talk to your employer if you wish to terminate your employment and have the mutual consent from both employee and employer
  • Always make sure to complete your labour contract whether it is fixed or unlimited.

Related: Skill Level 1, 2, 3 in UAE Labour LawOpens in a new tab.

No fee will be imposed for lifting the labour ban when these conditions are met, Ali Al Shehi, Senior Administrator at the ministry, said in a seminar held to inform employers about their rights and duties as well as recent ministerial decisions.

We are still imposing the six-month labour ban on employees who quit their jobs before completing two years of service, but the ban can be lifted if the new employer offers the candidate a good position and an appropriate salary,” he said.

The new employer needs to submit the employee’s educational qualification certificates, which does not need to be attested at this stage. It will be scanned and entered into the Tas’heel system, and a new labour permit will be issued accordingly.

Al Shehi told employers that as of January 2012, company categories will have a different scale when it comes to labour permit applications.

When a new company is registered, it will be charged AED 1,500 for each of the first four work permits to be issued to the company, which corresponds with category B2,” he said.

Afterwards, the company can move up or down categories B1, B2 or B3, or C depending on its activity, the number of employees it hires, their qualifications and diversification in the nationalities of workers.

Companies in B1 category pay AED 600 per work permit, while B2 companies pay AED 1,500 and B3 companies pay AED 2,000 for each permit.

Diversification by Companies

This step aims to encourage diversification and hiring employees from various nationalities, so companies who hire workers from one nationality will not be upgraded, while those that hire from more nationalities will move up to categories B3, B2 and so on,” Al Shehi said, adding that companies will also upgrade their categories by hiring skilled workers.

He advised people who want to start new companies to check their sponsor’s record at the Department of Economic Development (DED) to ensure that their record is clear and they have no other companies facing problems, which will hinder their application.

The sponsor of a company has to clear any outstanding dues or labour issues before he can sponsor another one, so we advise those who want to open a new business to look for a sponsor who has no other companies registered under his name,” Al Shehi said.

UPDATE on Labour ban from Gulfnews.comOpens in a new tab.:

People working in the UAE can still be banned for up to a year if they try to change jobs, a Ministry of Labour official has said.

The ban can be implemented even when an employee quits his or her job after two years of service.

Labour Ban can be lifted, however, if the new employer offers the candidate a better position than the existing one and a salary that suits the person’s qualification, according to a scale set by the ministry, an official told Gulf News. (Read first paragraph)

There are still questions about the circumstances in which an employment ban can be enforced when a resident decides to quit their job with a view to securing employment with a new company, but officials say there are exceptions which allow bans to be lifted.

The rules and regulations that stipulate when a ban can be imposed and enforced depend on a number of legal thresholds.

Traditionally, the Ministry of Labour can automatically impose a ban when an employer terminates an unlimited labour contract before completing one year of service.

As a general rule, a labour ban is still “imposed on all expatriate employees in the UAE who are working in the private sector when they want to change from one employer to another if they left the current employer without having completed a minimum of two years service,” a ministry of labour official said. “An employment ban, labour ban, work permit ban are used for the same thing which means one will not be allowed to perform any kind of work in the UAE for a certain period of time and these are imposed for six months, one year, or there could be life ban.”

The official said a one-year ban may be imposed at the request of a sponsor if a worker resigns before the completion of a limited period contract.

Related: Types of BansOpens in a new tab.

A permanent ban could also be given to absconding employees or those who violate the labour law.

But there are exceptions to the rules: How to avoid Labour Ban?

Residents can move to another company if the employee remains under the same UAE sponsor or if the employee has a higher level of education to fulfil a position that is needed within the country.

“Employees who have been slapped with a six-month labour ban for breaking their contracts before the expiry of two years can work for a new company, provided they hold at least a high school diploma and have been offered a good position and salary by the new company.”

He said employees working in the UAE who receive a six-month labour ban for breaking an employment contract within two years can have the ban lifted if the employee is changing job for the companies under the same sponsor.

–If the employee has a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the current sponsor then he or she will be able to move to another company under a different sponsor, the official said.

–The minimum salary in a new position is Dh5,000 for high school diploma holders, Dh7,000 for post-secondary school diploma holders, and Dh12,000 for Bachelor degree holders.

No fee will be imposed for lifting the labour ban when these conditions are met, according to a senior administrator at the ministry.

“We are still imposing the six-month labour ban on employees who quit their jobs before completing two years of service, but the ban can be lifted if the new employer offers the candidate a higher position and a salary equal or above the salary set by the minister against his or her qualifications,” he said.

The ministry said that if the employee has violated the contract in any way, then irrespective of resignation or termination, a ban can be enforced.

Women sponsored by family: Do they have labour ban?

A six-month ban imposed by the Ministry of Labour on people who fail to complete the period of employment stipulated under labour rules also applies to working women sponsored by their family members.(Father or Husband)

An official from the Ministry said women seeking to change their jobs or leave work before completing the contractual obligation of two years with their employer would automatically attract the labour ban.

The official said the labour ban would take effect the moment a woman under the sponsorship of her husband or father cancels her labour card.

He said the mandatory six-month labour ban applies to both men and women, even if individuals are sponsored by family members, and is calculated from the date an employee’s labour card is cancelled at the Ministry of Labour.

“This is an administrative ban, meaning that a block is inserted into the ministry’s computer system preventing an application for labour approval being processed against [the] banned person’s name and passport number,” he said.

The ban cannot be lifted by paying a fine.

Complaints

Some workers have complained that the Ministry of Labour is still seeking approval from sponsors if they wish to change their jobs after two years.

Those affected point to the Ministry’s earlier reforms to the labour law which did away with the need for a sponsor’s approval for employees who have been with their sponsors for two continuous years. The workers complained that they were being banned for one year for failing to secure such approval.

The labour rules, which were implemented in 2011 by the Ministry of Labour, allowed workers to switch jobs at the end of their employment contracts without the need for a no-objection certificate.

But a legal consultant at the Ministry of Labour clarified the rules and said expatriate workers would still receive a one-year ban if they failed to get their sponsor’s consent before changing jobs.

“No one is allowed to switch jobs even if they complete many years in their [current job], without the consent of their sponsor,” he said.

He also said the new law allows workers to change employment in cases such as when the company employing them has closed down and no longer exists.

“But those workers will be given one-year ban if they do not file a complaint at the Ministry in less than two months after the [closure] of their company.”

Which professions do not have labour ban?

Article 2 of the Ministerial Order No. 13 of 1991 on ‘The organisation of the transfer of sponsorships of non-national labours the rules governing the same’, which states, “Non-national labourers may be allowed to transfer one job to another and hence transfer of their sponsorship of they fall under the following categories:

(a) Engineers

(b) Doctors, pharmacists and male and female nurses

(c) Agricultural guides

(d) Qualified accountants and account auditors

(e) Qualified administrative officials

(f) Technicians operating on electronic equipment and laboratories

(g) Drivers who are licensed to drive heavy vehicles and buses.”

If you get a labour ban, you may subsequently have the ban lifted on the basis of your qualifications. Also, you may have the ban lifted if your subsequent job provides you the required salary for non-imposition/lifting of a labour ban.

The salary requirement are in accordance with Article 4 of the Ministerial Order No. 1186 of 2010 which states, “As an exception to the provision of Item No. 2 of Article 2 of this Resolution, the Ministry may issue a work permit to an employee without requiring the two year period in the following cases:

(a) In the event that the employee is starting his new position the first, second or third professional levelsOpens in a new tab. after fulfilling the conditions for joining any of these levels according to the rules in force at the Ministry, and provided that his new wage is not less than Dh12,000 at the first professional level, Dh7,000 at the second professional level and Dh5,000 at the third professional level.”

Deepak

Deepak is a passionate blogger with interests in bitcoin, online marketing, and writing.

2,429 thoughts on “How to avoid 6 month labour ban in Dubai UAE?

  1. I’m working in a supply company and I want to change my company and here I have 4 months after how many months I’ll be able to change my company…

  2. Hi Deepak,

    I have completed Two years in my current company and now the visa for additional two years has been issued.
    If I will leave the company do I need to pay anything and will it brings me into BAN Category.
    Please advice on this

  3. I am still working now for almost 8 months and I want to to resign to my work I am under Limited Contract. I still have a ban? what are the consequence if I resign?

  4. hi.
    I have complete my visa procedure. I don’t take Medical.then How to cancel visa??If after the cancellation how much month Ban in UAE

  5. Hi
    One of my friend is working with a construction company in UAE for the last three months. Her probation period was 3 months which she has completed. She wants to resign from her current position due to her health issues and she is on a sponsor visa. She is ready to serve a months notice period as per her contract.

    My question:
    Will she face a labor ban?
    What all are the documents to be collected from the company to avoid such ban?

  6. Hello There, I’m Kinda in a dilemma here, I’m a B.Tech Mechanical Engineer ( Certificate UAE Attested ) , Currently working as Project Coordinator , but as per my VISA ( Limited Contract) my designation is ” Archives Clerk ” Fetching 2500AED / Month ( Was promised 3000AED as per my offer letter ), I have completed 1 year now.

    I’m Planning to switch my Job, so will i be liable to get a Ban if get a pay of 5000 AED above and get a Engineering VISA. ??

  7. dear deepak tell me if i complete my 3 months probation period and leave my job then can i face 6 months ban or not please reply me this is my 1st visa and i enter in country 2 september visa stamping date is 28 sep

  8. HI,
    I AM GOHAR ABBAS I WANT TO LEAVE MY COMPANY MY PROBATION PERIOD IS 3 MONTHS SO IF I LEAVE THIS TIME THEN CAN I FACE THE 6 MONTHS BAN OR NO PLEASE ANY ONE TELL ME ABOUT THAT

  9. hello my name is lovely i signed a job offer last april 2016 then i wasnt able to be finished the 6months probitionary period, i asked my company to terminate me and to sign the termination letter last monday november 8, 2016 it means both side agreed to terminate the 6months probitionary period…it means labour will give me an automatic ban for wat the decisions i made?i hope u can help me to give a clear explanation with this.?

  10. I joined my company as accountant on 13 Nov 2015 by signing 2 years contact (don’t know, limited or not) on AED 5000 pay (inclusive all benefits) and got “Archives Clerk” visa. I am a graduate (16 years education).

    I got approval of my annual leaves from employer and went to my home country. Soon after coming back to Dubai from vacations, my employer said me to resign (it was like a force resign) on 31 Oct 2016. Basically employer said, he don’t want to terminate me so better I resign, he will pay me one month salary (of Nov 2016) in first week of November, and during this month (Nov), I do not need to come to office and find another job.

    The reason why employer doesn’t want me to continue is that, he is not satisfied by my performance.
    Here are his words, “I cannot compromise on anything less than perfect”, and secondly “there is no creativity or innovation in your work”.

    Now my question is; should I resign? or ask for termination?
    What can be consequences in both cases. How should I deal with this situation????
    Should I go to ministry of labour???

    When should I resign / ask for termination (means, in how many days), if I have to do so?
    How much employer will be liable to pay me in any case?

    For record, my annual leaves are ending on 1st Nov 2016 (21 days: 8 Oct 16 to 1 Nov 16), and I was supposed to be re-joining office from second Nov 2016.

    Please reply fast, I am running out of time here !!!!!!

  11. I’m working for a governmental department, and am currently within my probation period. If I leave this job to go to another one, will I receive a ban? I really can’t see my current employer giving me a NOC. What happens in this case? I’d really appreciate a response, as I’m at my wit’s end. 🙁

    Many thanks!
    Fiona

    1. Hi dear Madam,
      I saw your question here and was wondering if got an answer to this, because I have the same problem.
      If you got the the answer can you please, forward it to me at [email protected]
      Many thanks

  12. I immediately exit UAE because of funeral of my late father on july 2013 and after 3 mos. i decided not to go back there because the project that we handling that time ends and i received termination from my company since i am a project basis employee. I sent my passport to my company for cancellation and its done with the help of our company PRO.

    Now that i am planning to work again and I have offered new job but my visa application is rejected without knowing the reason. how can i lift the banned?

    i hope you can advise me…
    thank you

  13. Good day,
    Hi. My inquiry is what if the employer terminate the services of the employee after serving more than 6 months but less than a year and the contract was for unlimited period of time. Will there be automatic labour ban against the employee? In this question , it is the employer who terminated the services of the employee without the fault of the employee. And that the former company is allowing their staff to find another job and after which they will release the employee. Can they find another job without a labor ban?

    Regards

  14. HELLO MRS
    MY NAME IS KHAMIS MOHAMED KHAMS HIS WORK IN MIDDLE EAST MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING COMPANY LLC NOW I HAVE 1 YEAR AND 8 MONHY BUT I WILL GET NEW JOB IN JUMAIRA BUT MY CAMPAN HIS MAKE TO ME BAN BUT WAIT TO CANCEL BUN SO GIVE DIRECTION WHICH PROCESS I CANGET NEW YORK WITH AUT BUN

  15. Hi deepak my sister is working in dubai at some shop and she is on 2yrs contract from 4 months but she want to come immidatly india what should she do is any ban for her and she can come on visiter visa or any good her employer not providing leave or holiday to her is she can leave?? And what happenidea plz suggest

  16. Dear
    Kindly advise me the course of action

    I would like to let you know that I got ban one year in UAE. I don’t know how?
    My visa was cancelled 20th of April 2016 with in two month with my previous employer (Dar Al Handasah Shair & Partner Abudhabi)

    But I did not resign, company had given me termination due to project on hold and client issue.

    In the mean time I got one offer and salary was around 12000 AED

    When new company applied for my visa, the application got rejected stating that I have a ban for one year, when hiring company PRO inquired in MOL he was told, only me and my previous employer are authorised to handle this case.
    Now I am in India.
    I am approaching regular my previous employer to help me lift the ban but they dont respond properly
    They already provided me NOC, but its not worth to lift ban and now they are silence .
    At this moment I am in India hospital, my mom has severe injury and under surgery, kindly advise me and help me.
    How to ban get lifted.
    Shall I come on visit visa to approach personally in MOL with termination letter of previous employer?

    1. Hello Saif,

      I am going through the same situation, I have sales visa and certificate attested.

      My boss gave me NOC before 6 months probation period and told to find another job. I also got another job with 3500 salary. Even before completing the probation he is asking to cancel the visa. Let me know what I can do in this situation.

      Do I have to ask him for termination ?
      And how many months, I will have to serve the automatic ban?

      Kindly advise.

      My email id [email protected].

  17. Hi i’m Syed working in LLC company in dubai from June 2015 to now like one year, My company can’t able to pay salary past two months and my jobs is not safe now. I want to cancel by visa and change company. if company not give NOC means how many month is ban.

    Please help me for this request.
    Thanks.

  18. DEAR SIR

    AROUND 2000 PERSONNEL ARE EMPLOYED BY M/S. QCON FOR THEIR SHUTDOWN JOBS IN EMPLOYEE VISA . THE JOB IS GETTING COMPLETED AND MOST OF THE PERSONNEL ARE DEMOBILIZED AND THEIR EMPLOYEE VISAS ARE CANCELLED. THEY WILL FACE ANY BAN, THE COMPANY ONLY CANCELLED THEIR VISAS AFTER JOB COMPLETION. THIS IS THE GENERAL CASE.

    IN MY CASE I AM GOING TO GET DEMOBILIZED AFTER 5 1/2 MONTH SERVICE FROM DEC 29TH 2015 TO 10TH JUNE 2016. I AM ALSO MOBILIZED IN EMPLOYEE VISA AND MY QUALIFICATION IS B.COM GRADUATE. PLEASE ADVISE .

  19. hi deepak
    i just want to known that before completing my six months, can i change my job. then there will be any ban. shall i get noc. im working for 2500 drms i have an offer for 3000 shall i join. i have no completed my six months here is there any ban pls replay

  20. Dear Mr. Deepak;
    I hope you will be fine. I am Salman Mirza I joind an FMCG company in Abu Dhabi as Audit Clerk and my visa status is Sales. So I am near to complete my 6month please can you tell me can I change my job after completion of six months if I got 3500AED offer. I am master degree holder and my final degree is also attested from UAE embassy.
    Thank You very much for your time I will be looking forward for your kind response.

  21. hi everybody

    currently i am working in s construction company as i safety officer since May 2015. my contract with the company is for 2 years with 6 months of probation which i completed successfully. the problem is my salary in this company is way too less and i want to switch from this job to any other company with better offer. i want to know that now if in these circumstances can i leave this company i which i just completed one year.
    please help
    regards

  22. Dear Deepak,
    I am working as an accountant; I am getting 1,000/- Basic(salay-4000). Since I want change my job. I want to break contract, whether I have band? Please advise me how to avoid band?

  23. Hi Sir i have join AbuDhabi company 9-02-2015 now one year complete. now 14 moth finish still four salary got only.i want switch the company new company offer me 10,000 i have diploma three year degree DAE in Electronics .there is some ban.(my visa is unlimited contract)
    Note: one is very major problem in my contract company write in my labour contrac
    ( NOt allowed for him to work with any compettior in uae for a period of two years after cancellation)

    My company I am working for subcontractor of government department fiber optic cable Transco,sewa,Dewa like that
    now new company work only for du fiber optic cable some people told me this company is not compettior of your company.

    so what i will do i give resign in our company.

  24. Hi All,

    I just want some clarifications about types of Ban in the U.A.E. Recently, I got a job offer from a Government Institution here in Dubai and offered me a much better position and salary monthly AED 20,000 plus. My Current employer is giving me AED 4,250. I already gave to them my 30 days notice so that I can perform training and transition to whoever will fill my current position & processes handled. I already served 8 months here, (2 months – they used my tourist visa + 6 months – employment visa) I am in an unlimited type of contract and a holding a Bachelors Degree. My current employer is acting like they gonna imposed some ban on me but I tried to read some rules and articles here in dubai that a ban can be lifted if the following conditions are met:

    ***To lift the 6 month labour ban, an employee should have been offered a minimum salary of

    -AED 5,000 for high school graduates,

    -AED 7,000 for diploma holders and

    -AED 12,000 for bachelor’s degree holders. (This salary must be mentioned in the labour2 contract.)

    -Obtain No Objection Certificate from current employer.

    Another way you could avoid labor ban is:

    -You obtain a job in a Government, Semi-Government or in Free Zone based Companies.

    However, I am still have concerns of my situation here. Can you help me put some clarifications on my mind regarding this? and I also heard about “company ban”, is there such thing as that? – is it true that a company can file a ban to labor department and imposed a ban on an employee not completing an unlimited type of contract???

    Thank you so much!

    1. Hi! Since you’re under unlimited contract, they cannot impose a ban to you for as long as you fulfill your 30 days notice and your new salary should be 5000 AED and above, freezone or government entity. However, you may not get gratuity pay since you didn’t complete at least 1 year of your contract.

  25. HI SIR ,
    I AM WORKING FOR A FIRST FOOD SERVICES LLC 2 YEARS UNLIMITED CONTRACT .NOW I FINISH 9 MONTH , MY QUALIFICATION IS BBA .SO BETTER TO CHANGE THE MY STUDY RELATED JOB .BECAUSE MY CANCELING ANY PROBLEM OF THE VISA BAN 6 MONTH ..SO PLEASE ANSWER FOR MY DETAILS.

    BEST REGARDS ,
    THASBEEK

  26. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    here is the first to work in the UAE and one month I’m still in my work right now, if I switch to the free zone? i have a possible ban for 6 months? Please advise me.

    Thanks a lot

  27. Dear sir

    i was working with the company , they terminate me before probation period completion and i got the one year ban in uae. how can i lift the ban now, is there any way to lift the ban.

  28. Dear Sir
    I have been working in an interior design company since the last 2005, now i got a job from another company in Ajman, existing company my position procurement assistant but visa archive clerk and my salary 4000 only and my family were here now they are I India, also I am commerce graduate but certificate not attested but submitted to attestation, new company offered me 8500 and position purchase officer, my visa renewed last august, i need clarification that can I change my job without go outside UAE and my wife & daughter visa can lift without cancellation to come here, and have ban imposed by existing company?
    thank you

    Binu

  29. Im on an unlimited contract.and have completed 2years.Ive got a new offer from bahrain. I;ve signed few bonds with my company as they send me for training abroad and locally.it is mentioned ive to pay it while i leave.Am i really supposed to pay that.is it a must to pay back the company the training bond money.is it legal?please help.

  30. Hi,
    my employer renewed our work permit , and our agreement is that i will work for them for 2 more months and after that i’ll go home to my country. is it true that labor card/permit will automatically cancelled after 6 months if i m outside of UAE,
    – if yes, after a year or 2 years, can i enter UAE and work again without any problems?
    – Can they cancel emirates ID even if it was used only for 1 month?

    Thank you

  31. Hi,

    I was working with a bank and my salary was 5000 aed, before completion of my probation period I resigned
    and cancelled my visa and fly back to India, after 3 months i have entered uae on long term tourist visa, Now i have got a job of system administrator and they are going to provide me mission visa, Will I be eligible to get visa ? what document are required to lift 6 month ban .

    education is : Bachelor of engineering ( Certificate Attestation done )
    old salary with bank : 5000 aed / month
    new salary with IT company : 8000 aed /month
    My new company is going to apply for Mission visa.

    As per new law please tell me am i eligible for new mission visa.

    Regards,
    Saurabh
    +971563280136

  32. Dear,
    please advice….Initially my brother was directly recruited from India and on March 9th, 2014, joined a Bank under an outsourced visa. Later was promoted to wealth management on June 1st 2015, under the same visa and he submitted his resignation on Nov 30th 2015, the management said that as he was on his probation in his new profile he will not have to serve the notice period and also he is not eligible for any end of service benefits and after a months’ time on Dec 27th his visa was cancelled.

    Later when the current employer applied for his visa, the application got rejected stating that he had a ban for 6 months, when inquired in MOL and Tasheel, they required his certificate to be attested and a offer letter from the current employer wherein the offered salary has to be above AED 5000/- as all the requirements were met and when his current employer re-submitted his visa application it was again rejected stating that the ban existed and when checked with MOL, they asked for an NOC from his previous employer and also stated that the ban is a automatic system updated ban and in-order to lift it the NOC is very much required.

    When asked for the NOC to the previous employer, they said that they don’t give any such NOC.In this case how can the ban be lifted?

    New offer: 12000
    New profession: marketing specialist
    Qualification: MBA (certificate attested)

  33. Hi Deepak,

    I hope you are doing fine, This is my second month with DEWA & my probation period is 6 months I am working as Engineer, my contract is for 6 years, my salary is 15000 Dhs per month, now I receive a offer better than dewa in Abudhabi, so if I resign within probation period can I join the new company in AbuDhabi, but in my contract its written ” In case of unjustified cessation of employment by the employee, as determined by dewa whether due to termination or resignation, the employee shall be liable for a mandatory ban of one year”…please advise…

    1. hi my name nilesh patel same hear i have also offar .pls contact me what u do?
      +971508041687

  34. I am having passport no J0982016. I worked for Incol gen. contracting company from 25-10-2015 to 28-10-2015. before leaving that company I confirmed many times with mol customer call center could I will get new work permit. they told yes I can if salary more than 5000 AED with higher education certificate. 12000 AED with B.tech degree. but unfortunately when I left last employer. my new employer 5 times try for getting new work permit in different categories with 9500 basic salary NOW Mol saying due to Ban I couldn’t get even we heared in 2015 from 2016 there no ban more.

    imran

  35. Hi Mr.Deepak, Greetings! One of my friends is working in Dubai. I would like to know if there will be a labor ban if he quits the job without completing the 2 year tenure, but with mutual agreed terms with the employer. Will there be a labor ban in this case. Thank you!

  36. Mr Deepak,

    how do you scale the salary ??

    for an example my salary is 2000AED + accommodation and transport

    BUT if I stay out side company will give me 3600AED

    What is correct ?

  37. Dear Sir,

    I am working as a Safety Officer from 3 months on (Unlimited Contract) in Abu Dhabi with 8,000 AED & in Labour contract 5,000 AED is basic salary.
    I had done PGDHSE (Post Graduate Diploma in Health, Safety & Environment) 1 Year from Annamalai University & Certificate is Attested. Can I change the company without any ban.

    Please Advice me as soon as possible I will be thankful to you.

  38. THIS IS ELUMALAI I AM WORKING AS A SITE ENGINEER SINCE 2 MONTH NOW I AM GETTING 2500 AED I WANT TO CHANGE OTHER COMPANY SO CAN I MOVE TO OTHER COMPANY IS IT POSSIBLE SIR PLEASE GIVE ANSWER

  39. Dear Deepak,

    My friend terminated under uae labour law 120 in freezone company, is there any chance for him to apply to other freezone company?

  40. Dear Sir,
    Good day. Sorry to bother you but I need some advise from you that it’s my second month in a taxi company LLC in Dubai UAE My visa is stamped a month ago. Means I am on probation period with them. Now the question is I am offered a job in a government organisation here in Dubai. Can I leave my current taxi job. I have heard different stories form people that I can face a one year ban which cannot be lifted off. And will not be able to join the new company. And some people are saying that I can cancel and join any free zone or goverment company. I have no clue which story is true. Please help me what happens if I resign and join a goverment owned organisation at this stage? Is the bans 6 or 1 year automatically lifts off by joining. I have completed 16 years education and have degree in computer science.
    Thank you for your consideration, please give me a reply.

  41. Dear Deepak,
    I”m a graduate, Currently working in a LLC as a receptionist since june 2015 and my salary is 1800 AED.
    Now I got another job as IT Admin and they are ready to pay 5000 AED.
    will I get the ban enforced?
    If so is there any chance of lifting the ban.?

  42. Hi. Iam vipin. Now I work one limited contract company my salary was 2200 dhs . I completed 16 month on company. Now I got new job the salary is 6500dhs . but already I have 6 month ban.I am civil deploma holder.How can avoid my six month ban. If the previous company give the NOC Its possible. Any way avoid my ban

  43. Dear Deepak

    I had got one year ban and I am unable to list it even I had NOC from my previews employer, new Job Offer letter of AED-21,000 and also I am holding the bachelors degree,

    Need to discus more on this can I get your contact no so that I can explain you the correct situation and accordingly you can advice me even you call me on 052-601 9920.
    I am really in a big problem and dont know what to do

    Pl advice call if you can

  44. Hi

    I have started in a Insurance Job less than 3 months ago and am currently on probation. The job is in Dubai but I live in Abu Dhabi.

    I have a interview for a similar position in Abu Dhabi next week and would be on a far better package financially and of course would not have the daily grind to contend with.

    Will I receive a labour ban if I hand in my notice before my 3 months probation are expired? How easy is it to get such a ban overturned if I get a better offer from the other employers?

    Thanks

  45. HI DEPAK

    well i got NOC from First company for 6 month legally . and my new company made my entry in Labour department . so now can i get my Salary with WPS system with new company.?

    plz let me now

  46. Hi Deepak, I have a 2 years limited contract here in my company which started last sepember 2015.Due to some problem they are reducing staffs,they told me also to search some other job,they told they would give NOC also. i want to know if i cancel this visa automatic 6 month uae labour ban would be imposed,is it possible to remove this ban by NOC from previous employee

  47. I am working in a typing center since 8 month , now my sponcer wants sale this shop and cancel me , my degree certificate attested ,if he cancel me will come ban to me ? how to remove ban , if he give n o c to anather job , can i work anather job

  48. Good afternoon

    I am working in the bank in Abu Dhabi from outsorse employment with unlimited contract and I completed my 6 month probation period but still not confirmed yet .I might get job offer from hotel with less salary however with accomodation etc …It more suitable for me ,could you advice there is any difficulties can be to opened my new visa in Dubai ?

  49. Hi Deepak

    I came to Dubai and Join on 1 Dec 2014 as Sales Executive in Printing company. They didn’t require any of my educational documents. My Salary Block is 3000 Include all. No i am switching my Job as i have been offered a position of Safari Guide in Well reputed tourism Company. They offered a package of 5500 AED. So the question is well i get a ban or as per the criteria you described ill not be banned right?

    Please waiting for Your reply.

    Regards
    Majid

  50. Hi Deepak,

    Hopefully, you can assist me on my queries.

    I’m currently working in a private company earning more than required for bachelor’s degree holder. contract is unlimited and I’m in the 6th month of my stay in the company.

    I’m seriously considering leaving the company and ‘m already expecting that other companies may not offer me 12k and up which is a minimum for bachelor’s degree holder. and it’s fine with me.

    I want to know first, Obtaining a No Objection Certificate from current employer – is this still applicable? If it is, will the next employer need to accept this?

    Second, Will I need to pay anything before leaving my current employer?

    Thanks!

  51. Dear Deepak,

    I work in non free zone company under unlimited contract.

    I am professionally engineer but my visa is clerk.

    now due to reason I resigned before the completion of my probation period so could you please give me answer on below question;

    1) 6 month ban applicable to me ?
    2) If I join company in free zone then 6 month ban applicable to me ?
    3)What is mean by immigration ban & how I come to know that ban is applicable to me?

    Waiting for your valuable reply.

  52. Hi Deepak,

    How are you? I’ve been reading your posts for a while and I find them very informative. I hope you could also help me with my current dilemma. I am about to transfer to another company, and is subject to ban since I have not reached 2 years working on my current company. Nevertheless, I can provide the necessary attested documents in order for the ban to be lifted, so I think it’s not gonna be much of a problem. Though the processing may take time as it is yet to be processed in my home country. Furthermore, I am about to tender my resignation on Oct 27, 2015, and because of the 30 day notice period, I can have my current residence visa cancelled on Nov 27, 2015. I am also planning to have a quick vacation on Dec. 27, 2015 until Jan 2, 2016. I would have want my new residence visa ready by the time I leave for vacation to avoid any immigration issues, but the new employer said there might not enough time for the residence visa to be ready before I leave for vacation. Now the following are my questions:

    1. Base on what I understand, issuing a new residence Visa will require the process of (a) application of a new labour permit and then after it’s issuance (b) visa stamping of the passport upon presentation of the required documents. Since base on the time left, I might not get to “step (b)” before my vacation, is there a chance that I can still go out for vacation with the labour permit/pink visa on hand (assuming it’s issued already) and return to UAE without any problem? If it’s possible, what document should I present upon leaving, and what document to present upon my return to UAE?

    2. Are the attested documents required during the application of new labour permit? Or is it only required during the stamping of the residence visa on my passport?

    Thank you in advance, and hopefully you can help me with this at the soonest time.

  53. UAElabour BAN will mention on cancellation letter ? My company is cancel visa atrequest after 30 days .. visa not stamped passport .. where wecan findout about labour ban ? I enquired labour office but office are behave indicient ..

  54. Dear,

    I am working as quality controller in fruits and vegetables company.I completed my 1 and half years in our company. if i quit my job,can i lift my ban by paying 5000 dhs. I heard from many persons.

  55. Visa cancellation letter will mention labour ban period ? Where we can find that i have six month Ban ? I called labour department officer but they are negative apporach …

  56. Hai
    I came to dubai 6days ago in an employment e visa of a llc company and the salary was 2500dhms. Still i was nt undergone for medical test and i didnt get my emirates id. Now i got an another offer from a company with a salary of 600dhms shall i accept that offer wil it ban applicable

  57. I am working in abudhabi past 2 years as a limited contract now my visa again renewed as a limited contract what my pbm is now I got job in dubai government for 8500 AED my present salary is 3000 AED if I resign my present job can I joined in that new government job. I have diplamo and Be qualifications please help me to come out these situations.. And my employer asking 45 days salary to pay

  58. My company cancel my my visa unlimited at request . I have question 1)cancellation letter will mention how many days MOL ?
    2) Where we can findout about i have how many month MOL .. ? I contact labour office but they r behave as cruel

  59. Company at request cancel my visa unlimited contract. I have two question . MOL ban mention cancellation letter ? Where we can findout enquiry that i have ban ?

  60. I have working since 2014 july in Dubai..my visa expiry on july 2016.if I change visa to other company I will get ban

  61. Hi ,
    i have just completed two years and renewed my contract 6 month ago in a same company i am planning to change job .is it allowed to change job or i have ban.

    1. Aashish,
      What kind of contract do you have?
      Read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/limited-contract
      http://emiratesdiary.com/job-tips/what-is-an-unlimited-contract-employment-contract

  62. Hi!

    I have a question, how to lift the ban? i didn’t finish my contract because company got closed. Is there any way to lift the ban??

    dahlia

  63. Hi,

    I’m currently working in Private company under LLC, I’ve been working for 4 mons. now, If I will resign and get the job offer in me from private hospital, same position, will I be ban? in terms of salary its more higher than my present employer. Thanks!

    1. Erniel,
      yes, ban is possible. But will depend on your new salary and designation and qualification.
      From January 2016, labour ban may not be applicable to you:
      Read New Labour Law:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-rules-by-mol-2016
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-labour-law-rules-764-2016-standard-offer-letters-and-contracts
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/termination-of-contract-under-new-labour-law-rules-2016
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-766-work-permit-granting-approval-and-labour-ban

  64. Hey…I had a question my contract is getting expire by dec 2015 and my contract is unlimited.But my visa gets expire only by feb first week.
    If i change my job after my contact expire.Did i got labour or visa ban.Please reply fast.

    1. Richu,
      If you complete your contract, you will not face labour ban.
      From January 2016, labour ban may not be applicable to you:
      Read New Labour Law:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-rules-by-mol-2016
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-labour-law-rules-764-2016-standard-offer-letters-and-contracts
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/termination-of-contract-under-new-labour-law-rules-2016
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-766-work-permit-granting-approval-and-labour-ban

      1. Mr. deepak, what about in my case? They gave me 1year bannned in the ministry of labor, will I able to come back to UAE again?

  65. Dear sir
    Now a days I am working outsource company my visa Dubai can I change visa my probation period is completed
    Thanks

  66. Hi
    Dear deepak bro I will working at a gift shop as a sales man my education is intermediate.my contract start from 25 Feb 2015.so I can break a contract without face six months lobour ban.

  67. A contract copy with 6months probation has been signed by both company and employee but the same still not yet been registered in MOL. Its now 5 months over, will a ban be imposed if the employee quits the job now?

    Regards,
    SK

    1. SK,
      Answer:http://forum.emiratesdiary.com/t/resign-during-probation-period-contract-not-yet-registered-in-mol/423/2

  68. Hi
    i want to know i am working with a third party company with unlimited contract.my visa is two year.now company cancel contract with mother company now my employer company terminate my contrect beczuse they dnt have work for me now i am looking for a job i want tpo know is there any ban will impose on me from my company or goverment?please reply my
    Thanks

  69. I came to dubai through a security guard visa. I have BEng and diploma in mechanical engineering. I have worked 17mnths with my current employer, I got an engineering job offer to pay low compared with the stipulated salary, my employer refuses to give NOC if I cancel can I escape been ban through the use of my qualifications even when the new company offered to pay less just to help me continue in my line of discipline.
    thank you

    1. Abdul,
      If your engineering certificate is attested, I don’t think you will face labour ban.
      In any case after January 2016, professionals will not face labour ban as per new labour laws:

      Read New Labour Law:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-rules-by-mol-2016
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-labour-law-rules-764-2016-standard-offer-letters-and-contracts
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/termination-of-contract-under-new-labour-law-rules-2016
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-766-work-permit-granting-approval-and-labour-ban

  70. Dear deepak,

    I am just join (from june 30 th 2015) in food processing company in abudhabi as QHSE trainee, now i am in probation period of 6 month, now 3 month remain,current company issue my visa as follow up clerk and i already got emirates ID.
    i got a better chance in dubai, with 4500 aed. can i change my job this time with out ban. ( I have attested MSc certificate)

    pls help
    hope your kind reply..

    1. Shabu,
      Usually post graduates will not face labour ban on unlimited contract.
      But please inquire with MOL.

  71. Hi Deepak,

    I am a diploma holder getting 8500 AED PM and my visa designation is Assistant Engineer but I have been working here in UAE as a draftsman .

    I got an offer from another company in UAE they are offering 10000 AED but I think they will not give me Engineer’s visa may be they will issue Draftsman’s visa.
    I know my current company will not issue any NOC and I am within 2 years of Unlimited contract.
    So my question is that Is there any labour ban will apply for me but I am wondering I am changing my job because of better salary as per my diploma qualification. But I am afraid about my Assistant Engineer’s post in my current visa.
    Can you help me out by giving the information and way out. Waiting for your kind answer.

    Thank you very much.
    Jeet.

    1. Jeet,
      Read:http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      Labour ban will depend on your qualification.

  72. HI,
    I completed 6 month in my current company, now i got an offer from Saif Zone ( Shrajah), can i switch my job without getting ban. or any other procudere, please explain.

    Thanks.

    Ahmed

    1. Ahmed,
      Yes, you can move. There is not procedure. IT will be normal, cancel current visa and apply for new visa.

      1. Thanks,

        Deepak your information is very use full your helping a lot to others.

        God Bless Buddy.

          1. Dear Deepu,, I completed 1 year in my current company they are paying 3000 AED now i get good offer in other company now they offered 7000 AED ,,,but i have 1 question if i cancel this current job i have ban for 6 month ? or i want submitt my degree certificate becouse i am not completed my degree so please assist me ..

            Thank YOu

            1. Hameed,
              yes, ban may be applicable. What is your qualification?
              Read the article please.

  73. I am working in a company in Abu Dhabi on a General Electronics Engineer VISA with an UNLIMITED CONTRACT, i started my VISA on 09th October 2013 and now my Labor card is already expired on 16th September 2015, and the VISA will expire on 8th October 2015. I don’t want to renew my contract because i got a better offer in same Abu Dhabi. So my question is that “i have resigned upon one month notice period starting on 10th September 2015 till 9th October 2015? but my PRO cancelled my visa at today.

    please let me know if any employment ban will be imposed on me? and in this case am i eligible for the end service benefits or not?

    1. Muhammed,
      Engineers usually will not face labour ban.
      Read New Labour Law:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-rules-by-mol-2016
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-labour-law-rules-764-2016-standard-offer-letters-and-contracts
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/termination-of-contract-under-new-labour-law-rules-2016
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-766-work-permit-granting-approval-and-labour-ban

      1. Dear Deepak,

        Please let me know if i get 8000 AED salary in new company any employment ban will be imposed on me?

        Thanks and Regards

        Muhammed Riyaz

        1. Muhammed,
          What is your qualification?
          Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  74. Hi,

    Good morning, hope you are doing great today.

    I just wanted to check my wife she was working in company first time she got a better opportunity with the salary more then 8K. She is actually from Ukraine her degree is from the University which is due to war has been closed. Now her employeer is trying to apply her visa but they ask for the translated certificate and it should be legalized also. Can you please guide what it can be. As per general law it can be if 5K salary and Intermediate certificate it will not be a ban. But why he cant apply on her Intermediate docs if she has 8K salary.

    Situation is little confusing now actually.

    Thanks for your quick response in advance.

    Warm Regards,
    Mohammad.

  75. Hi! I have this problem which i am so confuse. I have this new company open and i have the entry visa with no medical and contract sign. I only work 3 week from the they we are open and just 3 weeks the company was closed. How can i lift my 6 months ban? i want to work but how i can do that? please give me a good answer. thanks

  76. DearDeepak
    I have worked for my company for 2 years on unlimited contract with abu dhabi visa during my visa renewal 2 months back my visa and labor contracts was cancelled in abu dhabi and new one issued from dubai since I have been working for the same company but in dubai
    I recently got a new job and the salary is more than 12k and I have resigned.
    I want to know since I have been working for same company for 2 years taking into consideration the change of Visa from abu dhabi to dubai for same company will I get a ban now that I am leaving the company to a new company? But companies are private companies

  77. HI SIR,

    I JUST WANT TO ASK REGARDING TO MY BROTHER PROBLEM. MY BROTHER HE HAVE WORKING PERMIT THE SPIRED IS 2017. BUT HE DONT HAVE ANY VISA COMPANY AND EMIRATES I.D.. THE COMPANY ALWAYS PROMISE ON GOING PROCESS BUT UNTILL NOW NO VISA IN 7 MONTHS NOW., ONLY WORKING PERMIT HE HAVE …SO IF HE WANT TO CANCELL HE CAN GET A BAN?

    1. Aminah,
      Staying in uae without visa is illegal and your brother has already overstayed.
      Better to inquire with immigration on the status.

  78. HI Deepak,

    Currently my salary is 8k and in labour contract is 5k and a limited contract. even tough I have an engineering degree is it possible for me to move to other company with my high school certificate for that it requires only 5k right? or is it necessary to have the engineering visa and salary 12k to be shown in contract? Also what about people having limited contract and salary 12k if they get more salary can they move to other company without ban?

  79. Dear Deepak,

    Hope you are doing well.

    I am a graduate on residence visa(husband sponsorship)

    I joined a company in feb 2015, a limited contract. I left in june 2015 within probation due to harassment. However, the company did not cancelld my labour card and it is still showing as active. If they would have cancelled my labour card in June itself it would have been completed 3 months, if at all labour ban is applied.

    Should the labour card be cancelled from June Itself???

    Can I join a new company on immigration/employment visa with active labour card?

    What can i do now

    please assist.

    Regards

    1. Nil,
      It is better to get the labour card cancelled.
      The new company obviously will have information regarding your previous employment as the systems are integrated.

      1. Thank you Deepak,

        As per my understanding the previous employer should have cancelled the visa in june at the time of resination acceptance. If they cancel it now, then, my 3 months from 6 months ban is wasted.

        Shall I inform this to MOL if they are not cancelling from JUNE

        1. Nil,
          No,labour card and visa is cancelled after your employment is finished including notice period.

          1. Hi Deepak,

            Thank you.

            I am sorry but I am unable to understand. I am not working with the company since june 2015. but my labout card is not cancelled.

            Does the company require to cancel my labour card??? If yes, from when???

            Will i get a labour ban though I am graduate??

  80. Good day Deepak,
    Am working now in a restaurant.But i didn’t get my salary for 3 months.I finished 1 year and my contract is limited.what if i find other job.And we found it that there’s a lot of complain about our restaurant.Do i have a ban.? Hope you can give attention to my question.

  81. Currently I’m working as a sales man in some llc company. I got the job with 5400 aed salary. Do I hv to pay his visa charges as per law. Please answer me. I’m in a big confusion and my boss is asking me to pay visa charges to cancel the visa.

    1. Ravi,
      You should pay visa charges only if it is mentioned in your labour contract.

  82. Will great full if you can advice me in the problem

    I working with Western Auto for the last 11 months from 2014 Oct 28 till today. Now i got job in emirates airline as a Bus Driver .

    Now emirate group informed me to resign from my current employee . i
    had prepared resignation letter with notice period of 1 month.

    As i know emirate group is government company so their will be no ban i think so and if there is labor ban is their where i can go and lift it. Emirates is offering 3200 as a basic + 1800 H.r.a with a total amount of 5000 salary with my qualification which is S.S.L.C

    But emirates send me a message
    ” If you are joining us from UAE and holding a UAE residence/employment visa please commence your visa cancellation formalities. However please note that it is your responsibility to ensure cancellation of the same without any ban from UAE Immigration or Labour department. If a ban has been imposed whilst cancelling your current visa the UAE immigration department will reject the application for a new employment visa. This will lead to the withdrawal of your offer of employment. 

    Emirates Group will not be liable if you have been issued with any sort of ban at the time of your current visa cancellation either from the labour or immigration department.”
    What is this message cant emirates lift the ban
    Plz Waiting for your kind reply to forward my resignation

  83. Hi Deepak,

    * I am Employed with a LLC in Dubai from April 2015 on unlimited contract . I had joined them on Feb 1st but Labour card was processed in April 2015. I am on my husband sponsorship

    * I am a MBA graduate with attested certificate of MBA but my unattested UG certificate has been submitted for labour card. I earn a salary of 5000 aed

    The working environment in this company is not good & lots of office politics & cheating. Hence i am planning to look out for other opportunities.

    Please let me know if i will get a labour ban .

    Regards
    Anna

  84. dear deep
    currently I might working in Emirates catering I got a better offer with high salary but I haven’t Co.Completed their contract which they will put me a 1 year Ban
    please advise what should I do

    thanks
    Saman

  85. Sir.
    Ineed going my country india iam working her in abudhabi semi gvrmnt company ther is iam ask ineed resign. Company ask need your licence charg 4200aed with room finishing the acomadation allowance and basic salaris total resign need sir 7500AED. I have no cash sir . Iam looking beter athor opportunity but how is here visa cansel sir. Iam this compani 8month finish now . Pleas ask sir option…

  86. Sir Deepak,

    I am wondering why you are not replying to my inquiry as per below…
    *************************************************************
    Dear Sir,

    Thank you for this very helpful blog of yours. Thus, I still want to ask with regards to my current employment status. I am a BACHELOR DEGREE HOLDER currently working in a PRIVATE COMPANY under LIMITED CONTRACT that will expire on FEBRUARY 2017. If I will resign from my current job,

    1. I still need to give 1 month notice, right?
    2. What kind of ban should be impose unto me if I resign? 6 months or 1 year?
    3. If I will be employed in a Freezone Company, will the ban be lifted regardless of my new offer salary?
    4. If I will be employed in a Private Company again, does this mean I should have 12,000AED new salary offer? or NOC from my current employer will help to lift my ban even my new salary is below 12,000AED?
    5. If my current company wants to close and just cancel my employment, I will still have ban? If yes, what kind of ban? and how this ban be lifted?

    Hope you could answer my inquiry Sir. Because this really bothers me. Thank you.

    1. Lhai,
      Sorry if I have missed it!!
      1. Yes.
      2. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae, http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/limited-contract
      3. If it is immigration ban, then you can not work even in free zones.
      4. Yes. NOC may help; up to MOL. 12K salary will be easier to avoid ban.
      5. No.

  87. Hi Deepak,

    My company is under financial stress and have not paid the salaries. But it has said that it will release those who want to leave for another job. I got another job where salary is less than 5000 aed. I got Noc and i am still in probabation period. I am engineer by profession. Do i get a ban?…In case yes what is the procedure to avoid it?

      1. Dear Deepek,

        Thanks for your information 🙂

        I am an Int. Design Engineer, but my salary is really low and so my employer is fine to give me NOC to find another job and I have just worked 2 months with my current employer. Can I switch my job without getting a ban if I get NOC?

        One more thing, I am BSc qualified, do I have to look for a job which offers AED 12000 or more or I can just look for any pay job with NOC?

        Thank you.

    1. Tom,
      You will have to match the criteria as mentioned in the article and then you can lift the labour ban at MOL.

  88. Dear Sir,

    Thank you for this very helpful blog of yours. Thus, I still want to ask with regards to my current employment status. I am a BACHELOR DEGREE HOLDER currently working in a PRIVATE COMPANY under LIMITED CONTRACT that will expire on FEBRUARY 2017. If I will resign from my current job,

    1. I still need to give 1 month notice, right?
    2. What kind of ban should be impose unto me if I resign? 6 months or 1 year?
    3. If I will be employed in a Freezone Company, will the ban be lifted regardless of my new offer salary?
    4. If I will be employed in a Private Company again, does this mean I should have 12,000AED new salary offer? or NOC from my current employer will help to lift my ban even my new salary is below 12,000AED?
    5. If my current company wants to close and just cancel my employment, I will still have ban? If yes, what kind of ban? and how this ban be lifted?

    Hope you could answer my inquiry Sir. Because this really bothers me. Thank you.

  89. Hi Deepak, I am currently working in a company under unlimited contract( Salary kept is 1000 AED) . Its 1.5 years completed with current employer .My profession kept in current visa is Follow up clerk . Actually I am a mechanical engineer( Have degree certificate ) . But recently I got selected in an interview by another company and selected me a post of assistant production manager and they offered me a salary of 7000 AED per month .Will I get a 6 months ban if I cancel current visa ? my current employer ready to give NOC if I cancel . and I have my Btech degree certificate attested ready . Is any possibility to lift ban ?

  90. I’m working in a restaurant as a server.Due to my poor performance my managers terminated me after my 6 months probation period. I have an automatic ban in the labor.If they will give me NOC is it possible to lift my ban and apply to private company?

    Kindly help me with this matter.

    Thank you

      1. Dear Deepak ,

        Thanks a lot for your fast reply!!!

        But currently my profession kept in visa as ” Follow up clerk” I didn’t submitted any certificates to take my current visa 1.5 years ago . The company who is wishing to hire is taking me in the role of Production manager?? will it be an issue?? .. Will I get ban depends on my current profession in visa as clerk??

  91. Dear Deepak,

    Good day

    I was terminated after my probation period due to poor performance.I have an automatic ban from the Labor.If have the NOC from my current company.Is it possible to lift my ban?

    Thank you.

  92. Hey Deepak what do you think, those people who are working on residence visa or what you call immigration visa provided by the company. If they resign what type of ban they would be facing? Because I am working in such a company where they have provided us with a immigration visa / residence visa but we don’t carry labor card sort of thing. I am planning to leave company after 3 months of my joining. I would like to have your word on this.

  93. Hi Deepak,

    I wanna know intermediate is equivalent to what in dubai? Is it high school diploma? I m working in this company 8 months as a sales under unlimted visa but now i m getting better position with 5,000+ salalry. And i ve passed Intermediate in commarce.

    Can i lift the labour ban?

    Thankyou

    1. Bunu,
      I think yes, with salary above 5K, you should be able to avoid labour ban.

  94. Dear Deepak,
    My son is an Engineer,who worked in a FZC of Sharjah as Design Engineer in 2006-07.Due to family circumstances, he was unable to return back and hence he submitted resignation explaining the facts and requested to cancel the residence visa and work permit. Because the company wanted to retain my son, they were insisting to come back,which he was not able to comply due to unavoidable family circumstances. Now more than 7 years passed and in the meantime, he visited UAE two times since 2012 and finally during his third official visit , he was detained at Abu Dhabi and now , he is working in a reputed company in India. At that time, we came to know that his former employer in Sharjah has reported my son as absconded and had requested to take action.Based on that, a Search order had been issued.

    After knowing that, former FZC employer was contacted and they gave their NOC
    along with other documents required for cancelling the Residence Visa and requested for ‘STOP SEARCH’. This was accepted by the SAIF Zone Authorities and in turn SAIF Zone Authorities gave a letter addressing The Hanorary General ,Directorate of Residence and foreign affairs requesting to remove ‘STOP SEARCH’ as the matter is over. With all the relevant documents,when we approached Sharjah authorities, they told that this is a old case and only Abu dhabi Authorities had to deal it and vice versa,Normally residence visa will expire if the visa holder is out of UAE for mor than six months These are told by immigration authorities at Sharjah and then why it happens so?
    Under this stage, my son is about to be deported with a ban. What type of ban wille issued in such case ?What legal remedy we can seek ,if my son is deported with a ban ?

    Please advice

    1. Shanmugasundaram,
      This is most probably case of filing absconding case.
      You must visit the place where he has been detained. Only the particular department within the immigration will be able to intervene.

    2. Dear deepak

      i have BBA (hons) degree. did i get ban if resign my current job. i have just completed 3 months.

  95. Dear Deepak,

    I have resigned my job my salary was 2500+ transportation only .

    now I’m hired on 3000 salary +accommodation+transportation+annual bonus + 2 way ticket( yearly ) +medical insurance.

    plz help me out to avoid 6 ban and easy process for my new employment visa .

    I have bachelor degree,12th,SSC.

  96. Our restaurant group is taken over by a Public company. this is my first job. its been only 8 months now. now co is terminating all the head office staff from our restaurant and replacing us with their staff. It was mentioned in their purchase agreement that they will reduce head counts as per their management.

    Will No Objection Certificate Help me to get rid of 6 months Labour ban or will it be of no use. as every one is saying i will get 6 months default labour ban even if i get NOC

  97. Hello Sir.

    I submitted a one month notice of non renewal to my old employer, but I was cancelled early than the date my labour contract will expire. Because of this I had an automatic 6 months labour ban.

    I went to Tasheel to inquire on what I should do. A complaint was filed under my old employer. Is this the only way I can lift my ban? My old employer gave me NOC, but it was not taken by Tasheel. Kindly advice on what I should do.

    Thank you.

  98. Hello Deepak,

    Do we have a labour ban on Husband Sponsorship Visa ?

    My friends told me no labour ban on Husband Visa. That means i got a wrong information.

  99. Dear Deepak ,

    Please ,need quick response as i am already very late…..

    With my previous employer I worked as accountant but my visa was of security guard and my salary in my labour contract was AED 3,000/- with unlimited contract .
    I cancelled my unlimited visa from my previous employer after 23 month of service and got BAN on VISA(told by my new company PRO).
    Now with my new employer I have a limited contract as a TAX ACCOUNTING CLERK with salary of 5,000/- AED issued on my graduation in commerce degree.
    The PRO of my new employer charged me 3310/-AED for removal of ban because he is saying that he paid this amount to Govt. for lifting my ban.
    Please reply me whether any amount is charged by Govt. on lifting my ban because my PRO is now asking for me to pay him this amount.

    1. Nabeel,
      I am not sure about that!!
      I have never heard this. Ask him for the receipt.

  100. Dear Deepak,
    I am new in UAE. i just have 3months employment with my current employer. Sir, the atmosphere in this company is not good. The MD of this company is approaching the new employees to reduce there salary after 1 or 2 months. His reason is not getting a 100 percent job satisfaction from those employees, then he is making there salary to reduce the half of there agreement salary. A lot of employees salary was already reduced the half of there actual salary. This type of activities is still on going. the new employees are afraid of this UAE ban. So they are signing the new agreement letter and continuing upto the two years to avoid the ban. Sir, i am a diploma in mechanical engineering holder, and working in this company as a clerk with a salary of AED5000. My diploma certificate is already attested. sir, i would like to know..is the UAE ban will affect for me if i submit my resignation letter.

    Thanks,

    Edris.

    1. Edris,
      Salary can not be reduced from what is in the labor contract.
      Yes, you will face labour ban unless you do finish contract or meet any rules to avoid the ban.

  101. Hello Deepak,

    I am working for a Company in Dubai under Husband sponsorship visa.
    I am not comfortable with current job so planning to quit the job.

    As i am on husband visa, will i have a ban..

      1. Many of my friends are under husband visa and they said this to me that they can leave the job when ever they want. There is no ban.

        I am not still clear with this.

        1. Priya,
          I wish all your female friends on husband visa all the best!!
          There is a difference between being on husband visa and labour ban.
          Labour ban is issued by MOL and “husband visa” is processed by immigration.
          If anyone has labour approval through MOL, they would definitely face labour ban in case they have not completed the contract!

  102. I came dubai 24.12.2013. by labour card expire date 24.12.2015

    and my visa will expire on 17.02.2016

    if i cancell my visa from my company before 1 month or 15 days of my visa expire (suppose 17.01.2015) or (01.02.2016)
    then if i ban for six month or not?

    if i have a chance to ban for six month then when i should cancel my visa after 17.02.2016?

  103. Dear Deepak,

    I have working with Some IT Sales Company I came here in Dubai on 10 March on 3 months visit and after got a Job on May. After facing in/out procedure, now I came here in Dubai on 18-06-2015. The Visa period time will be for 2 months before applying resident visa, medical & emirates id application. but I am suffering Salary issues he told me first 2500 he paid to me but now he telling me that he can only bear a cost of AED1000 and rest of the the amount will adjust as commission. I signed a unlimited contract of AED1000. Also he is not paying me the salary fr the last 2 months, In addition i got my medical but fail to stamped visa on passport due to his company license has expired on Aug 16, 2015 now he first renewing his license then complete my procedure.

    In all of the above conclusion I just want to ask you if I will get a good opportunity from some where else or I offered a Salary of AED4500, 5000, 6000 or 8000 and I switch that company so do I face a 6 months ban. I have done BS in Computer Science.

  104. Hi Deepak,
    Am currently Working for a company who offers me only 6000 As a Executive Secretary but right now am getting call for 11000 or 12000 in case if i get the job. will i be banned for 6 months and more over ihav got Masters with me. What is your Opinion.

    Thanks

  105. Hello dear sir
    Me Muhammad Talal want to ask about my Ban . i am working here in a medical center from last 1 year on unlimited contract , so last 28th July i resign to our present company so this week i will get cancellation and i have offer from another medical center as a Administrator . so dear sir let me know what will be my offer letter that i will not face problem of 6 months ? or any other salvation that i not face problem of 6 months . thanks

  106. present time i am working in Star medical center as a receptionist and i will join in new medical center in i have beem worked in star medical center one year. so now if i am changing my visa to another medical center as a administrator so what i should do that i will not face of 6 months UAE ban ?

  107. Dear Deepak,

    I am working in a construction company since last 2 months. I am under an unlimited 2 years contract. I have a probation period of 6 months. The company has not paid me salary since my joining. Now I want to switch my job. My salary is 10000 AED. On what conditions can I escape the 6 months labor ban, if I quit the company within my probation period?? Awaiting for your reply.

    1. Ansh,
      Sorry for the delay in replying. I was out of station for couple weeks.
      You must first file a complaint with MOL for non payment of salary.
      MOL will take action and assist in your situation.

  108. Hi Deepak,

    I am working as Sales Coordinator in an IT Company for over an year. I hold an MBA. But the company has given my qualification as High School for Visa purpose.

    My salary is 3500AED. Will I be imposed with a ban if i quit this job and try for an new one?

    1. Safar,
      usually post graduates do not get labour ban.
      However, it depends on the laws of MOL.

  109. Dear Mr. Deepak.
    My Name is Muhammad Noman.
    i was working in a company in sharjah and i had issues of salary with my company owner. i worked 7 months there and didn’t get any salary. i filed a case on company owner. Ministry of Labour Cleared my dues as well and Ministry of Labour issued the Order to Cancel my visa to him. and i got cancelled on 03May-2015.
    now i came back to UAE on visit visa and i’m surprised to know that i’ve 6 months labour ban on me. Ministry of labour cancelled me because of salary issue. now i’ve got offers from different companies with salary of 3000.but this salary cannot lift my ban. i’ve left one month of my visit visa.
    i contacted to labour office sharjah and asked for solution . they told me about Ban Lifting Request.
    I Need your guidance and opinion for this matter.
    waiting for your answer soon.

    1. Muhammad,
      Sorry for the delay in replying. I was out of station for couple weeks.
      The labour ban is automatically imposed.
      If they have such a feature like Ban Lifting Request, you should file it with the MOL.

  110. Dear Deepak,

    I am working in a LLC company since December 2014. Now I would like to search for another opportunity. I got to know that there will be ban applicable if I quite my job and it can be avoided in case if I crossed in certain criteria like salary limit. But my salary is 4000 and even if switch to other company it will not reach to 12000 as the companies will consider based on last drawn salary.

    1. My question here is I am a MBA graduate and my PG degree is attested. Will there be any ban if I move to any other company either LLC / Freezones?

    Please advise.

    Thanks.
    Pandian

      1. Dear Mr. Deepak,

        Thanks for your reply.

        However I have sponsored my wife on family visa. In case if I am switching job and new employer is asking for 1 month notice to join, do I need to cancel my wife’s visa and reapply by exit from the country or can be done without she exit from the country.

        Please clarify.

        Thanks.
        Pandian

        1. Pandian,
          Earlier the facility to hold dependent visa was available. I am not sure whether this is available now.
          I don’t think she needs to exit. You could change the status within UAE.

  111. hi sir,
    good afternoon

    one of my friend working in Construction company from last 3 year, now he got a new job in uae with batter salary less then 5000 AEd, and he wont to change his current job. he already giving resignation with one month notice period. but the employer not giving him any feedback or replacement yet. may be the current employer wont to delay to change his job. if they not release him as per date after that he don’t have job here &there.

    pls. advise what he have to do.

    1. Mahaveer,
      The employer should accept the resignation in writing.
      He should serve the notice period as per his contract.

  112. hi
    i am working in communication company. i have my 6 month in this company . in my contract company have to provide health insurance which is not provided by company and also not provided overtime and my contract is for 1 year can i left this company after 1 year ? because my visa is for 2 year llc .. please guide me ..

  113. Hi,

    Will I have a labour ban if I change my job after a year?
    I am currently working in a private company (retail), working as a Graphic Designer, recieving 3000 AED per month as per verbal agreement. I am under unlimited contract. But in my contract and other documents, it says that my position is SALES, salary of total 2000 (600 basic). I did not submit any educational diplomas or any certificate on my current company (they didn’t asked for it).

    Based on this page (http://www.khaleejtimes.com/legalview/of-labour-ban-and-contracts), whoever has completed at least a year under unlimited contract will not have a ban if they wish to change their job or resign. Is this true?

    Thank you very much.

  114. Hi,

    Will I get a labour ban if I try to change my job after a year? I am currently under unlimited visa. Working as Graphic Designer receiving 3000 per month as per mutual agreement upon interview, but in my contract my position is stated as SALES, and having salary a total of 2000 (600 basic). I did not pass any school documents or certificate to my current employer.

    As I have read here, I will not face the ban if I will finish atleast one year under unlimited contract (http://www.khaleejtimes.com/legalview/of-labour-ban-and-contracts). Is this true?

    Thank you for your help. I find it a little confusing reading other articles and the law itself.

    1. I like that you use “Game of Thrones” phrases here….hurray!
      I believe, you will face ban if you do not complete your contract.

      1. Thank you for your reply. But if my contract is unlimited, when my contract will finish? It has no end date indicated

  115. Dear Deepak,

    How are you? I just want to ask if labor ban applies in this case.
    I am a receptionist earning 3,000 AED a month and I was offered a nursing job with a salary of 8, 500 AED.
    It’s my 7th month now in the company and planning to resign very soon. Will I get a labor ban? thanks

    1. Tanley,
      I think if your profession is Nurse in the new company visa, you may not face labour ban.
      Pleas check with MOL as I am not entirely sure about this.

  116. dear deepak
    my salary not paid for last 3 months.i am going to complaint mol. is there any automatic ban for me.any way to avoid this automatic ban.

    1. Ban is automatically inserted for everyone who are not completing 2 years. Once you got the cancellation you must submit a ban removal application. Once submit a agent from 32nd counter will ask for complain copies as a proof. then they will remove the ban and call you back to let you know the status.

  117. dear sir,
    i am working at ENOC(Emirates national oil company) ,3 month before joining now i am change to another job ,how can change to another job

    1. I ot job in dubai with a salary of 2500 AED i was terminated after 5 months now am on visit in dubai to hunt job am a graduate will i hav labour ban what should be my salry in new job to lift labour ban and will my labour ban be over after six months

      1. Kavitha,
        Labour ban is for 6 months. Once you finish that term, you are exempt from labour ban.

    2. Joji,
      You will need to apply for the new job. Make sure that you do not have a ban.
      Semi government organisations may impose a 1 year ban if you do not complete the contract.

    3. hi deepak,

      i’m working in LLC as a site engineer (diploma) under limited contract (2 years).
      i completed 1 year, & i got a good job with salary 10000AED.

      if i resign my current job, is labour ban affects me?

      1. Sundar,
        I don’t think for Diploma holder with the salary of 10K will have a ban.
        But you need to check with the MOL.

  118. Hi Deepak

    I have been here in UAE with one the company for just 4 months, now I have getting AED 3000 only, but I got another offer from other company which is 4500. please look to the following points and let me know what are the legal problem that have to be face and if I have to transfer to other company visa what will be the legal procedures and if I am resigning by my self will be there ban?

    Points to be noted:-
    1. I am not a graduate
    2. visa status is unlimited,
    3.Probationary period is 6 months (So still in probationary period)

    1. Fasal,
      1. OK
      2. OK
      3. OK
      What does your contract say about resigning during probation period?
      You will need minimum 5K salary to avoid labour ban.

  119. hi, i worked in a clinic before for 6 months only under limited contract but our clinic got closed and cancelled our visas. I have NOC but i have this labor ban of 6 mos. i have new offer with salary of 3500 only. How can i remove this ban since company was closed? How long do i have to wait since i filled it in MOL?

    What to do? Please help. Thank you.

    1. Maria,
      With NOC, you could avoid labour ban.
      You need to provide your termination letter and NOC to MOL and they will help in your situation.

  120. Good day Mr. Deepak,

    I’m currently working in a private healthcare company with a salary of 10500AED. I just completed my 2year LIMITED CONTRACT and signed for another 2year LIMITED CONTRACT last week with the same company. Now I just got a higher offer from another private company with salary of 13000AED.

    Is there a possibility that I will get a ban? Even if my offer is 13000 AED?
    I yes, how can I lift it?

      1. What If we have complaint against employer about his and her beehive and we are not getting facility asp labor low . and we win case in labor they told company can canceled but they have to pay what he or her has to get it . And the employer are not afford employ any more . Thy are giving us complaint no so they told us we left the band by that no .

      2. I’ve read that you will not get a ban if I got an offer to a company more than 12000aed. In this case I’m a Bachelors Degree holder and had an offer of 13000aed.

        Please help me clear my mind.

        1. Does this only apply to unlimited contract holders?
        2. Am I still getting a ban regardless of my offer more than 12000aed considering I’m a Bachelors Degree holder?

        *1st 2year limited contract completed
        *renewed my limited contract a week ago

        1. Gerald,
          1. Yes, right.
          2. If you have limited contract, you will get ban irrespective.

  121. Dear Deepak,

    I wanted to resign from my current company as they don’t have any challenging work to do. I also have an offer from India and Planning to move there.

    Having an unlimited contract and my 1 year period will end in mid September.

    1. Will I face any other Ban apart from Labour ban ? (Labour ban is for 6 months right ?)
    2. Do I have to pay any visa expenses, is it a law here in dubai ? if Yes how much does it cost for visa ?

    Waiting for your reply.

    Thank you 🙂

  122. Hi Deepak,
    Im working for a semi government bank in UAE for one an half month. I’m planning to Resign my job because of a family issue i have to be in my counrty ASAP. My question is will they banned me still i pay the cost of the employer?

    1. Rastha57,
      Yes, they may impose ban. But mostly they do not get into that.
      Depends on their internal policies.

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  123. my self Mosanna Khan and i am a mechanical engineer (B.TECH). i just join one company LLC before 3 month and now i am not satisfy with this company because he given me offer latter somthing and work is somthing else now i am getting 6000AED. So, please suggest me i want to left this company then i can left or not because this is my probation period and suggest me about band also

    1. Mohammed,
      You could resign. However, you may face labour ban.

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      1. Hi Deepak,

        i was working earlier with Indian Properties company based in Dubai for 5 years and 5 months . My last working day was 7th April 2015 . I resigned the job and went back to India . I came back last month – September 2015 on 3 months Visit Visa currently looking for a job. i have paid 1500 dirham to the person who gave me Visit visa from Tours and Travels company , he paid this money on my behalf when i was in India. 6th Sept 2015 i came back to Dubai and paid him 1500 dirham for giving me 3 months VISIT VISA.
        Now this guy is asking 2000 dirham more from me in cash because he told me he paid to the tours and travels office towards the deposit fees.
        When i found that there was no such deposit given by him ( who is a guarantor of my VISA) . Can i file a case against this guy and where the case must be put up .

        What is the procedure to put up against him ?

        Please Advise.

        1. Anil,
          I am not sure about this situation.
          WHat evidence do you have that you have paid him the money??

  124. Hi Deepak,

    Am working with LLC company since Nov 2014, I am graduate (B.Com) and done my MBA in Marketing.
    Am looking for the job change, am sure i will get Ban because of not completing 2 years contract.
    Now my question is, if i get job in Free Zone company or any other LLC company with salary above 7000 AED pm, i wont get ban.
    But what if my current employer wont issue NOC than what needs to be done to uplift the BAN.
    Also note my current employer will ask for VISA cancellation charges from me which is approx 7000 AED, so i have to pay this charges for getting NOC or where should i complain about this.

    Please help me regarding the NOC and Visa cancellation fees?

    1. Kishor,
      Usually MBAs do not get labour ban.
      If you shift to a free zone, they would normally not consider labour ban.
      However, I have heard recently that JAFZA does consider whether you have labour ban and may not process your visa.
      Yes, NOC would help in avoiding labour ban.
      Visa cancellation fees should be paid by the company.

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  125. hi deepak,

    am looking for job change.

    now my visa as computer engineer with salary3250 and visa stamped over degree certificate.

    i have post graduate certificate for new job
    and if i get NOC will i have to face ban.

    plz comment on it

  126. HI deepak.

    my self mubarak .am working in a company as a computer engineer.just completing 3 month.looking for job change.Will i get ban if am fulfilling the following conditions.

    1.now my visa stamped on degree certificate and salary is 3250. i have post graduate certificate for new visa
    2. if my new job is offering me 5000 will i get ban.
    3.if i get NOC will i have to face ban.

    1. Mohamed,
      1. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      2. Yes.
      3. You could avoid ban if you have NOC. But that will depend on MOL decision.

      1. Hi Deepak

        What if we want to join the same company, same designation and the same salary once again after getting the labour cancellation and the residence visa also cancelled.?

  127. Dear Deepak,
    I am working under LLC visa and completed 18 month as per my labour card.
    Now I have got the offer for the new job, my package is 5000+ accommodation and I am having +2 certificates. Please advise me.
    1)Shall I get the band or not.
    2)Shall I pay the visa expenses for the current company or not.
    Your response will be highly appreciated

    1. Bishwa,
      1. Read the article again and understand what category you come under.
      2. What expenses? You need not pay visa expenses.

  128. Hi Deepak i have to share something with you regarding one Company Shall i contact you personally? Other wise give your personal number will contact you.
    Thanks.

  129. Hi, I was working with a Bank through an outsourcing agency. I got terminated because of taking leaves without their approval. I was getting 5500 AED (2500 AED basic and 3000 AED other). Now, I am applying for new job getting offers of around 4000 AED.

    Will I have a ban as I am terminated? I do not have any attested degree, if I will attest my graduation degree will it help? or taking NOC is easy from the company? Do I have to take NOC from bank or outsourcing agency?

    Please help.

    Thanks

    1. Aditi,
      Ban is automatic if you have labour card.
      However, since you were terminated, MOL may waive the labour ban.
      Yes, NOC may help.

  130. Dear Deepak,
    I have NOC and post graduate as well but in article not mention clearly weather one of criteria or all criteria should be met.

      1. Dear Sir,

        “Post graduates do not usually have labour ban.WIth NOC, you could avoid labour ban”

        I have doubt in Post Graduates doesn’t face ban even they offer less than 12000/- with NOC

  131. HI Deepak.

    I am currently on 6 months probation working for an Ajman based INC CO.LLC company ( complete 3 month ). I have a job offer from another organization( dubai based LLC company).

    I hold a bachelors degree and my salary paid by the new employer is AED 17K.(all together)Now am getting (14 K (2 k for housing and 2 K for transportation)

    Kindly advise, if my 6 month labor ban can still be waived. Also, can the sponsor impose additional ban on me for leaving during probation period.

    1. I intend to leave with a notice of 1 week.?
    2. is it necessary to serve a months notice during probation.. This is not mentioned in the contract and offer letter.
    3. If i serve the notice period, can the sponsor still impose a sponsor ban.

    Waiting for your valuable comments.

    regards

    1. Sanju,
      1. Notice period will depend on your contract.
      2. Depends on your contract.
      3. I don’t think for the salary offered you will have labour ban.

  132. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    I have worked for a company for 7 months, I got an offer from another company for 6,000AED.

    I have completed my engineering. But my certificates are not attested. So if i attest my engineering certificate and my previous employer gives me NOC is there any possibility of 6 month Ban?

  133. Dear Deepak,
    I have my own company but my visa is Accountant all powers of attorney with me, I have post graduates and NOC i can provide. I put my salary agreement 10000 AED. I have offer of 4500 now can i join this or there will be ban..

  134. Dear Deepak,
    Actually I have my own company but my visa in this company is Accountant one year still remaining , i have power of attorney and post graduate degree and NOC as well, i have offer of 4500 in Exchange house, can you please tell me there will be ban..
    shakeeb muhammad

      1. Hiii…..
        Deepak,

        If I have a Six month of labor ban on my visa by Al Ain Labor Ministry and i have completed 3 months almost, shall i apply for a freezone company in dubai

  135. Dear Mr.Deepak, i have joined the company in 2008 and resigned /cancelled my visa in 2013 and gone back to india and again ,on a new visa and new contract i joined the same company within 4 month and resigning after working for 21 months and joining an other company.will i get any ban . please advice

  136. I was working from December 2014 – May 2015 with a company. My Salary was AED 5500.

    Now again I am In Dubai on Visit Visa, Got a Offer from Free Zone Company, salary of AED 4000.

    Will i get a ban?

  137. hi ,
    i am working in auh with a hospital as a call centre executive under probation for a month now with a salary of 2500 aed.im under my husbands sponsership.i hold double PG in science and bussiness.now im offered a new job with a bank salary between 5 and 7.5 for a seceretary post.i have my degree certificate submited to MOL.my contract is of 2 years.will i have a ban if i change job now.i read somewhere for PG’s there is no labour ban.pls reply.thanks and regards.

  138. Dear Deepak,

    Currently I am working as a Sales Executive in a LLC company on unlimited contract from last 7 months. I have attested MBA degree from Pakistan and UAE embassy as well

    1- Can I switch job with the salary of AED 5000 on base of 10th or FSc certificate. Because my current company did not ask for any degree to process my last visa and this is my first job in UAE.

    Best Regards& Thanks in advance

  139. Dear Deepak,

    Currently I am working as a sales executive in LLC company on unlimited contract from last 7 months. I have attested MBA degree from Pakistan.
    1-Can i switch job with a offer of AED 5000 on the base of 10th or FSc certificate as last time my company did not ask any degree or certificate for processing visa and current job is my first job in UAE?

    Best Regards& thanks in advance.

  140. Hi Deepak,

    Currently I am on Abu Dhabi Mainland Visa with a salary of AED 15k. I am still on probation period. I have got an offer of AED 22k with senior position from Free Zone company in Abu Dhabi. I am holding master degree in engineering so could you please clarify following things.
    1. Will I have face any ban if I resign from mainland to freezone company?
    2. Can my new employer will be able to arrange Visa as per UAE regulation?

    1. PDCS,
      1. I don’t think for that salary you will face labour ban.
      2. That is up to the clearance of all required approvals. But I hope there will be no such problems.

  141. Hi Deepak,

    I am currently working in Dubai on a contractual job for 4 months. I have had my labour contract approved however i will be exiting the country in 2 weeks for my visa change, i already have my employment visa but i am going to exit after 2 weeks so currently i am on visit visa. I would like to know that what if i get a better job offer during this time. Will i get a ban since i have not enetered on employment visa yet. I am currently earning 7000 and i am projecting i might get an offer for 13000. I am a bachelors and masters degree holder in accounting and finance from UK , and i have professional accounting qualifation as well. but my degrees are not attested.

    Please advise in both scenarios

    A) I get a job offer before entering on my employment visa

    B) If i get the offer later and i have entered on the employment visa

    thanks alot

    1. ZF,
      If you have a labour approval in your name, you will face labour ban.
      To avoid labour ban, you will need to attest your degrees.

  142. Hi
    i am working under Husband visa from last two months now i have another offer with salary of 4500 i am post graduate if i change job is labor ban applied on me?

  143. Hi Deepak,

    i am working in LLC company under unlimited contract. my current employer didnt gave me Civil engineer post as i have Bachelor degree in civil engineering, they gave me Architectural Draughtsman

    till today 1 yr 7 months completed

    Now i got offer of 9000 aed from new employer. *** its not freezone company.

    My question is
    1. if my new employer gave me Civil engineer post on visa. 6 month ban will be applicable?
    2. if my new Same post Architectural Draughtsman. whether 6 month bann will be applicable?
    3. i have diploma certificate too can i ask my new employer to raise visa on that basis?
    4. please tell me your best opinion

    Thanks in advance
    Ashish

    1. Ashish,
      1. Usually engineers do not have labour ban. However, MOL will decide this!
      2. Yes, labour ban is applicable if MOL makes it!.
      3. No, your records are already with the MOL. So I don’t think you can submit any other certificate!

  144. I had a problem with my company because i have not accepted to work friday and to night,manager has blocked my monthly salary and do not allow me to work again,also he has taken to me all company tools, now already passed 11days in the accommodation without work
    I complained to labor ministry it sent me a message to discuss with my company during 6 working day before it get registered on the company but manager did not agree to change its position that no need me again in this company unless I accept to work during these time
    he said to me to sign a resign letter before he give me NOC
    1) It is right to sign resigns before having NOC
    2) What will be the next step after the first message of the labor ministry

    1. Tubo,
      1. You need to get it in writing that the NOC will be provided.
      2. I am not sure about this. You need to seek help from MOL.

  145. Dear Deepak

    My previous company ( LL C, Dubai) is closed due to financial problem. And my previous boss go back to his country and not sure if he will come back. My visa is not yet cancel. How can I get a new employer if my visa is under his sponsor? He gave me NOC before he leave. But He doesn’t want to cancel my visa.

    In this case what will I do?

    Waiting for your reply

    Thank you

    1. Catherine,
      You should file a complaint with the immigration and mention your case.
      They will cancel your request if they are not able to contact the sponsor.

      1. hi Deepak,

        My recent employer is oil company and semi private government in dubai, I work with them only 5 months. then they told me that i will get 6 months ban in UAE. Im already here in my country now.
        My question is,
        Is my ban will start after they cancelled my visa OR after I left Dubai?? because im planning to go back dubai after my ban thats why i need to know now if when i will start counting my 6 months ban.

        thank you.

  146. Hi Deepak,

    I was working with a LLC company in Ajman. After very good tenure of 10 months, they terminated me mentioning on termination notice that “we are rearranging our manpower – your services not required anymore”. Verbally they told me that I am not working upto their expectations. They didn’t tell mark out my performance ever before.

    No my visa has been cancelled and I have a labour ban of 6 months. My visa designation was “Customer Clerk”. Salary was 3750. Company is providing me NOC also and ready to help me to lift ban.

    Please guide me with THE HELP OF NOC ONLY … the ban will be removed or not? what are the chances? Thanks.

  147. hi deepak,
    i am rite now working in oman and i got offer in dubai. i need to join in that company in sept.resignation is given and accepted by company but as our one employe left company is holding me here and leaving me on leave SO MY QUESTION IS, WILL I GET ANY BAN IF I ENTER DUBAI WITH OMAN VISA NOT CANCELLED

  148. Deepak,

    hello i wanted to inquire about something,
    i am working for a coffee shop in dubai i have worked for 9 months now but i have a problem with the company, 1. my contract is written 9 working hours but the company is making me work 18hrs once a week without brake and we are not alowed to seat down..that was not mentioned in my contract and is now stating to affect me phisicaly. how can i change my job withot getting a ban?

  149. i was hired through agency in the Philippines. i am just 10 months to my current employment here in Dubai but i was given an offer in another company with better salary. if i leave my current employer now will have a labor ban? how ca i avoid such ban?

      1. Hi Mr.Deepak

        I am working in a hotel industry here in Abu Dhabi .My contract ends on September 09 2015.I already submitted a resignation letter to my company 2days back because I got offer letter to the another company.The new company promise me that they will lift my ban since they offer me 4k .But when I send all my documents to the pro of the new company he doesn’t want to accept .The thing is I was undergraduate but I have my certificate attested he refused that certificate and asked for the secondary diploma .i have but it was in the Phil’s as per with him he needs the secondary to lift my ban. my question is the attested certificate that I have would not be possible to lift my ban I am confused and afraid because company given. Only for one month notice then my diploma will be send maybe after one month please help

  150. Hi Deepak,

    My labour card has expired. I am awaiting a job offer from another company.
    Should I send the documents to renew my labour card in my current company?
    Is it ok if I join a new company if my current labour card is expired?
    Or should I renew my labour card immediately irrespective of whether I get a positive reply from the new company or not?

    1. Sush,
      It depends on how long the new employer takes for new work permit.
      It is better to renew the labour card.
      Final decision is up to you!

    2. Dear Deepak,

      I am on unlimited contract working as a sales manager in a non free zone company since Jan’15. I am on probation for 6 months but my employer has conveyed to me that i wont be getting confirmed due to my performance, so either i will be terminated or i can resign
      My query is if i resign ,how can i ensure that i dont get a Labor Ban
      My present salary is 9k and i gave my attested PG degree for this job

      Many Thanks for this great blog

  151. hi, worked with a free zone company for 5 months, contract was mutually terminated since i dont want to relocate to Saudi Arabia, company has offered to give me NOC, will i have complications with future employers as i job hunt.

  152. hey Deepak,
    i currently work for an LL C company in Abudhabi but recently had an opportunity to interview with a free zone company in Dubai. The salary is about the same but am seriously considering to take the opportunity.
    Will i get a ban?

    1. David,
      You will have labour ban but that may not be applicable in the free zone.
      But you will first need to ask your new prospective company about this.

  153. HI Deepak.
    I am currently on 6 months probation working for an organization operating outside of freezone. I have a job offer from another organization, which is also operating outside of freezone.

    I hold a bachelors degree and my salary paid by the new employer is AED 12K.

    Kindly advise, if my 6 month labor ban can still be waived. Also, can the sponsor impose additional ban on me for leaving during probation period.

    1. I intend to leave with a notice of 1 week.?
    2. is it necessary to serve a months notice during probation.. This is not mentioned in the contract.
    3. If i serve the notice period, can the sponsor still impose a sponsor ban.

    Waiting for your valuable comments.

    Thanks.

    1. Faisal,
      1. OK.
      2. Notice period will be as per your contract.
      3. yes, ban is possible. But with 12K salary above, you will not have labour ban.

  154. hai deepak,

    i’m a graduate and i’m working for a technical company as electrical engineer for 5 months. i got a better job. the company that i work with are willing to give me NOC . i need to know whether there will be a ban if i change my job. if there is, how to lift the ban?

  155. I am a/c technician I working full time this Ramadan period. In my work contract, daily working hours is 8hours (Saturday to Thursday) and rest day is Friday
    But I work 9hours every day (7am to 12pm and 1pm to 5pm) because company forced us to do it and work also Friday and to night after daily work.
    Now I had a problem with my company because I have not accepted to work last Friday in the day and Saturday in the night after 5 o’clock pm, the manager told me to wait my cancelation contract letter in the accommodation without any notice; now already two day without work
    How I can do
    Where Can I complaint?

    1. Tubo,
      You will need to contact MOL and you could file a complaint against your company.

  156. Hi Deepak, your blogs are really helpful. Thanks.

    I have 1 question, I’m on probationary and my employer terminated me. They don”t want to provide NOC. Only termination letter is all I have. Is there a way to lift my ban without using the categories(High School, Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree). Thanks in Advance

  157. Hi Sir Deepak.

    I currently hold a labour visa. I have done over 4 Health and safety courses and hold certificates. I am not actually in a hurry to change job but i wish to apply for a driving licence and i was told my visa will not permit me. I will like to know if it is possible for my company to change my visa only and i pay for the charges since i have backup certificates.
    thanks

  158. Hi Deepak,

    I am an MBA, i was employed in april 2015 by an dubai LLC company for 3500, my visa says “Follow UP Clerk”.

    i’m now in probation and want quit my current job. i’m looking for Free Zone companies.

    Please let me know if i will get a ban or can my free zone company lift my ban.
    Is there any minimum salary i have to get to get my ban lifted or 4k also will help as im a post graduate.

    Thanks.

  159. Dear Deepak,

    I am Bachelor of Degree holder and i am currently working in LLC company last 3 months onward as Accountant , Now i would like to change my job and my current company will ready to give NOC.

    Can i avoid Ban?

  160. hi deepak ,

    now i am working with the LLc company still now my visa is not stamped on passport now and not done medical also now i want to quit the job and want to find a new job

    1 if there is any ban for me ?
    2 if the cancel the visa how many days i get to spend here.?
    3 there is any problem to find a new job her ( free zone ).?
    4 how much money i want to give the company to cancel my visa .?
    5 if there is any ban how can i lift the ban ?

    1. BKN,
      1. If your labour approval is obtained, you will have labour ban.
      2. You said you did not have visa!!
      3. No problem. However, these days I heard even free zones will check whether you have a ban.
      4. No money need to be paid if it is not mentioned in your contract.
      5. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  161. Hi Deepak,
    I have joined printing company as a sales executive before 3 months . Actually on my employment visa its mentioned only sales. They have not submitted my bachelors degree to the visa authority.And the current job is not my profession am an bachelor degree holder with IT experience in Wipro.
    I got a job offer from another company more than 5000 aed in IT. can I change the job ?
    1 is the ban will be for me?
    2 if the current company provide NOC can I change the job?
    3 how can I know the details about my current visa.

    Please provide me replay.

    Regards
    ManuRaj

    1. Manuraj,
      1. Yes. http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      2. Yes, but approval will depend on MOL.
      3. Through your visa copy.

    2. Hi Deepak,
      I have joined construction company as a safety officer before 10 months . My visa stamped on 10th October 2014. I submitted my resignation yesterday. I am looking a new job in uae. my basic salary is 4500 dhs and other allowance is 4500, total 9000 dhs per months.
      I got a job offer from another company more than 5000 aed. can I change the job ?
      1 is the ban will be for me?
      2 if the current company will not provide NOC?
      3 who cn i lift my ban?
      Please provide me replay

      1. Satheesh,
        1. You may face labour ban.
        2. Yes, ban is possible.
        3. Read the article again.

  162. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    I am new to UAE and working here since January 2015. I am working in a LLC company with the salary of AED 4000.00.
    I am planning to search for a job now. Will I be getting any ban if I get a job in free zones? For switching a job from LLC-LLC I am aware of it. But LLC-Free zone, I am not sure. Kindly clarify. Also I am a BCA, MBA Graduate.

  163. Hello Deepak,

    I am new here in UAE and doing a job as accountant from last 2 months. I am seeking myself misfit here in this company, they are giving me AED 2000 for salary and there is no learning environment here. its like I am wasting myself here.

    my Qualifications are MBA with two years of Banking and one year assistant accountant experience.

    I want to switch from this job as soon as possible. can you please guide me?????

    1. I am told by one of my friend that after spending 6 months over there, if i switch and the next company offer me atleast AED 5000, i will not have any problem. is that true?

    2. or what possibilities i may have to switch from this job and get a better one?

    3. Or if i take NOC from my current employer???

    1. Maan,
      1. Post graduates do not usually face labour ban. But depends on the decision of MOL.
      2. Read the article again.
      3. Yes, NOC may help.

  164. i am willings to resign my current job . but now, i have a civil engineer visa without probation period completed. if i resign this job after i have to push the labour ban or not??

    PLease giv e me exact details thankyou…

    1. Amjath,
      Engineers usually do not get ban. But it depends on MOL decision.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  165. Hi Deepak,
    Am on a sponsor visa and am working for a company from one month, however the company has made the work permit only for two months my work permit will get expired on 27/07/15, in case if i wish to change my job after 27th july, will there still be a ban.
    My salary is 2500

      1. Yes the company has given me the work permit letter for two months.
        And it will get expired on 27/7/15, hence wanted to know if i will get a ban

        1. Swetha,
          Not sure about this as I have no knowledge of this 2 month work permit.
          In most cases, I don’t think you will have a ban.

  166. Hi Deepak

    Please let me know if i am working as a civil engineer visa and salary is AED7000 within 6months or 1 year period if i get the job and salary will be AED10000 means there is labour ban is applicablefor me even engineer visa?

    Regards

    Mangai

    1. Mangai,
      Yes, labour ban may be applicable.
      However, engineers may be excluded.

  167. Hello Deepak,

    Mine seems a little complex issue. It was a limited 2 year contract started last November (2014) Due to highly unprofessional nature of work I am quitting after 7 months. Mutually agreed a one month notice period is served already. I am aware there will be a normal 6 month labour ban stamped. my employer expressed no intention to stamp any kind of bans on me. but on the cancellation papers i just notices hand written the following (One Year Ban) ….. now the questions?

    1, How will I know if the employee has requested one year ban on me
    2, how will i know what kind of ban is imposed.
    3, if at all he is intentionally requesting a ban because i didn’t complete the contract, when and whom should I approach to get rid of this.
    4, Can i come and visit Dubai if its one year ban?
    5, does the labour ministry imposes ban other than automatic 6 month, without employers request ?
    6, how will I know what kind papers i am signing in this whole process. most of them are in Arabic.
    7, Do they require at any point of time employee signatures to impose one year ban.?

    1. Salvador,
      1. If it is written by hand, someone would have written it.
      2. MOL can confirm this.
      3. MOL. You can’t get rid of labour ban.
      4. Yes, you can come on visit if you have labour ban.
      5. Yes.
      6. You need to ask them to provide English version and they should.
      7. No. You will have to sign the cancellation papers and it is mentioned there.

  168. Hi,

    I work as a quantity calculation technician with high school certificate and my visa is follow-up clerk. i am still in my probation period and have another offer for higher offer for more than 10, 000 will i face a ban

  169. Hello ,

    i had my bachelor degree and working in a company..if i change to a new company without finishing my contract is there any ban ?.but my company give me NOC .in the new company my desigination and salary is low compared to previous one…please help me deepak….

  170. Hi Deepak, very nice article.

    In my situation, my employer terminated my employment due to Downsizing – and it is clearly stated in my termination letter. I just served only 7mos in the company. Will i still get a ban eventhough I got terminated due to company downsizing? and what shall I do now that I got a new offer from a private company which is a bit lower than my previous? will the ban be lifted? what shall i do? or my new employer can do to lift the ban?

    Thanks in advance for enlightening me on this issue!

    1. Girllie,
      Usually if you show the termination letter to MOL, your ban will be lifted.

  171. Hi Deepak,

    Thank you for this blog.
    I had an offer in a Free Zone Company for 9K . I signed the employment contract and gave copy of my passport, educ certificates, etc. While they are processing my work permit I received an offer from a private Company which offered me 15K. I immediately requested the FZE Co. to stop my work permit application but I was told it is not possible since its already applied. Now my work permit with FZE Co has been approved and released. They still want me to join and haven’t granted my request yet to cancel my work permit. What can I do?

    Thank you!

    1. Drey,
      Requesting the the FZE company to cancel your work permit is your only way!

  172. Dear Deepak,

    I have been with my current employer since August 2014, however I did not get my visa till November 2014. I have just been offered a job in the free zone hold area with a better pay and health insurance as my current employer does not have company insurance for their employees. My previous pay was 7k a month and the new company is offering 13k a month, I also hold a Bachelors degree from the UK.

    What I would like to know is, will I get a 6 month ban if I decide to take the other job? They require that I start next month and that would mean giving my current employer less than a month’s notice.

    1. Sarah,
      Recently I heard that the MOL systems are integrated with free zone systems and visas may not be issued if you have a labour ban.
      But, in your case, since you have salary more than 13K, I don’t think you will have a labour ban.

  173. Dear Deepak,
    I am appreciate your reply to people who are struggling due to law . Thank you.

  174. hi i m working in a private firm with salary of 1700 dhm/ month due to some financial crisis…… i have completed 1 year n now want to switch to another job…i have done MBA .so if i switch i will get 6 month ban or not…plz suggest me

  175. My new “supposed to be” employer is currently processing my work permit and they are expecting it to be released tomorrow. Their offer is AED 8,700 per month. Now I got an offer from another company with AED 15,000 salary per month. Will I get the labour ban. I have an associate degree in IT. Thanks!

    1. Hi Deepak,

      I am working as an engineer in my current company for last 7 years. My Joining date is July 3 2008 & engineer visa expiry date is Sep 3 2015.I have given my resignation on 12th Jun 2015 with 1 month notice period. I want to know if there will be any labor ban for me? After my notice period, I am going to my home country & will come back after 1 month.

  176. Hi Deepak,

    I have a double masters and a bacholers, i have just finished 1 year within my current employer this is the first job i had had since i have been in the UAE. I have been offered a job elsewhere offering me 15k more basic salary and almost 20K more as a package overall about 55% more than my current employer my contract is unlimited. Am i allowed to move to my new employer or will i face a ban ?

    thans

  177. SIR, I AM WORKING AS A MECHANICAL ENGINEER FROM NOV 2013, MY CONTRACT WITH THE COMPANY IS 2 YEAR, IF I WANT TO CHANGE THE COMPANY NOW THAN I HAVE BAN FOR THIS OR NOT, SOME OF MY FRIEND IS TELLING ME THERE IS NO BAN FOR ENGINEER,DOCTOR LIKE PROFESSIONAL

    1. Rehan,
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/limited-contract
      http://emiratesdiary.com/job-tips/what-is-an-unlimited-contract-employment-contract
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  178. I am working as a nurse in a private sector however my visa is a receptionist. I want to resign from the company and move to a government hospital but I have not completed 1 year. Will I get a ban? what if my employer does not allow me to resign, can I do something about it? thanks.

    1. Meng,
      If you join government organisation, labour ban is not applicable.
      Employer can not hold you from resignation.

  179. I am a Household Service Worker (HSW) as a private nurse in a family but i did not complete my 2 years contract. do i have a automatic 6 months ban?

  180. Hi Deepak,

    I am currently working as a Graphic Designer in a private company here in Abu Dhabi, been working for almost 2months, my current salary is 3000 AED, but in my contract, it is only 2000 AED, and sales position. If i will get an offer that is atleast 5000 AED, will I get 6month ban if I try to change my job or employer? I am Bachelor of Science in Information Technology graduate.

    Thank you in advanced

  181. I am working in LLC company based in Dubai from 8 months and I have a good offer from government organization Sharjah my current salary is 6000 and I have a offer from government is 9000, can you please tell me is there will be any ban on me if I move from LLC to gov ?

    1. Shabbir,
      Congratulations on the new job.
      You will not have a ban when you join government organisation.

      1. Thanks Deepak,

        Dear actually I am new in UAE, kindly inform me please after resignation when my visa will go for cancellation what additional paper will require to avoid ban,

        Please do tell me.

        Thanks in advance

          1. Hi Deepak,

            If company deny to provide me NOC then what will be the next option,

      2. Thanks Deepak

        actually I am new in UAE, kindly can you tell me after resignation from the current LLc company,when my visa will go for cancellation? what additional documents are required to inform the LLC company that I got job in government organisation to avoid ban.
        please inform me I am waiting for your response

      3. Thanks Deepak,

        Actually I am new in UAE, kindly inform me after resignation when my visa will go for cancellation and what documents are required to inform them (MoL) that I got a job in government organization to avoid Ban..

        Please inform me, thanks in advance..
        waiting for you response.

  182. My fried Resigned and his past job give him only a visa as Electrical Technician, But He is an engineer. How much salary should be his next target to lift the ban? thank you

  183. My friend resigned and submit a complaint to MOL due to no salary for almost 4months, but the MOL still give him ban, he is engineer, can he lift the ban and how?

  184. Hi Deepak,

    I have been in UAE for last 8 years and took a break of 2 years in between. I am currently working on a driver visa with very low salary. I have a got a new job offer and would like to grab it however I have only completed 8 months on my current job. The new offer is also below 5000 and I dont have a higher school diploma.
    Also let me know how do I check whether I am into a limited or unlimited contract.

    kindly revert with a solution, it is very critical for me to shift my job and lift the ban.

    regards,
    Zakir

  185. dear deepak

    i am working in hotel industry , now i am completing one year and 2 months , my visa status is unlimited contract ,i completed post graduate if i am resigning this company , will i get the ban
    and how can remove this ban

  186. Dear Mr. Deepak,
    I have worked in Abu Dhabi between 2008 to2009 and my company was terminated me, due to world economical problem reason. So, I was out from Abudhabi @2009, and now can I enter in UAE ?. Please reply me

  187. dear sir,

    I m working now in semi-government company for 5months now I want go back in my country and I wanna come in new company it is hotel it is possible or there will be ban for me sir

  188. Deepak,

    First of all appreciate your efforts of helping so many expats with the blog. I have a query regarding my job,hopefully you can help me out on this.
    I’m a mechanical engineer working on a limited contract(2yrs ) since April 2011. I got my visa renewed for the 3rd time in April 2015 and now i have an job offer with a new company. Just want to know whether the company can put a ban on me if i resign with a 30 days notice period. The new company has offered me a salary of AED10000. I’m in a bit of bother regarding this as i badly want to get out of my present company and i dont have much of a time. Kindly help me out.

    Regards,
    Bharath

    1. Bharath,
      Notice period will be as per your contract. For such a long service, your company should not ban you.
      You can talk directly to your company HR on your situation.

  189. Dear Mr Depak,

    I work for a hotel, they say that this is a free zone company so there is no labor card what’s so ever.

    In the contract that I signed it says that if I resigned they are going to give me a ban for 1 year.

    The contract that I signed is for 2 years.

    As this is not a labor company, is there something I can do to leave the company without having a ban?

    I came with a recruitment agency from Latvia.

    1. Ricardo,
      Not too sure about the answer and I do not want to confuse you.
      Please consult directly with the relevant authorities.

  190. Dear Deepak,
    I had completed a 2 years contract in a LLC Healthcare company and then renewed my contract 3 months before in the same organization. Now i got an offer for 6000 AED. so i am planning to leave my job in this present company. kindly reply me whether labour ban is applicable for me.
    2. i am bachelor degree holder, the present company is providing NOC for me.

  191. I joined a company and worked there for only 20 days all procedures done with Visa stamping everything, and left UAE for some reason never return back. Passed the resign letter within 1 month after exiting UAE. My question is how many years ban will I have for outside country cancellation and can I come in visit visa in this ban duration.

  192. Hi Mr Deepak

    i hope you are fine & Doing well …..
    i got the job in Dubai they gave visa (pink visa) & i came to Dubai in the month of Feb 2015 after that i work in that company only one month for some reason i don’t want to continue the job and i said them please cancel my visa i don’t want to work …. they agreed.
    one more thing i want to tell you i did not signed any documents like labour contract & they didn’t stamped my visa on my passport .
    now they are cancelling my visa.

    kindly tell me will i get 6 month Ban & will i require NOC letter from the previous company in future if i want to join another company in Dubai.

    1. Safriq,
      MOL may or may not accept the NOC.
      In most cases they do accept. You could try.

  193. hai sir
    I am before working in alshom this company tack visa from union coop society al give to termination letter but my visa stil 23 07 2015 two maonth balance but i get ban for six month sir can tell to me how to remove the ban

  194. i have 2 years contract with my current company i only finished 5 months. and our compny is facing sum financial problems. so they are termenating sum staff. my current salery is 2000. and i got new offer letter they are giving me 2200 , now i want to change job and my current employer is giving NOC…..CAN I CHANGE JOB IF I HAVE ONLY NOC ????

      1. Hi, I’m under a limited contract and still on a probationary period, in case my employer decided to terminate my contract within the probationary period, will I get a ban? And if I decided to terminate my contract within probationary, should I pay them an amount equivalent to 45 working days?

        1. Jeff,
          That is up to MOL to decide. In most cases, upon termination, there is no labour ban.
          You have to pay anything to the employer as you are breaking hte contract.

  195. What would be the situation if I am working in semi govt (bank), and join a Govt Organization (bank)?

    I am currently 2 months into existing job still on probation, and am pursuing another job in a Govt bank. What will be the procedure and will I require NOC and will a ban be applicable?

    1. Salim,
      Not sure about this.
      But, I think there may not be any problem with what you will be doing.
      Check directly with your HR.

  196. i have 2 years contract with my current employer i only finished 3 months now i want to change job and my current employer is giving NOC….HOWEVER MY OFFER IS NOT 12000 AS IT SHOULD BE FOR BSC…LEVEL….CAN I CHANGE JOB IF I HAVE ONLY NOC AND NOT SALARY SCALE REQUIRED

    1. Waqas,
      That decision will depend on MOL.
      Usually MOL will not issue ban if you have an NOC.

  197. Hi Deepak,
    I have completed 7 years in a UAE company and recently joined in a new oil company under limited contract. Now just 3 months and now I want to join a freezone company. Is there will be any ban for me? or is it affects if I join a freezone company.? Please advise.

    1. Saleem,
      Is the oil company Government organisation?
      There may be a ban if it is.
      IF you join free zone company from LLC, ban is not applicable.

  198. hi. i would like to ask if the diploma requires to be in red ribbon or with UAE stamp? or is it ok without?

  199. hi, i am working with a contracting company for the past 2 years, and have recently renewed my visa with the same company 6 months back. my question is if i leave this company to join another company will there be a ban on me also ? i am working as a civil engineer, this is my first company, i already finished my one visa (2 years ) with this company and have renewed my visa 6 months back with tha same company. will i get ban if i change jobs now ?
    please advise ?

    1. Abdullah,
      For long service the companies do not impose labour ban.
      But also check with MOL.

  200. hi, i am working with a contracting company for the past 2 years, and have recently renewed my visa with the same company 6 months back. my question is if i leave this company to join another company will there be a ban on me also ? i am working as a civil engineer, this is my first company, i already finished my one visa (2 years ) with this company and have renewed my visa 6 months back with the same company. will i get ban if i change jobs now ?
    please advise ?

  201. Dear Deepak,

    Im a mechanical engineer currently working as an admin manager(but my visa states i’m admin director) since a month in my family business(transportation services).

    My concern is that if im able to find a suitable engineering opening, will i be able switch jobs without any ban or fines?

    contract is unlimited & my current salary is 5000.
    Thanks alot!

  202. Dear Deepak,

    one of my friend was offered for government job in Abu dhabi. they had asked him to submit his cancellation papers, education certificate and exit to arrange the visa. while he waiting for his visa in home country, the company said they are unable to issue the visa as attestation on certificate is not genuine. they have also mentioned that he will be ban from entering UAE. I have approached DNRD office and checked whether there is a ban but officer said there isnt any. I have also checked with Dubai police and they said no record.
    in this situation, can my friend come back to uae with another sponsor’s visa or with visit visa.
    please help.

    1. Priyanga,
      If Dubai Police and Immigration Authorities have confirmed, then I don’t see any problem.

  203. i am working in an LLC company, as a diver, unlimited contract, more than 1 year already,,i have issues with salary,,,always delayed and they give me only 2,500AED,im planning to find another job, if I get the 5,000 salary offer to the other company, I am also an Engineering undergraduate, is my Ban be lifted? please be advised…

  204. Old Employer
    Salary: AED 5000
    Designation: Accountant General

    New Employer (Offer)
    Salary: AED 4300
    Designation: Accountant General

    Old employer is providing me with NOC & termination letter, I heard that I can revoke the ban by applying “Ban removal Application” to MOL. Is this correct? If yes than what is the procedure. how much time MOL will take to cancel the ban.

  205. Hi brother,

    kindly advise me i started to work in a hotel in abu dhabi one year ago its sponsored by TDIC but now they are changing the sponsor so our visa will be labor.
    do you think this may cause a problem for me if i get another job in Dubai, how can i avoid the ban if i get a job with Emirates fly for exemple

    thank you

  206. I am working for 8 months and only now the company terminated me stating that my performance during probationary period is unsastisfactory. I want my termination to be changed but my employer dont agree to state that i was terminated due to restructuring of organization. I have a new job offer now, but having 3,600 salary. My previous company dont want to issue NOC, how can I lift my 6 month ban?

  207. Hi, I have an unlimited contract, have completed 8 months holding bachelors degree but the company asked me to give high school only.
    Now if i am terminated for reasons other than breach of contract or those mentioned in article 132, do i get banned or do i have a right to raise a complaint for terminating me unlawfully.
    Regards

  208. Hi Deepak,

    I have an unlimited contract with my company and have been working for 1 year now. My Employer is ready to give me an NOC and let me off but however, I am not sure about the procedure if I will be able to get another job as my pay is AED 7000 /- but 5000 in contract and 2000 as allowance given by cheque. I just wanted to know if I have to leave, do I have to get a job with AED 12000 salary or is it not necessary in spite of having a ban.

    1. Zachary,
      I suggest you call MOL and enquire about your situation. The decision is up to the MOL.

  209. Dear Deepak,
    i am working in LLC and my company want to transfer my visa from one company to another company here company names are different but the sponsor is same will i get ban???
    Secondly if i get ban what are the ways that i can lift my ban plz reply me.
    Also after renewing visa when i can change my job??

    Looking forward for your reply
    Thanks
    Ahmed

  210. Good day, I am a Nurse working in Abu Dhabi, BSN and HAAD licensed. im in a private hospital right now and working for 1year only.

    If another PRIVATE hospital is hiring me, what can I do to prevent labor ban? Is the NOC enough?

    Thanks for the information….

  211. Hi Deepak,

    I have a 2 years unlimited contract in my company as an Architect with a salary of 10,000 Dhs. I’ve already completed 1 year and planning to resign and transfer to other company. I know that the labor ban is automatic. My question is if ever my company will also give a banned and i will have 2 ban (Labor and the ban given by the company), can those 2 ban be lifted if I will received 12,000 Dhs to the new company.

    Thanks and regards.

  212. I am a Bachelor degree holder & I have been working for a company in Dubai for one year & 3 months & my contract is limited. As my company reducing some staff, I received my termination letter. What are the benefits exactly I deserve to receive? Will it leade to automatic ban? Do I have rights to claim gratuity in terms of termination?

  213. I a Bachelor degree holder & I have been working for a company in Dubai for one year & 3 months & my contract is limited. As my company reducing some staff, I received my termination letter. What are the benefits exactly I deserve to receive? Will it leade to automatic ban? Do I have rights to claim gratuity in terms of termination?

  214. Hi Deepak,

    I have Joined a company in Abu Dhabi and now its 8 months with this company and its my first visa but now i wanted to start my own business in Ajman. So after the cancellation can i avoid my ban as i will apply for business Visa.

    looking Forward for your reply. hope it will be a good one hahah

    Thanks

    1. Haziq,
      If you start business are you are on partner visa, there will be no ban.

  215. Hello Deepak!
    I need your help.
    I am working as a receptionist in a healthcare company. 2 years limited contract started in 19th April, means I am still on probation period. The work environment in this company is very stressful for me. I would want to leave. My salary is 3500 AED and I am a bachelor’s degree holder (Finance & Accounting).
    What is the way out without facing the BAN?

    1. Xhona,
      Please read the my post again: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  216. Hi,

    I have a limited contract with the employer for 2yrs which is a freezone visa.Can I move to a different company in freezone during the contract period without a ban.
    On my understanding there is no ban for freezone visa irrespective of limited and unlimited contract.Am I correct?
    Regards,
    Alberrt

  217. my cousin z a teaching assistant in a nursery. its a 2 yr contract. under sponsership f her father. now she wants to leave the nursery for a new job. she got her health card recently as well. if she leaves will she face labour ban???

  218. Hi Deepak,

    I have joined a LLC company 9months back, Basically my qualification is Bachelor of technology with Masters in Business Administration. I am working on Sales visa, and agreed a salary of AED 3000/- with benefit of incentives. However I am not getting any incentives as my employer cheated on me.

    I want to know the way out, without getting ban. My relation with the employer will go bad once i talked about my resignation. I cant expect any NOC from my employer.

    Please advice.
    Thank you.
    Mohammed.

  219. Deepak,
    Your site has proved extremely useful in what I am facing at the moment so kudos for the help.

    I’m on an unlimited contract and have worked for a little over 2 years now. Currently I am planning to submit my resignation so according to what I have read I should be able to avoid a labor ban right?

    Also, I am doing this without first securing another job but I have heard from a friend that I have one month (in terms of visa validity) to search for another one from the time I actually leave the company. I would like to ascertain if this is true.

    Thank you in advance, it’s tricky navigating the ways of the law!

  220. Deepak,
    Your site has proved extremely useful in what I am facing at the moment so kudos for the help.

    I’m on an unlimited contract and have worked for a little over 2 years now. Currently I am planning to submit my resignation so according to what I have read I should be able to avoid a labor ban right? What about the automatic 6 month ban?

    Also, I am doing this without first securing another job but I have heard from a friend that I have one month (in terms of visa validity) to search for another one from the time I actually leave the company. I would like to ascertain if this is true.

    1. Timothy,
      Why are you resigning without securing another job. That would be risky.
      If you complete your contract, there will be no labour ban.

  221. Hi Deepak,

    Very informative and helpful website. I have learned a lot from here. I need to ask a couple of questions for clarification though and I thank you in advance for answering them.

    Under my contract, it says UNLIMITED from 01/02/2015 to ___________.

    However, it says there that I am on probation period for 6 months.

    My quesiton is, will I face a BAN if I transfer to another company after my 6months probation period?

    I hold a Bachelors Degree, and I understand that I need 12,000AED to avoid being banned if I transfer to another company.

    My second qusetion is, do I still need to get an NOC if I get a salary of 12,000AED?

    Thank you again and more power.

    Myles C.

  222. Dear Deepak,

    I’m working in an advertising company for 8 months. It was DMCC and they have got the LLC license in April and converted all the visas to LLC. I have been offered a new job in government organization with better pay and I have resigned from the current company and serving notice period now. My current employer is ready to provide me NOC but he asked me to pay for the Visa Fees. Is he allowed to ask for Visa Fees by Law (since its not my fault that he converted his company to LLC). Also will I get an automatic ban? I got my LLC visa stamped on 19-Apr-2015 with unlimited contract.

      1. Dear Deepak,

        I can join Freezone, ok. But can i join any other LLC Company not government organisation, What should be my minimum salary in order not to get banned.

        Appreciate your reply.

        Thank you.

        1. Mohammed,
          If you join a free zone company, you will not have labour ban as it is not applicable in free zones.

  223. Dear Deepak ,

    Company was told to me give a resignation i was resigned on 2-05-2014, they told to me will arrange NOC,now i got a another job but now they are not giving NOC ,What i have to do now? on 9-05-2014 i was signed on cancel papers at my head office My designation was General electrical engineer, is there any possibilities for 6 months Ban ? my labour card starting date:may 11,2014,my visa starting date:may 26,2014 what is the solution now? new company told to me to take noc and request to remove if any auto ban 0n your visa

  224. Hi Deepak,

    Currently I am working for a LLC company in Dubai from past two months. I have a 2 year visa from the company. Now I am thinking of resigning from my job and want to go back to India. Do I have to pay anything to the company. If yes so how much approx…..

  225. Dear Deepak,
    I am under unlimited contract and company did not give me labor card only emirates ID.. I’m working for 8 months and I want to resign because of salary issues.. If they will give me NOC will I get a labor ban?

  226. Hi Deepak,

    I am working in a Construction Company in Dubai under Unlimited Contract. I have completed 15months now. My qualification is only SSC. (10th Class). Now that I do not like the working atmosphere here & want to move to other company where I can get 12000 dhs minimum. I would like to know is Ban applicable for me? If no then do I have to approach the MOL after cancellation of Current Visa & before departure for Re-Entry? Also Can u plz tell me that Is there any Number from MOL to enquire about Visa & Ban Status.

    Eagarly Waiting for Your Reply.

  227. Hi deepak

    I have completed 1 year and 8 months in my current company.. Now i got a job offer from a new company.. I have a plan to move there.. I am a MBA holder.. But I do not have original certificate. its not get yet from my university..I have only provisional certificate ..So how to avoid ban.?!

    1. Nikhil,
      Request you to read the article again: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  228. Hi, I am working in a LLC company and the company has provided me 2 years working visa. Now only two months has become and I am facing medical issues. Can I leave the company want to go back to India.

    1. Allwyn,
      If you are not able to perform your duties as required, it is better to resign and leave.

      1. Deepak, I have decided to leave the job but just worried. If I am leaving the job and giving the medical reason to the company, will I have to pay the company any compensation before resigning.

          1. Hi Deepak,

            As I had mentioned before that I want to leave my current company and want to go back to India. I had asked you about any compensation I have to pay or not and u had replied no if it is a unlimited contract and if limited contract than yes.

            I read the Limited contract law however I was not able to understand. Can u explain me what do you mean by the below sentence
            “If you resign under limited contract without completing your contract term, your employer may impose a ONE YEAR ban. In addition to this the as per UAE Labour Law provisions, the employee will have to pay half of 3 months’ early termination compensation to the employer. “

  229. Dear Deepak,

    I am a post grad professional , working for a consultancy firm . I just want to ask if employer terminates the contract , then is there any ban on employee??

    My employer is looking to downsize their business and may be asked all employees to leave the company.

    Please reply , Thanks.

  230. Hi,

    I am working in an LLC from last 14 months with unlimited contract.My visa is spouse sponsored and having labor card.My current salary is 4000 AED. I got an offer from other company with 7500 AED.I am a postgraduates in Electronics Engineering.If i am changing the job will i attract labor ban or any other way to lift the ban.

    1. Sandhya,
      Post graduates usually do not have labour ban. However, please also check with MOL.

  231. i have done post graduate, i changed job recently but i didnot like, i need to change job and my current salary is 6500,if i change i will get ban ….pls give me reply…

    1. Sri,
      Post graduates usually do not face labour ban. However, please check with MOL.

  232. I have 6 months ban (out of which only 2 months are pending to get finished). I got a new job which is offering me AED 5000/- for position of Accountant. I have a bachelor’s Degree. Will my ban will get lifted. Please reply to my query. Please send reply on my email also if possible. Thank You.

      1. my old employer is ready to give me NOC. Will the Ban get revoked.

        Also plz let me know if there is any official NOC letter which is accepted by the MOL. Or we can type it by our self.

        1. Mohammed,
          With NOC, you could avoid labour ban.
          Fon NOC format, please approach a typing centre.

  233. hi sir,am ancy and am working on husband visa.i have completed mtech.am working as electronics engineer for 1 year with my btech degree.i need to change my job.do i have ban for 6 months?do i need NOC if i change my job?

  234. hlo deepak,
    i am working in dubai last 11 months.i have a limited contract .this company not paying salary correctly.i wish to get a better job.what are the possibilities to change comapny without ban.pay cash helps to lift the ban?

    1. Yes, ban is possible for 1 year as it is a limited contract.
      You could file a complaint with MOL for non payment salaries.
      No, you can not lift ban by paying cash.

  235. Deepak,

    I’m always threatened by my employer to have salary deduction and will charge all the mistakes I will incur while I’m here in his company. Plus the one time he told me that I’m stupid which I felt he degraded my self. I fell I’m always working in hell. I’m under limited contract and over 2 months under probationary. I heard from our PRO that I have no contract exist in Labor but I have Emirates ID. Can I use this ground to get out from my employer?

  236. Hi Deepak,

    Really need you advice on my issue. As i am working with llc company and i know if i left company then i will get ban. But i really want to left this bad company. Now i know if i get 5000 salary then i can lift this ban. But what if i resign with reasons like not satisfied and even company is not fulfilling their contract contents. On behalf of that can i lift ban? And i check they put my bachlor degree in MOL for labor contract but i done masters from UK. Still there is something good or i have ro complete 2 yrs

  237. hello sir,
    I m working with a company on commission basis and in my contract latter my salary per month is 1 AED mention now I have got 1 offer with 4750 AED per month and I have my MBA attached degree with me and can u please tell me that whether I have band if I change the job

    1. Syed,
      You could change job and master’s degree holders usually do not have a ban.
      Please also check with MOL.

  238. Dear Deepak,

    I am MAHESH. i am working as a cost controller in dubai,
    on my visa my designation mentioned as archives clerk, my labor contract is unlimited contract, i am a master degree holder with MBA, but i did not attested my certificates. Now i want to resign the job. As i got some information from my friends there will be no ban for the master degree holders is it correct if not if i resigned my job what are the problems i have to face and what is the solution for this. please help me with your kind information.

    I will be very thankful to you.

    best regards

    MAHESH DURGAM

    1. Mahesh,
      usually, master’s degree holders have no ban. It is better to attest the certificate.

  239. Hi Deepak,

    Just want to ask if what are the requirements to lift the ban?

    I am working for my company for eleven months only since I am receiving my salary late I decided to look for another job. Now I got an offer 5,000 salary. My question is, can i demand a NOC to my previous company? and if ever the ban will be imposed, do i need to pay the fine to lift the ban? and lastly is diploma required in labour? I am a Filipina I have original diploma but my problem is my diploma without red ribbon and stamp of uae.

    Please help me!

    1. Lovely,
      You need to get in touch with MOL.
      I think you should have attested certificate.

  240. Hi Deepak ,

    Hope , you are doing well.

    If the employee want to join other company ( competitor of current company ) located in Dubai Internet City and currently also employed in the company located in Dubai Internet City and worked for more than 3 years , is there any legal implication ? Can the current company will be able to do anything legally to stop the employee joining the competitor in same area ? Is there any legal process/ procedure there which can be used by current employer to stop his employee joining their competitor in DIC / Dubai Media City area ? What are the legal rights for employee in such condition / situation ? Is employer having rights to hold the employee even after employee serve the notice period given in the writing ? Does employee has right to leave after serving notice period which is given in writing and employer didn’t accept resignation latter ?
    Do the employee legally obliged to tell the current employer about the name of the company where employee will be joining ?

    Would you be able to send me all above details on my email ?

    I really appreciate for your great support.

    Thanks

    1. Jp,
      I do not see any problem in joining a competitor within DIC!
      Yes, you could leave after notice period.
      The employer will get to know the name of your new company through the visa transfer form.

  241. good day sir/madam,how about my case the restaurant that i am working before is already close and they give me N,O,C(no objection certificate)but when the time comes i request for the lifting of my banned,it is possible the labor ministry will cancelled my 6 months banned..i am working for the period of 8 months in that restaurant.what would be the best thing to do.?thank you so much.

    1. Reagan,
      I think yes, if you have NOC, you could avoid 6 month ban.
      But that decision will require MOL approval.

  242. Hi Deepak,

    there are four conditions to lift the ban..
    5000
    7000
    &
    12000 with graduation.

    and NOC letter…

    if next company giving 7k on salary contract and giving designation key accounts manager and total salary 12k… for switching to new job should i need NOC or not to avoid the ban…?

    and all these four above given condition should be full filled to avoid the ban or only full fill one condition avoid the ban of labor?

    Regards,

    mohsin

    1. Mohsin,
      I do not think in such case you will require NOC.
      However, if you get it well and good.

      1. hi deepak, just want to ask if NOC alone is enough to lift the ban?
        and how will you know if your visa is transferrable or not?

        here’s my case. I worked for my company for two months only and my manager terminated me after two months ( that is within the probationary period ) My question is, can i demand a NOC to my previous company? and if ever the ban will be imposed, do i need to pay the fine to lift the ban? and lastly

        2. How can i know if i have a transferable visa or not.

        thank you i advance for your answer..

        1. Jhun,
          That decision is based on MOL.
          Your PRO will know whether the visa can be transferred or not.

      2. but sir they are close the restaurant is closed,is there any chance that this reason will honored of the ministry of labor,i find already a new job but not in the free-zone company.

        1. Reagan,
          You should provide your entire case to MOL and they may consider removing the labour ban for you.

  243. Dear Deepak,

    I am working in a LLC Company in Dubai for last 10 months. My salary is aed 7,000 and I am getting a Job offer from a Free Zone Company in Hamriyah at a salary of aed 8,500. I am a B.Com Graduate.

    Will I also be banned from ministry of Labour (automatic ban for 6 months)

    Are their any exemptions for employees moving from LLC to Free Zone.

    Could you pls advise.

    Thanks!

    1. Shivangi,
      You will face labour ban.
      However, this ban is not applicable in free zones.

      1. Hi Deepak,

        Thanks a lot for your response.

        However, just want a little clarification… does it mean that I can join this company at Hamriyah Free Zone and I would be able to move hassle-free without any sort of Ban.

        Also, pls advise if my current employer can put a ban on me if i am moving to free zone or if that ban can’t restrict me legally to move in free zone.

        Plsd to have your reply.

        Thanks!

        1. Shivangi,
          IF you are moving from or to a free zone, labour ban is not applicable.

  244. I am currently employed in a private company since November 26, 2014 here in Abu Dhabi as Office Clerk General (written in labor contract) and having AED 5,000 total salary my visa is under my husband. I want to resign since I always get my salary late if I get a new offer. Will there be an automatic ban even if my residence visa under my husband as sponsor.

    1. Marilou,
      yes, there will be automatic ban even if you are under husband visa.

  245. Hi Mr. Deepak, first of all thanks for providing help to all the people for their concerns.

    Please guide, if my Employers fired me on spot with saying a sorry and with no reason, in fact the reason is! he cannot afford my salary. Also asks me to find a new job and he shall give me NOC if I find a new job. No matter if salary is less or more than the current one.
    What MOL says for this kind of issues?
    BTW – I am Bachelor’s Degree Holder and having a Sales Executive status.
    Thanks in anticipation

    1. JBR,
      If it is an amicable resolution, it is better to move on.
      With NOC, you will be able to avoid labour ban.

  246. Im still probitionary for unli contract. I dont like the job. Im done with my
    i already have my visa. I wanted to resign. I have bachelors degree and my current salary is 2500 AED.
    If I will find a new job in freezone and it will be more that 2500.. Will I still get the ban?

    1. Same situation here. Same salary, Bachelors degree holder and in the probationary period. Dont like the job (company) for many reasons, non professional attitude of the company and salaries given late all the time etc. Pls respond in detail about the possible ways to lift the labor ban and also the Immigration ban which the sponsor imposes.

  247. I am working in Abu Dhabi with Abu Dhabi visa as Sales representative, my salary is 8k. I’m being offered 9K from Dubai and the new company is under freezone. Will I face ban?

    1. Zu,
      requesting you to read the article again: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

    1. Junaid,
      You can mention to labour not to impose ban on you.
      You will have 30 day grace period.

  248. Hello. I just resigned from my company which my contract is LIMITED. I base my last working day on the expiry date of my Labor Card which is 24 April. The duration of my contract is till 17th May 2015. As of today probably they are on the process of cancelling my Residence Visa. I saw on the electronic application for cancellation of Labor Card that a note that no work permit will be issued till 6 months of cancellation. As I understood this ban from the system of MOL. Want to ask if I will be banned for 6 months since I did not finish till 17 may or it is the labor card 24 april that they will follow. Please advise

    1. HB,
      Not too sure about this.
      But if you complete your contract, there should not be ban.

      1. In case there will be an automatic ban for me, there will be a way to appeal so that the automatic ban will be erased from the MOL system right?
        I think it is the work permit expiry or the labor card expiry date they will follow as it was basically what they will see in their system and not the contract unless my former company complains or put me an additional ban for another 6 month for not finishing the duration of the contract which they did not do. Anyhow I am still optimistic that I will not get banned

        1. HB,
          I am not aware whether you could pay to avoid the ban!
          Yes, labour card expiry will be followed.

  249. hi. am a high school diploma , i got a job as a cleaner in Al AIN rehabilitation center for the disable , SALARY ONLY 1000AED. i have worked for three months now ,still under probation period, honestly the living and working conditions are very bad, i wish to resign from this Job and besides i ANOTHER JOB with salary 1700AED, I WISH TO RESIGN FOR THE NEW JOB. IS IT POSIBLE THAT I HAVE BAN IF I TRY TO RESIGN FORM MY PRESENT JOB?PLEASE HELP ADVICE ME

  250. helo
    I am junaid. I am a mba holder.me and my brother start a cafeteria here in dubai last year.My visa on that cafeteria.Due to less profit we closed the shop.Now am searching for another job..2 months over.i didnt get any job offers.Today am going to cancel my visa.because we sold the cafeteria.So new party want to take a visa for another person insted of me. I know we can avoid ban based on the new job offering company and their offer letter.but without job how can i.
    so only coming 30 days for me here. My question is ban cancellation procedure should do the time of visa cancelation or before leaving the country?

    1. Junaid,
      It’s your own company and visa; then why is the ban? I do not think there is a ban for you.
      You need to check with MOL. Was yours an employee visa?

  251. Hi Sir

    have a great day, I was working in LLC company with 2 years contract Visa, having salary 2300, while i am working into respected company at almost 10 months and suddenly the company i work with they closed.

    #can you help me if what will i do? im still going to labor law or not?

    1. Nhatz,
      Your company needs to cancel your visa and labour contract.
      You may face trouble if you find another job and your old visa can not be cancelled!!

    2. IAM WORKING PASS 4 MONTH IN A LLC COMPANY AS DRIVER.IAM SSSLC PASS ONLY .I GET HOW MANY MONTH BAN PLS ADVICE ME

      \REGARDS
      suresh

      1. Suresh,
        You will face 6 month ban under unlimited contract and 1 year under limited contract.
        Read:
        http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  252. Dear Deepak,

    Thank you for answering all our questions, it is really nice of you.
    Could you please help me get a definitive answer to my situation. I am an European citizen holding a bachelors degree and have been working for a private company (not free zone) for 2 months now and just did my medical test but don’t have emirates ID and I did not sign the labor contract to receive labor card yet. I understand that since I entered on my company employment visa the 6 months ban will automatically be applied.
    My question is, If find another job within the next month that offers me 12K salary and my current employer gives me an NOC can my new employer use my bachelors degree to lift the ban even though my ex employer used the same degree to apply for my current visa ?
    Please advise..Thank you

    1. Georges,
      How is it that you have done medical test without signing the labour contract?
      Yes, with 12K salary and above you could avoid labour ban.

  253. Dear Deepak
    You are Doing a great Job, all the answers for an expat in UAE….Keep going..Good Luck
    I just want to clarify some Doubts I have about Ban/Job Change ,Hope you will Advise
    I am an MBA in HR& Marketing with 10+ years experience in HR& Marketing in Top MNCs in India, recently I came to UAE and joined in an LLC company for 3000AED as a secretary(Don’t ask why )Please clarify my questions in your convenient Time
    Intro
    • Dubai Visa
    • Job in visa as “Secretary”
    • Working in a construction company as Office administratior -Abudhabi branch for last 5 months
    • Salary-AED 3000
    Questions
    • Can I change Job without ban -other than freezone or Govt-If yes what should be the minimum salary
    • By paying any fees can I lift my Ban
    • Is there any option to get a job without Ban in UAE?
    • Whwn I contacted Mol they told me I have to get 4000 AED for avoiding Ban –Is that True
    Reason for thinking JOB Change
    • No Family visa
    • Company won’t give NOC for License
    • No Carreer Growth
    • Low Pay
    • Thinking of Bringing my wife for finding Her a Job

    1. Harikrishnan,
      Yes ban is applicable.
      If MOL has confirmed something, you should listen to them.

  254. Dear Deepak,
    I am an MBA Graduate from India,I have 10 years of experience in MNCs in india, Now I am working in a L.L.C company for the last 6 months in Abu Dhabi(actually my visa is Dubai),In my visa my designation is posted as Secretary In Unlimited Contract-with 3000 AED salary,If i tried to change my job will i get a ban?If i get What are the ways i can lift Ban ?what is the minimum salary requirement for avoiding Ban.Is it good to change job before one year.

  255. I was working for an IT Free zone company until July 2010. I left Dubai without cancelling visa due to personal reasons. After my exit, I have informed my employer about my resignation and that led to misunderstanding between me and my employer. My employer informed me that they are going to impose lifetime ban from entering UAE and other middle east countries.

    I properly closed my credit card account and have no debt with anyone. I have returned all company items to my manager. I have cleared all my remaining cash from bank account but I did not close it.

    At present I am working in a neighboring gulf country and curious to know if I am eligible to work again in UAE or any expected immigration issue I may experience if I try to enter again?

    Is there any way to find out if I am eligible to work or visit UAE again?

    Thank you in advance for your guidance.

    1. Anzar,
      I do not know of any way other than contacting the respective authorities.

  256. Hi Deepak,

    I want to break the contract, because my salary was always delayed. If I find a job in government company will my ban will be lifted?

  257. Hello,

    I currently hold a freezone visa and have only worked in this company for 4 months. if I leave or want to switch to another freezone company or not freezone, will I be getting a ban?

    I hold a bachelor’s degree.

    Thank you. Looking forward to your response. 🙂

    1. Hasan,
      Don’t know which free zone you work currently.
      If you switch outside free zone, you have no ban.
      However, certain freezones have rules regarding ban.

  258. Dear deepak

    i am working in a LLC REGISTER COMPANY …I GOT MY JOB AT DEC 2014 .I DINT COMPLETE MY SIX MONTHS PROBATION PERIOD .BUT I GOT NEW JOB IN FREEZONE COMPANY.. MY BASIC SALARY IS 1000 DHS ONLY ..BUT MY NEW EMPLOYER IS READY TO GIVE ME 1800 DHS,,,SO IS THERE ANY BAN FOR ME OR NOT?

    1. Kalithasan,
      No, if you join you will not have labour ban as free zone companies do not have labour ban.

  259. hi sir i,m working in a company last 6 months and company not giving me salary and i complaint in mol dubai if cenceled from mol so will be ban or no

  260. Hi Deepak,

    Hope u can help me in this. A big issue as if i am trapped.
    Company i got selected for, sent me service visa for 90 days on 14-july-2014 and not employment visa. After 3 months they extended the same visa and after 6 months i went for exit and came back and got my employment visa on 10th march, 2015 which says, my actual year will be counted from march 2015 and not july 2014 and also my employment is improper, like designation is of worker and whereas i am working as ccr and admin . Now company says they wl change my designation which wud tk around 2 months as my certificate attestation is required.

    I am planning to quit after a year dats july 2015 as per the day i came . I m thinking , let my company change designation first and den i wl resign wd notice period if they require. Is it a correct decision. If you have anything else to say please do share. M damn confused and stressed. I also want to know the procedure for designation change, how is it done and how money it requires. wl they charge anythng frm me.

    1. Mona,
      Designation on visa is not a big deal unless you want to sponsor someone.
      You really should not bother with this.
      The designation change is done at the immigration with typing a specific form.

  261. Hi, Architect working for 3 months, unlimited contract. highly dissatisfied with work atmosphere. Do i get a ban for quiting since its under probationary period. Employer has mentioned probationary period as under labour law but not mentioned period.

      1. Dear Deepak, is my salary and designation not enough to avoid ban?
        Designation Architect engineer salary 7000 AED

        1. Abdul,
          Unfortunately no.
          But, engineers are exempt in certain categories for ban. Please check with MOL.

  262. Hi,
    My husband is now employed, and under trainee for 3-5 days his employer already applied for his labor contract. Now, he got a new job offer which the salary is higher than his current work and better benefits. We are not sure if his labor contract is already approved or not, his employer send only the copy of labor contract application from enetwasal with pre-approval. If the printed paper sent to him is only from typing center and the labor contract is not yet approved,We want to know if he will grab the new offer, if he will be banned?

    1. Mona,
      Even if the labour contract is under process, there may be chance to get labour ban.
      It is better to inform the employer not to go ahead with the contract.

  263. Deepak M
    Sir,
    I zeeshan citizan pakistani passport no As5841631 has been proceeded to ERC company dubai on 21 March 2015 entry parmit no 2064164/2015/201 .After arrival to ERC company before my sign on agreement the company has been cancelled my visa due to the reason that unneccessary amendment made in visa by the agent at pakistan and shown the profession office boy instead of labour in visa .Now i am come back to pakistan on 7 April 2015 .I am having education qualification high school diploma (Fsc computer science), experience/knowledge in computer Ms word,excel,access,power point,graphics designing ,networking and safety officer course.Please check and confirm that i am eligible for issue of 2nd time visa or other wise .I do not knowledge about the ban imposed on me for issue of 2nd time visa or not.In case of ban,can i pay the any fine /fee to immigration or any other authority for cancellation the 6 months ban because i am innocent and want to reapply for 2nd time visa before 6 months.
    Thank”s
    Zeeshan(Pakistan)

    1. Zeeshan,
      I can not check whether you have a ban or no.
      Your previous company PRO could check that.

      1. in case of six months ban, please intimate rule/procedure for cancellation the ban because i want to apply for 2nd time visa before completion of six month ban.Also intimate that any payment of fine/fee applicable to immigration or any other authority for cancellation the ban.

        1. Zeeshan,
          There is no way to pay and avoid the ban.
          The labour ban affects only companies under MOL.

  264. hello sir
    my name is john i am working in a company since 6 year completed and renewed my visa last month now i am in new visa 1 month completed. I want change my company because, I got 4000 salary job I am diploma holder , i want to join that company but the problem what i am facing is that ONE YEAR before my company change the company name and sponsorship but TRADE LICENCE AND OWNER IS SAME. and i also worked ONE YEAR after change the name and sponsor, will i get any ban. i had not make any new contract with this company i only signied contract 6 years before, can you help me.

    1. John,
      for your length of service, you should not receive any ban.
      But please also check with MOL.

  265. Dear Deepak,

    I resign from a job during probation period and upon cancellation of labour card I got an automatic 6 month ban. I am on husband visa. I got a new offer but salary below 5000dhs. I have masters degree. Can I lift my ban using my Masters degree certificate?Should it be attested? What is the procedure. Please advise

    Many Thanks in advance

  266. I have completed 1 year 4 months with my current employer. I have a 2 years contract with them, however since i got married I plan to resign this month and shift under Husband visa once visa is cancelled and then look out for a job.
    Please advice will i get a ban in this case n will be able to work once I am under my husband visa.
    Please reply

    1. DZ,
      yes 6 month labour ban is automatic.
      You may change to husband visa, no problem.

  267. Dear Deepak,
    I am a graduate Engineer working with a current salary AED 8K and I joined my present Company in the month of June 2010. Now I got a offer from new Company for AED 9K.
    My first three year visa completed and second two year visa expires on June 2015.
    My present Employer will not give me NOC.
    Can I avoid six months BAN?

  268. Hi,

    i am a MBA holder and working as strategic coordinator cum Admin. Manager for a LLC firm in Indistrial City of Abu Dhabi. now i have finished 1.5 years under my current employer. i am thinking of changing my current job as i am not satisfied with my current employer. will i get a ban if i shift my job?

  269. im on a unlimited contract, if i resign after i completed one year can i still get ban?

    can my husband apply for me husband’s visa even if i get ban?

    1. Dear,
      Ban is automatic.
      Your husband could apply for your visa but labour ban will not be removed.

  270. Great job dear
    Dear Deepak,
    I am currently under the Probabtion Period in Abu Dhabi and my current salary is 3000 AED total but i want to change but this is my first employment visa. I not satisfied with the work and main reason
    is salary.
    I was done 12th collage.
    I was done interior diploma
    i have an other offer from dubai like 5000 AED + Accomo.
    My only question how can i leave this job without having ban and Do i have to get N.O.C if resigns from current company ?
    I need help Please.

  271. Hi Mr.Deepak,

    How could i calculate my dubai experience bcoz my labour card dated on APRIL and my Visa was stamped dated on JUNE month.

    which date i need to start calculate from labour card date or Visa stamped in my passport date ah ?????

    Kindly replay me ?????

  272. Hi Deepak,

    I got an offer letter as HVAC Supervisor in a company based in Sharjah and i joined with the company on 14/04/2015, now the management treating me as a technician and they forced to do the same, I am not interested to continue with this company, when i informed about this to the management they told me to pay the amount of 12000/AED,

    Even they offered me that the Food provided by the company but they are not ready to provide this.

    please advice me……………..

    1. Jeo,
      You need not pay these amounts and it is against the law.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign

  273. Hi, I am currently working in Dubai in a non-free zone on a salary of AED 10,000. I am an accountant but my visa states my profession as an archive clerk. I am on an unlimited contract and currently on a 6 month probation. I have just spent one month in this job. I am getting an offer for AED 16000 from another company also NOT in the free zone. Do you think I would need an NOC from my current employer though I have a salary above AED 12000? Also, my documents are not attested. Do you think that would cause a problem in this case? Look forward to your reply. Also, must mention, I really appreciate the time you are taking to reply to all our questions. Its really very helpful to those who are new to UAE. Thanks a lot. and Keep it up!

  274. dear Deepak am working in hotel apartments from last 7 years but now i want resign. and i will look for new job i want to know that this 6 months ban will be apply on me.

  275. Dear Deepak,

    Hi
    Good Morning !

    My Employment visa was stamped on 20/July/2014
    But my Labour card dated on 28/May/2014

    If i moved to anther company After one year. i will be get BAN in Labour ?

    If YES

    How could i calculated my 1 year experience which date i need to Follow ?

    Labour card date 28/05/2014 OR Visa Stamped date : 20/07/2014

    I’m in Unlimited Contract my visa stamped as Sales Executed

    Could you Please tell me

    1. Deepthi,
      Please submit your listing here: http://emiratesdiary.com/free-listing-job-site

      1. hi deepak
        i work my company for 1year and 7months .they terminated my visa.my previous designation is archive clerk and im under graduate in high school.my salary is 3500dh.i gota new job but less than my salary before.how can i lift the ban.if they are the one terminated i still have ban?if they give me a NOC can i avoid the labour ban?

  276. I am currently working with an company in Dubai on a 5000aed salary for 7months and now have gotten an offer with a hospital as a midwife with diploma certificate on a salary of 6000aed, would want to know if I cancel my current contract with an NOC will I still have a labor ban? Considering the fact that the offered salary isn’t upto the started minimum requirement, and if so will my future visa application be approved? Thanks so much before I make mistakes

    1. Stella,
      Your salary is not enough to avoid ban.
      But if you have an NOC, you could avoid.
      Please consult MOL before taking any decision.

  277. Deepak sir, i have unlimited contract 2 years visa accountant general 4500 salary and i start from 1-1-2013 to now i am working there. in January 2015 they renew my labour card and residence. Now i want to leave the the company.
    1) can 6 month labour ban will apply even i complete more than 2 years?
    2) i have 16 years university degree but if new employer give me 6000 salary then can i submit my matric certificate because i think with matric school certificate need 5000 salary to remove the ban.
    Plz guid

  278. Hi Mr Deepak,

    I am now working in a private company, this is my third year of service under unlimited contract, I wish to get a new job, is the 6 month ban will impose to me ,my third year will end on july 2016.

  279. Dear Deepak ,

    I am a bachelor degree holder,My company is terminating me due to their down turn issues and i am having a limited contract with the current company.. is 6 months labour ban imposed on me? do i have chance to clear the ban and can i do the other job for package which is ohk for me but doesnot not satisfy the labour ministry rules. please help me by giving your precious suggestions and procedure for clearation of ban on me.

    1. Mohammed,
      If you get terminated during your limited contract, you will get remuneration of 3 month salary from your company besides gratuity if you have completed 1 year of service and air ticket.
      There may be a ban. I am not 100% sure though!

  280. Dear Deepak,

    I am working in a freezone company in Ras Al Khaimah. My Contract started from 15-nov-2014. Will there be a ban if i decide to change job.

  281. Dear Deepak,
    I am working with an LLC company in Ajman as graphic designer(Site Supervisor on my Visa).I have 3 months more to complete my 2 Year contract. I am an Engineering Degree Holder & getting 4500 AED as Salary(including all). Now i got a better job offer from a company at umm al quwain as Graphic Designer at a salary of 7000 AED. I cancelled my current Visa ,but my new Visa is rejected that i have a labour ban of 6 months. I can lift the ban only if the new company is offering more than 12000AED. I have NOC from my current sponsor as well. Some of my friends told that labour ban rules are different in Dubai & Northern Emirate,is that true? Kindly advise me as my wife also sponsored by me ,working on different company on their labour card.

    1. Sunil,
      Yes, ban rules could be different in emirates.
      Mostly NOC should help you.

  282. RESPECTED DEEPAK, I AM IN AN EMPLOYMENT VISA IN LABOUR VISA AND ITS BEEN 3 MONTHS I HAVE BEEN STARTED MY JOB VERY FIRST TIME IN UAE,,I AM HAVING NEW OFFER FROM ANOTHER COMPANY SO IS THERE ANY BAN OR IS THERE ANY WAY TO JUMP IN TO THAT COMPANY? PLEASE GUIDE.. THANK YOU

  283. Hi Deepak,

    Good Day

    My Brother join 6months before Frozen Company, now need to change the new job. Company will provide the NOC. Please advise the next step w/o Ban other formalities. Thank you

      1. My Brother working labour, he completed only 6months in this company. Now he get another Job. Company ready to give NOC. Please advise the next step of visa transfer and without Ban, other formalities. Thank you

  284. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I’m here now in Philippines for almost two years caused by a ban due to non compliance of my previous employer by not renewing my working visa.

    Is it possible for me to apply for lifting the ban? I’m willing to pay the penalty charges so I can come back and work again in Dubai.

    If so, how is the process? Thank you so much in advance for your assistance.

    Cherrie, Accountant

  285. Hi deepak,

    Im working as SE in ##########, my contract is 2 yrs under unlimited contract.conpany terminated me because of poor performance.. Can i ask… I would get banned? Can i pay for my banned? Actualy my labour card atated their that it will expired on May 3,2015….. Just only 1 month to go to finish my contract…. What would be the possibility here? Can i pay the remaining month to loft my banned? Or still need to get 5k up salary and free zone companies only? Thank you for your help… Appreciated

    1. Prince,
      Yes, ban is automatic.
      Once it is expired, you will not get a ban. There is one month notice period in case you are terminated. So, ban will not be applicable.

  286. Hi deepak,
    I am currently working in Abu dhabi for the last 2 months for AED 2000. So if I get a better job offer and I take it, will I get a ban?
    I have read from the comment section about post graduates usually don’t get ban and I am an M.tech degree holder but I didn’t find anything in the article “how to lift labour ban” about post grads.

    Is NOC from the present employer is required for job change?

    And does free zone visas don’t have labour bans?
    Thanking You in advance.Your are doing a wonderful job.

    1. Joseph,
      Post graduates usually do not get banned. However, the rules change often.
      NOC will help you in avoiding labour ban.
      Yes, if you get free zone job, you will have no labour ban.

  287. Dear Deepak,

    I was working in a free zone company located in Hamriyah Free Zone, Sharjah. My contract type is unlimited, and is valid for 3 years. Now I completed 2 years, but as per Labor ID it is 23 months. I resigned from the company giving 30 days notice on 01-03-2015 showing my last working day as 01-04-2015. The company didn’t give any response to my resignation. I filed a complaint at Hamriyah Free Zone after 10 days of resignation showing the company is not responding. The observation and scrutiny officer called the PRO and I got the acceptance on my resignation. He told them to settle me before 01-04-2015.

    On 09-04-2015 the company gave me the settlement from the Free zone and I signed the cancellation application. After the settlement they applied to impose 1 year Ban. I asked the employee of Hamriyah free zone visa department regarding the ban. He just asked me about settlement, and regarding the resignation. He told me if you resigned, you will be banned for 1 year. He told me to sign the paper. I was not aware of the rules and regulations.

    Is it legal to ban me when I completed 23 months out of 36 months in an unlimited contract ?

    I have all the documents form the company showing the acceptance of my resignation, Complaint form’s copy, Settlement guidelines from the HFZ department.

    Now the company is forcing me to vacate the accommodation.

    Please help me ….

  288. Mr. Deepak,

    Good day, I am a HAAD licensed nurse working in a LLC company in Abu Dhabi for 6 months now. I am on a LIMITED contract with 2 years expiry. My salary is 3500 AED (basic) and 1500AED (allowances). my salaray is fix, meaning they do not compute for work hours. my current job is an ambulance nurse inside a gas processing plant, I work there 12 hours per day from 7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am and our rotation is 4 days duty and 2 days off. they are not paying overtime.

    Now i have received a new offer from a company in Dubai. they are offering me a salary of 7200AED(basic) and 4800AED(allowance) to do the same job. i realy want to transer to that company but when i inform my present company they told me that they will file a ban against me for 1 year. is there a possibility that the ban can be lifted when i will be transfering to my prospect company?

    please enlighten me. your response will be much appreciated. thank you.

  289. Dear Deepak,

    I have been working in Dubai based IT company as Technical Support Engineer since May 2014. My salary is AED4000. I got an offer from Abu Dhabhi as Pre Sales Engineer and salary is AED7500.

    Just to confirm if i leave my company… i will face labour ban?
    If i get NOC, Can i avoid labour ban ?
    I am MBA Holder but certificate is not attested in passport.

    Thanks

    1. Nayaz,
      Usually post graduates do not face labour ban.
      But you should be sure of that.
      Yes, with NOC, you could avoid labour ban.

  290. Mr. Deepak,

    Good day, I am HAAD licensed Nurse currently working in a LLC company in Abu Dhabi that deploys health workers to remote areas (oil and gas company, contraction sites, off shore rigs) for 6 months now. My current basic salary is 3,500 AED and 1,500 AED allowance. My salary is fix, meaning they do not compute for work hours and does not pay overtime, which is different from what is written on my contract. “overtime will be payed according to UAE labor law”. My first job in this Company was an Ambulance Nurse inside a Gas Processing Plant. I am having a 4 days duty 2 days off schedule and working for 12 hours a day from 7am to 7 pm or 7 pm to 7 am.

    Now i have received a new employment offer from another company as a Nurse also and they are doing the same thing, deploying nurses to sites. but they are offering me a Basic salary of 7,200 AED and allowance of 4,800 AED.

    i realy want to resign. My contract on my present employer is LIMITED for 2 years.

    i know that i will be banned because the company told me that they will file a 1 year ban if i will be resigning. is there a way to get this ban lifted? thank you will appreciate your replay.

    Do you know some people who can help me get through this? thank you.

    1. Romer,
      There is nothing like lifting a ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      Under limited contract, the company could impose ban up to 1 year.
      SO, you need to be careful.

  291. limited contract for two years.ive been working there for 1 year now.Then I have an offer in a government facility now.

    1. Laine,
      Please read and understand: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      If it is labour ban it is not applicable if you join government organisation.

  292. Dear Sir, If I will break my two year contract to transfer to a government facility will I still have labor ban?

  293. Dear Deepak,

    I am currently under the Probabtion Period in Abu Dhabi and my current salary is 2500 AED total but i want to change Note : this is my first employment visa. I not satisfied with the work and main reason salary.

    i have an other offer from Ajman like 5000 AED + Accomo.
    My only question how can i leave this job without having ban both (Company and Labour) and Do i have to get N.O.C if resigns from current company ?

    I need help Please.

  294. Hi Deepak,

    I am a degree holder, I was working in LLC company for pass 21months and my visa is getting expired in 25th june’15, meanwhile i got the job in sharjah so i have submitted my resignation with my employer and after my notice period i am waiting for my visa to be get cancelled.

    My new employer is urging me to join where they agreed to give AED 9000 & designation as “Senior buyer”.

    Should i get ban? or any possibility to avoid ban by paying certain amount?

    Please advise.

    My previous visa reads “OFFICE CLERK” – salary 5k

        1. Yasar,
          As a graduate you will need 12K minimum salary to avoid ban.
          I suggest you obtain an NOC from your employer.

      1. Hi Deepak,

        4 Months Back i joined a Foam company .Proviously they said me to do the official work now they are telling me to work as a foreman . As i had the Master Degree ( MBA ) in Finance and Marketing. Should i get the Ban if i want to change the Job .

        Please Help Me out

  295. Hi Sir,

    I am planning to resign in my recent company, and my boss said i need to pay them of my 45 days salary. Is that possible? I am under unlimited contract and i did not find such thing in my labour contract, that I need to pay them such amount.
    grateful for your reply

    1. Ashley,
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign
      However, I am not sure about any new rules that may have been issued by MOL.

  296. Hi sir,
    I have 16 year education and just join a company in Dubai , this is my first job,
    if i skip my job than how i can avoid ban because i am not happy with my job, my visa is of Sales.
    please tell me my salary is 2500 and on contract my salary is 1000

  297. Hi deepak
    To joint in another company where to submit NOC from taken from the first company and offer letter.can u guide step by step had to get stent in to another job what is the procedure to fulfill in labour office and immigration.I have got offer letter from the another company and not from the present company what to do

  298. Dear sir
    I am working in a cmpny in abudhabi since july 2014.I am having Engineer visa (Unlimited).So I want to know whether i can jump to another cmpny befre 2yr cmpltion ??? If possible wat shud be the new package?

    1. Sonu,
      No one could stop you from jumping!
      But be sure to meet the criteria to avoid ban as mentioned in the article.

  299. HI DEEPAK

    TO JOINT IN ANOTHER COMPANY WHERE TO SUBMIT NOC FROM THE FIRST COMPANY AND OFFER LETTER.CAN U GUIDE STEP BY STEP HOW TO GET STENT IN TO ANOTHER JOB WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE TO FULLFILL IN LABOR OFFICE AND IMMIGRATION.I HAVE GOT OFFER LETTER FROM ANOTHER COMPANY AND NOC FROM THE PRESENT COMPANY NOW WHAT TO DO?

    1. Jinu,
      Your PRO should guide you. I do not know exactly the steps and don’t want to confuse you!

  300. Dear Senior,

    Mostly respected to all of you.I need your advice my visa is ordinary labor while my education is MBA(HR) and i have experience holder person my degree is also attested i need to switch …..can i have bear any ban or not … Please let me know

    1. Faizy,
      For post graduates there is usually no labour ban. However, you will need to check with the MOL.

  301. Mr. Deepak,

    Right now I have salary of 6500/- with Visa of Follow up clerk . but by profession I m Chartered Accountant

    Now I have offer of 10,000/- from new employer. will I get labour ban of 6 month if I will give my CA Degree Attested certificate then or I have to give my Bachelors Certificate to avoid Labour ban.

    Please advise.

    1. Hardik,
      I don’t think professionals like you will have a labour ban.
      With bachelor’s degree you will need 12K min salary to avoid labour ban.
      Please talk to MOL.

  302. Hi Deepak

    I’m an MBA graduate and working in a IT company as Business development executive and my current salary is 4500(unlimited contract) and I’ve got an offer as BDM with 6500 salary, Will I get a labor ban if I resign ?

    1. Hiranmayi,
      I don’t think for your qualification you will receive labour ban.
      but also please check with the MOL.

  303. RESPECTED DEEPAK,
    I AM CURRENTLY WORKING IN DUBAI AS STAFF NURSE, AND BEEN FINISH MY 1 AND HALF YEAR,,THIS IS MY FIRST JOB IN UAE..I HAVE 2500 SALARY..MY NEW JOB IS IN ABU DHABI AND THEY OFFERING ME 6500 SALARY SO IF I WILL GET NOC FROM MY CURRENT EMPLOYER THEN I CAN AVOID 6 MONTHS LABOR BAN OR NOT ? IS THERE ANY WAY TO AVOIDE IT ?

    -THANK YOU.

  304. Hi Deepak Sir. im working in trading company as a Delivery DRIVER i have Employ visa my salary was 2300 Basic. i was join from 07/09/2013 till 17/02/2015 was my last day . i have 8th class certificate. please help me to remove ban. my new company offering 4000 Basic salary for driver Job. Please Help me SIR

    1. Khalil,
      I am not sure for your qualification whether there will be labour ban or no!
      Please call MOL and enquire. I don’t think you will have labour ban.

  305. i get a job offer in dubai in banking sector through outsources company . my question is can outsource company check my all creditional , degrees , experince letter from my home country ? i give afake experince letter due to my previous emplyer does not issue me experince letter. i am worried about this .

  306. Hello Deepak,
    I would like to ask i’m working here in LLC company in Dubai since September 2014 upto now, and i’m planning to transfer to a another company. my salary from my previous job is 5000 AED. and the new company i planned to transfer offered me 7000 AED. What are the consequences? Am i still receiving a ban and will it be lifted? I’m holding a engineer visa

    1. Aamir,
      Depends on your qualification!
      Read the post again carefully:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  307. Dear Deepak,
    I was appointed as a marketing executive here in a private company
    I joined January 27 2014 but I got the visa stamp last June 2014 then I was offered a salary of 3000 but when I got my labor contract it was mentioned that my salary is 7500. Monthly Im getting 3,000 as what they have offered me. And now I want to change to different company whos willing to offer me 6000 salary. I need your advice.

    1)Will I get a labour ban on this?
    2)What will I do to avoid the ban?
    3)How much salary should I require on the future company?

    1. Mary,
      1. What is your qualification? Read article again.
      2. Again, read the post.
      3. What for? Read the post carefully!

  308. Dear Deepak,
    Seek your immediate expert opinion in my case. I have got high school certificate and was working as ‘Field Investigator’ on monthly salary of 4500 Aed (Plus incentives amount was additional) with Mashreq Bank which is a private entity from last 18 Months on limited contract period (Limited contract validity is 2 years). After 18 months the bank has terminated me based on my negative performance.

    Now I have received another job offer for some private company offering me salary of 4000 Aed and incentives, knowing the fact that as compared to the previous salary current package is lesser.

    First question is that if my current employer gives me NOC to move to new employer which what they promised to give me, so MOL can still implement a 6 months ban on me or not because the offered salary is lesser than what I was getting paid?

    Secondly in case, they don’t give me NOC my new employer is telling me we can get your ban lifted by paying some money as well (About what I want to know is there such a process as well to avoid ban)?

    1. Shahzaib,
      1. if you have NOC, you could avoid labour ban.
      2. There is nothing like this!

  309. Hi Deepak, I have a Diploma and A degree in computer science and I have searched fro a job for months and landed on notthing than a cleaner and a Helper in a meat shop. I started working on 15th Jan,2015 and this job is killing me gradually. The salary is AED 900 and I have not signed any contract with the company yet as i have asked them serveral times but all they say is wait. Now i want to quit look for a new job, will this attract a Ban and how do I avoid this Ban. Please Help

    1. Sorry to hear about your sad state.
      I understand the kind of sacrifice you have made. Reminded me about my initial employment days. But were nothing like yours being well qualified.
      IF you resign, you will get a labour ban.
      TO avoid ban, read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  310. Im working as a food handler in a small stall and my salary is 1800aed. Sad to say but my boos decide to close our branch to minimize the lost, he told me he will not cancel my visa so I can look for another job but I just want to know if I will have a ban? I did not resign to my job, it’s my boss decision to shut down the business and as I read this article I will have a labor ban. Is there anything I can do aside from looking a job which is 5000aed. Im only working here for almost 10 months. Kindly give me information or guide.

    1. Elmer,
      You could ask your boss for NOC. This way you could avoid labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  311. Hi Sir Deepak,

    I just want to ask regarding ban Iam Currently working 10 months assistant accountant in the company and my salary here is 2700 ..
    1. I want to transfer to the new company the offer is 7,000 Junior accountant position I graduated with bachelors degree will i be banned?
    2. If my employer will give NOC will i get banned?

    1. Jin,
      1. Yes. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      2. With NOC, you could avoid labour ban.

  312. dear Sir,
    I have been working for current company for the last 1.7 years for a salary of 5900 aed . recently i have changed my labor contract and the company renewed it as unlimited contract. now i got a new offer from an competitor company with more than 7000 Aed salary.i am having a diploma certificate. my new company pro told me they can lift my 6 months labor ban. but i heard that the current company owner can recommend on labor to implement a one year ban on me. is it applicable to me ? as i have completed my one month notice period after giving written resignation.

    1. Muneer,
      Under unlimited contract, I don’t think there is a 1 year ban.

  313. Hi,

    I’m working with company for 6 months – although my visa was processed a month ago only.

    I got offered other job which pays me 13,000 – I also hold degree. Will I get visa ban?

    I could possibly get a NOC too.

  314. Dear Deepak,

    1)I am working in a trading company getting salary AED 5000 and my profession mentioned on my visa is “Sales Representative” .Completed 1.3 years in that company. I am a Mechanical Engineer. If my new company is ready to give me same AED 5000 salary. Is there any ban, if I use my attested high scool certificate instead of degree certificate..?
    2)If ban is valid in this condition. it can be lifted, if company is willing to give NOC…?(because the company is going to close itself).
    3)If i get NOC from my present company and my new company is ready to give AED4500 (means less than 5000 AED). In this condition ban is valid or not…?

    1. Stalin,
      1. Yes, you will face automatic labour ban.
      2. Yes, with NOC you could avoid labour ban.
      3. Ban may be lifted. Nothing is conclusive though!

  315. Hi Deepak

    First of all let me appreciate the efforts you are taking to respond to every query and helping others. You are doing a great job.

    Like others I have a query too. I am a BSC, PGDM (MBA) holder sales professional with around 9 years of experience. I have got an offer of 12K AED per month for 1st 6 months and after that 13K from a renowned electronic company based in Dubai.

    My position is Business Development Manager. As per my employer I will get a managerial Visa (not as sales executive). Though I am an MBA, I have got my graduation certificate attested as my MBA is from a private institute which cannot be attested by HRD in India.

    My question is, as I am a graduate (Plus MBA non-attested certificate) with 12000 salary, if I change my Job after 6 months (Probation Period) will I get a ban? I will certainly try to get NOC but what if they don’t give it?

    Please suggest. Thanks.

    Regards
    Anoop

    1. Anoop,
      Your new company should offer you 12K+ salary to avoid any labour ban.

  316. If my company terminating me and not giving me NOC what i can do ?

    Can i claim for that by law because they are breaking contract so ….

  317. Hello Sir, the situation is this one of my friend he is an Engineer he was working in Fujairah for 1 year after that he went for holidays in India and didn’t came back. Now it has been more than 6 month and he want to come here on Visit visa or Employment visa. Can he come in UAE or not on either of the Visas as he didin’t cancel his visa that time.

    Thanks for your reply on my above question.

    I want to ask like can he come on Visit Visa to UAE now or not.

  318. am a registered nurse and am on husband visa, i started working in the facility last march 2014, and i have resigned now. i have completed 1 year. if am seeking a job in another facility is there any labour ban and if so how i can lift it up?look forward for your reply

  319. I am working in humeriya free zone since 5 months on engineer visa.

    My probation period is 6 months, so , i have left 1 month of probation.

    Now i want to leave company. should i resign before probation period or after ??
    And in either case, Is any labour ban for me???

  320. I am mithin raj, joined in a company a month before in abudhabi.i got a new offer of 7000 aed and i am a diloma holder after higher secondary.my probatonary period is 6 months,in this period if i resign do i have to give notice period of 3 months as per contract? If uae ban is automaticaly imposed the new company can lift by showing the labour contract? my contract is limited contract of 2 years, can my new company can lift ban if i get ban?

    1. Mithin,
      According to your salary and qualifications, you could avoid labour ban.

  321. Hello,
    Just need a little clarification.
    If I am a degree holder earning 3500 now, below would be my options to avoid labour ban (i’m only on my 4th month)?
    1. Look for a work in a free zone (is there salary requirement?)
    2. Look for a govt/semi-govt job (is there salary requirement?)
    3. Look for a job in a private company who’ll pay 5000+, or 12,000+?

  322. good day sir i need an advice that my restaurant get closed and they will cancelled my visa limited visa i been work 14 months and they will give us NOC so i have ban on that terms?

    1. Victor,
      You could avoid the labour ban if you have NOC.
      Read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  323. I am mithin raj, joined in a company a month before in abudhabi.i got a new offer of 7000 aed and i am a diloma holder after higher secondary.my probatonary period is 6 months,in this period if i resign do i have to give notice period of 3 months as per contract? If uae ban is automaticaly imposed the new company can lift by showing the labour contract?

    1. Mithin,
      Under probation you could resign with a day’s notice.
      However, you may face labour ban.
      Read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  324. Dear Deepak,

    I need your help immediately while taking the final decision in my visa cancellation. Actually my company is going to cancel my visa within a couple of days. I got some information from my company PRO, they are going to take visit visa in my name immediately after exiting from UAE to block my new employment visa application. Is there any solutions for this ? Can they take visa in my name ? Please help me…

    1. It is appalling that companies employ such tactics.
      I am not sure what your options are!
      Without your consent, they are not supposed to take any visas.

  325. Hello Sir, the situation is this one of my friend he is an Engineer he was working in Fujairah for 1 year after that he went for holidays in India and didn’t came back. Now it has been more than 6 month and he want to come here on Visit visa or Employment visa. Can he come in UAE or not on either of the Visas as he didin’t cancel his visa that time.

  326. Hi Deepak,

    I am an Civil engineer with Masters degree… My Employer promised me to pay a Salary of 6000 AED and it is mentioned in contract also… But irrespective of that he is now telling that hewill pay 4000 AED for first 6 months… I have found another company, they offers me a salary of 7000 AED, Can I shift to the new company without labour ban? Also what is the procedure to shift ? If my current sponsor doesnt provide me with NOC what should I do… ? Please Hel[…

    1. Riyaz,
      I am not sure about that. You will face labour ban. NOC may help you avoid labour ban.
      Read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Hi Deepak,

        But in one of the previous comments you have mentioned that there is no labour ban for masters degree holders..is it so.. ?

        1. Riyaz,
          There is no hard and fast rule.
          Usually MOL does not impose labour ban on post graduates with proper attested certificates.

  327. Dear Deepak,

    I am planning to change the job. Now I have complete 1.3 year in current company and I got the new job offer .in this case shall I get the labour ban or not.
    I got the offer 6500.
    I have +2 qualifications.
    Your reply will be highly appreciated

    1. Bishwa,
      Considering your salary and qualification, you will face no labour ban.

  328. Hi Deepak,

    If an employee find the company is not right for him in terms of work and office environment and he decided to resign during the three months probation period, can a ban will be apply by MOL or the company? Salary is 12000 basic and 10000 housing total 22000 with ACCA qualification.

    Thank you.

    1. Ahmad,
      You may face ban.
      But I must also say that professionals usually do not have labour ban.
      I am not sure whether ACCA is considered as professional.

  329. Hi Deepak,

    I worked for almost 10 months and the company terminated me a year ago, is it true that I can have a ban for two years because I was about to start in my new job but the company said I have a labor ban that is why they won’t be able to give me the visa.

    Looking forward for your response. thank you.

  330. I am working in a Private company by last 5 months now they are terminating me by low performance i have certificates but not attested… and my company also agree to give me NOC so these 2 thing can be useful for lifting my 6 months labor ban ?

  331. Hi Deepak

    need clarity on the below questions

    1. If i leave the company during probation will i get a ban?
    2. And if i leave by company after probation but before completion of 2 years will i get a ban?
    3. if i complete 2 years and then go into the next year say after 2.6 if i leave the company will i get ban?

    My contract is unlimited
    Designation in visa is Sales Executive
    Certificate attested is MBA

    Just wanted to know these after i read your article.

    1. Karl,
      1. Labour ban is automatic.
      2. Yes.
      3. if you complete your contract, there is no labour ban.

  332. Dear Deepak,

    I am working on an unlimited visa for salary AED 1600 for past 10 months. If I resign, will there be any ban? If I get terminated, will there be any ban? My certificates, diplomas and education credentials are not attested. My visa is limited skilled visa and “sales” is mentioned on my visa paper.

    How can I continue working in Dubai if I resign or get fired by my current employer?

  333. Hi sir,
    I have completed 5 months in a company. I have got an opening in another company. I am a btech engineer. My present company is ready to cancel my visa without ban. My new salary is 4000 aed. Will I receive a labour ban even though I receive a NOC from my company. My new company is ready to take me if I dont get a ban.

    1. James,
      Yes, you will get automatic labour ban.
      With NOC, you could avoid labour ban.

  334. hi Mr. Deepak, do i have ban if my employer terminated me?I just completed 10months, but my visa still not cancelled,,my contract is unlimited,,please reply..

      1. hi Mr.Deepak, so I can just apply in freezone company?because according to my interviewers(not a freezone company), since my current company terminated me, I don’t have a ban, and I can apply to private company, as long as I have NOC..is it true?

        1. Laarni,
          Yes, mostly you will not get labour ban as you were terminated.
          Better to also get NOC.

  335. Hi,

    I completed 1.6 months with my present employer. I am planning to move on to another company.
    My qualification is MBA. currently working a sales executive. if the new company offering below 12000 AED/- (may be 7000-10000) how my case would be.? How can I avoid the ban in this situation. ? kindly advice

  336. HAI DEEPAK,
    DURING OUR PROBATION PERIOD CAN WE QUIT THE CURRENT JOB . ?? IF BAN IS IMPOSED HOW CAN WE LIFT THAT .? (I AM A GRADUATE ENGINEER)..

  337. Hello Deepak Sir,
    how are you?
    my name is Kami, from Jamshedpur India
    i am working with real estate and maintenance company in Abu Dhabi on labor visa for 5 months,

    current status:
    Salary: 1000 AED.
    Designation: Stone mason
    Visa: Unlimited
    and now i am selected in a semi-government company in Jebel Ali area in Dubai,
    they offered salary 3400 AED and they will provide Immigration Visa not labor visa.
    so will i still face 6 month automatic ban?
    if i have NOC (no objection certificate) or not.
    plz can you give appropriate advice?

      1. Deepak Sir,
        Thank you very much for your valuable information.
        its means i don’t NOC from my current employer?

  338. sir,
    I am working in a private sector from last 22 months as maintenance foreman and my visa expire in may 2015. but i want to change my company now. may i get ban ? please advise. i have trade cirtificate.

  339. sir,
    I am working in a private sector from last 22 months as maintenance foreman and my visa expire may. but i want to change my company now. may i get ban ? please advise. i have trade cirtificate.

    1. Alam,
      depends on your qualification, designation and salary.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  340. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    Some of my friends [9 nos ]had taken up a job in Ajman as Helpers for a oil company. The MD of the company used to harass the boys, use foul language even insult them certain times. Despite of all this the boys worked for 21 days and the very next day all the 9 were told to go back to india. The company did not pay their salary and booked their tickets and cancelled their visa and sent them back. In this case what should be done. Even the food that they used to have outside, bill were not settled as the company did not give them the salary. Now the company is asking for the food money – what should be done.

    Please do advise on this.

    Rodrigues

  341. Hi Sir,
    I Hope you are good
    I am Zubair I Have Master Degree I Join LLC Company for the period of 2 years agreement for that salary 1800(AED) per month with accommodation and transportation. They hire me as assistant accountant to me at the time of interview they saw me your position is accountant. I work for 2 days accounts work and I go to India my visit visa has expire after 2 months they send me employment visa and I came to Dubai. I join the job next day they saw to me Zubair your work is marketing outdoor work I am doing the work since almost 15 days is completed to me in company I am not satisfy for job role and Management so I am planning to transfer another company . Kindly please tell me what I can do. Shall I Search for Free Zone Company?
    If the present company give NOC Have any option to search for new job

    1. Will I face a 6 months ban ?

  342. I am Zubair I done MBA. . Past 15 days Back I Joined LLC Company 2 years agreement period. For Salary of 1800AED…With Transport and Accommodation I am not satisfy to work and company management they hire me as accountant but they are collecting marketing out door work I am not satisfy for that work. At the time of interview they saw accountant post. But now they are taking marketing outdoor work what I can do Sir shall I change the job.
    I want to leave the contract, whether I have band? Please advise me how to avoid band?

    Shall I Search In Free Zone Company

    1. Zubair,
      yes you will labour ban.
      Yes, you could search in free zones and you will not have labour ban applicable.

  343. hi
    im working in the restaurant and i finish already my 2 years contract my sallary is 1600 dhs,so right now ive been working 5 months with my new contract.then i was decide to search another job because of less sallary.im just asking you iget any ban for this matter plz reply

    1. Erwin,
      If you have completed your contract, you may have no labour ban.

  344. HI Deepak

    Iam Rahul i worked in free Zone company 2 years and 10 months and December 2014 i changed my job and joined another company which is not in Free Zone but due to some circumstances i want to change as i completed only 3 Months now and i have a other offer in non free zone company so plz tell me can i change or is there any ban on me.

      1. Thanks for your reply deepak , But now iam not joining in free Zone company so is there any ban on me.

        1. Hi Deepak please confirm my above query as iam not working in free zone company i got a offer outside free zone.

      2. hi mr.deepak gud afternoon,

        I have some question maybe you can clarify to me,i am working under unlimited contract now for 3 years in same company,the thing is before my sponsor visa was bustan al khaleej for two years,but after that 2 years when I renew my contract my sposnsor change to almarai but my contaract was the same but my sponsor change,now I am completed 1 year for this new sponsor but actually same company,,,but diffwerent sponsor,my question is if I am going to resign am I get labour ban?

        1. Gerry,
          Yes, you will face labour ban as the company is entirely different.

          1. gud afternoon MR. Deepak

            SIR ACTUALLY IT WAS SAME COMPANY BUT DIFFERENT SPONSOR,BEFORE WE ARE UNLIMITED CONTRACT AND CHANGE TO LIMITED CONTACT,IS STILL I AM HAVING A LOBOUIRV BAN?IS IT POSSIBLE I CAN PAY FOR 6 MONTH BAN TO BE ABLE TRANSFER JOB?WHAT IS THE BEST OPTION?

            1. Gerry,
              You could join free zone company to avoid labour ban.
              Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  345. Hi Mr. Deepak,
    I renewed my unlimited contract 3 weeks ago. I have already finished 2 years contract and renewed because I thought I would not get any other offers. I already finished with the typing centre & medical exams but only waiting for results.
    1. If i transfer to a new company, would I be automatically ban?
    2. How to lift this ban?
    3. Will my current employee ask me to pay the expenses for my renewal? I paid in the typing center but they paid the medical and others but I dont know how much they are.
    4. What other legal implication will I face?
    Thank you.

    1. K,
      1. If your labour approval is obtained, yes, you will have automatic ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      2. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      3. You are not required to pay. http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign
      4. I am not aware of that!

  346. Good Day,
    Hi Deepak,

    my boss close our store in abudhabi last year and he canceled everything including my visa he told me that I can’t transfer to other company because i will be facing a 6 months ban but he give other option he asked me to come with him here in sharjah and he will give me a new visa same sponsor and ban will be lifted. So I was under the impression that it will be a transfer visa only since its same sponsor, so right now I have a new visa here in Sharjah with the same sponsor and i asked my boss to give me copy of my contract he told me he will give it to me, but he did not he always give excuses so what I did I check online in MOL website because a friend of mine told me that I can get a copy . I was shock when I see the new contract its not my signature on it and the basic and allowance is difference although he still give me the original salary every month from the old contract. My question is it legal for him to do that? changing it without my knowledge and using my signature on the contract also If i will transfer JOB will I’ll be hit by the labor ban…

    1. Ben,
      It is totally illegal to do that!!
      You did not sign it and it is a case of forgery.
      You could complain with MOL if you wish. But request them to be anonymous.
      yes, you may face labour ban

  347. HI DEEPAK
    I’ working for my recent company for 4year and 7 months as sales lady jewelry company my contract. is unlimited so I get pregnant when my company knows about my pregnancy they send me termination letter with out any reason and I didn’t do any thing wrong and its difficult to get job now because am 4 month pregnant plz help me what should I do

  348. Good day Deepak,

    I would like to ask i’m working here in dubai since Oct. 16, 2014 upto now, and i’m planning to transfer to a another company. my salary from my previous job is 2,5K AED. and the new company i planned to transfer offered me 3,5K AED. and be informed that the new company is a Free Zone company. What are the consequences? Am i still receiving a ban and will it be lifted? I’m holding a Limited Working Visa

    1. Elsworth,
      If you are joining freezone company you will have no labour ban.

  349. hi sir Deepak how are you.
    Sir i am working in a company since 3 months and today they told me that you are terminated from company because of your performance .
    they said that they are not satisfied from my performance so they terminate my and also they ban me for 6 months
    is it possible because i didn’t leave the company but company terminated me
    please give me solution.

    1. Jehanzaib,
      Please talk to MOL about your situation. They may exempt you from labour ban.

  350. Hi Mr Deepak,
    Needed a guidance from you on the following scenario.
    I m an MBA came to Dubai to work as a sales Manager in a llc company just 6 days back on employment e visa.My salary offered. Is 10k dhs.I have gone through the medical test of X ray and blood test only till now.reports are awaited.Now the company MD is saying that you have a hearing problem and for that they have taken separate test at pvt clinic (which approves the same).The company is cancelling my visa on this ground .
    1.Will I face a 6 months ban
    2.I have another offer from free zone,present co. Is not in free zone.
    3.can I ask/get compensation.
    4.Is there any legal option.

    Pls answer the queries.
    Thanks & Regards.
    Pankaj

    1. Pankaj,
      1. No.
      2. Ok. Even if you have a ban, you will not face in free zone.
      3 No
      4. I don’t think. You have failed the medical requirement!

  351. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    I resign from my company and i got a offer of 6.5k. Previous company gave me 3.5k. 17th of march is my last working day of and company told they will cancel my visa 21st of march. After cancelling my visa 30 days allowed me to stay in dubai. I want to know can i start my work immediately with new company while i am getting my new visa? If i work there in that 30 days while getting my visa, there is any issues? New company HR told me to go my home country and they told they will send the visa. I feel it is a risk. Please help me.

    1. Sadam,
      working without proper documentation is not legal!
      You may do as per your new employer. What risk?

  352. hey Deepak.

    i am currently working in my dads company in sharjah as a civil engineer with 4000 AED as basic salary. I m a post graduate and i got an offer in another company in sharjah with 6500 AED as basic. i completed 1 year and 3 months on my current company if i submit a no objection letter can i avoid the ban or what is the correct way to avoid ban if there is any. i heard u need 12000 AED for post graduate to avoid ban. is that true, is there any solution for this

    with regards,
    Rufus

    1. Rufus,
      NOC from your company should be enough to avoid ban.
      Read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

      1. Dear Sir,

        Thanks a lot for the info. where should i submit the NOC and what is the correct procedure to follow.

        1. Dear sir,

          it seems NOC is not enough for sharjah Visa. is there any other way or any correct measure to follow. because when i ask typist here they are saying i will get ban automatically

  353. Dear Mr Deepak

    Firstly i appreciate your work for the strivers,
    i have one query I am a B.tech Graduate but my Visa is a technician visa & my Current salary is below 5,000 & now i am getting offer for 6000 from other company since i had joined couple of months back, Will ban impose on me?

    Kindly Reply whether the Ban is according to Visa type or Qualification?

    Thanks
    Mohammed

    1. MOhammad,
      Yes, you will have an automatic labour ban.
      Read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  354. HI GOOD-DAY EVERYONE . I WAS WORKING WITH A LLC COMPANY IN ABUDHABI. MY VISA PROFESSION WAS FOLLOW UP CLERK. (LIMITED CONTRACT 2 YEAR) AND THE SALARY WAS 5000 AED. I WORKED FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS THERE. BUT UNFORTUNATELY I HAVE GOT TERMINATED. NOW I HAVE GOT ANOTHER JOB WITH SAME PROFESSION AND SALARY. I SAW THE ARTICLE GIVEN HERE, WHICH SAYS THAT AS PER TO AVOID BAN I NEED TO HAVE 5000 AED AS MY SALARY AND NEED SCHOOL CERTIFICATE. WILL I GET BANNED? CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME THE PROCEDURES AND CRITERIA FOR THE NEW VISA PROCESSING AND TO AVOID BAN WHAT STEPS
    ARE TO BE TAKEN? MY PREVIOUS VISA GOT CANCELLED . DO I NEED TO EXIT AND RETURN UAE FOR THE NEW VISA PROCESSING ?

    I’M WAITING FOR YOUR VALUABLE REPLIES …PLEASEEE

    1. Iyyappan,
      PLease read the article again and understand that labour ban is automatic and can be avoided as per the scenarios provided;as per salary and qualifications.
      Read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  355. I’ve been working here in Abu Dhabi as a receptionist in a gym for more than 4 yrs, this month they have renewed my visa. I’m going on vacation by April and just want to ask if I need an NOC to transfer to another company? Is it OK if i transfer work at April and they just renewed my visa last march? Thanks.

    1. Chris,
      If you have completed your contract, you will not face labour ban.
      I think you could join other companies. Getting NOC is also better.

  356. Dear Deepak,

    I am 10th(SSLC) I am working as a Sales Executive in Dubai; I am getting 7,500/- .Now I am 6 month completed . But now my company planing to terminating me,already I gt the Termination Notice, God grace I gt a new opportunity from another one company, whether I have band? Please advise me how to avoid band? please help…

    1. Niju,
      If your salary is above 5K for your qualification, there will be no ban.

  357. Dear Mr.Deepak

    i’m a nurse working for a company in abudhabi under limited contract for 2 years, my salary is 6000 dhs/month. I have completed my 6 mos probationary period and i’m already working for the company for almost 7 mos. now .The thing is i want to resign because my comp. sucks, and i know i will get a 6 mos ban because my employer will surely not gonna give me a NOC. questions,

    1. do i have to pay anything when i resign because i did’nt finish my contract?
    2. if a govt hospital will hire me will the ban get lifted.? and what if the govt hospital will only offer me 10000 will i get a ban.?

    thanks in advance..

    1. Lia,
      1. NO, read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign
      2. If you get a government job, there will be no labour ban applicable.

    2. Dear Mr. Deepak,

      I am a nurse here in dubai,i join the company last May 2013 and they process my visa August 2013 under Unlimited contract. If i find a new job with 7000 salary with Staff Nurse position,can MOL impose a ban on me if i will give a notice on that i will not renew my Visa on May since i will be 2 yrs on that month already?

        1. It means that i still have a labour ban even im already 2yrs working as a nurse in that company on May?

  358. Dear Deepak
    I am
    1. A Bachelor’s degree graduate.
    2. Working as a Draughtsman under Follow Up clerk Visa (employer didnt ask for my Attested bachelors degree credentials when they process my visa)
    3. With an Unlimited Contract (2 years )expiring on NOV 2015(16months completed)
    4. With a basic salary of 2000
    now i got a new offer letter as a design engineer having 7000,
    so Does my company has the right to ban me if i resigned before completing 2 year,if so what i have to do for lifting the ban
    Please advise

    1. Vishnu,
      yes, labour ban may be automatic.
      Getting NOC will help in your case.

      1. IF SO CAN I LIFT BAN BY PAYING MONEY BECAUSE I DIDNT GET NOC FROM OUR COMPANY

        1. Vishnu,
          ban can not be lifted by paying money.
          You will need to meet certain criteria.
          Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  359. Hello Deepak,

    I have been associated as a Mechanical Engineer in a ship repair company. Recently I have been awarded admission into an UK university for pursuing masters in Management. I have 2 months of work experience in this company and in the company contract it is mentioned that I need to pay AED 10,000 if I leave this company during my fixed contract which is of 3 years. Will I get a labor ban if I resign during my probation period? Please reply.

    1. Rick,
      First of all congratulations on your admissions.
      As long as it is not mentioned in the Labour contract, I don’t think it is valid.
      Labour ban will be applicable automatically.

      1. I had to sign on the company letter head addressing it to the HR manager and in the same letter it is mentioned that the company has all the right to keep my resignation in abeyance and I would have to wait for my replacement. Is it legal to do this in the UAE? Can I complain to the MOL if my resignation is rejected? Please, advice

        1. Rick,
          No, companies can not hold employees beyond the notice period post resignation.
          Yes, you could complain with MOL.

  360. Hello,

    I started working with a Ship Repair company in a Free Zone in December 2014. I was recently admitted into an UK university for pursuing Masters in Management. My probation is for 6 months, if I leave in between will I get a life time ban. I would have to pay AED 10,000 as a compensation if I leave this company before my contract gets over which is for 3 years. Please suggest.

  361. hi,

    Good day.

    I saw your blog post with regards to different dilemmas of expats. Same thing, i would like to ask and verify some questions to u.

    My husband is working for 2 almost years in a construction company as engineer. His Labour card permit will expire on 3-Mar and residence visa on 24-Mar. The company policy and the agreement that he signed is 3 months notice period for resignation.

    Last Feb 1, He had sent his resignation letter to his employer knowing it would run up to 1-May. During this time, the company is trying to counter offer him but he personally decided to move out already. Then came 25-Feb, His employer told him that “we decided to grant your wish” so my husband said “thank u sir”. He thought that instead of 3 months, the company will just have him finish his contract. Unfortunately, on that very day, the employer said that it would be his last day.

    Last 5-Mar, He was asked to sign papers from MOL in which there is Ban for 6 months. Now, He is worried if he has labour ban from MOL because no one can confirm to us with regards to this. Others said that even if you finish your 2 years, it will be automatic as per the MOL system.

    i just want to ask if he is ban already?
    He is in working visa as engineer, If he will move to other company, does he needs to have atleast 12k of salary?

    i hope you can help us.

    thank you and God Bless.

    1. AJCD,
      Professionals like engineers do have labour ban if they do not meet MOL criteria.
      However, getting 12K solves lot of problems. But, if he has finished the contract, the labour ban is not applicable.

  362. I am sort of clear on the ban with respect to changing jobs. But need a few clarifications from you.

    Current job: Sales Manager > travel company
    Current salary: AED 8,000/month
    Highest qualification: Masters Degree
    Contract valid till: April 2016 (unlimited)

    Below are the conditions pertaining to my situation to evade a ban:
    1. New employer has to offer AED 12000/month as salary
    2. Possibility of current employer providing NOC

    Now my new employer is offering me only AED 10,000/month
    If I were to get NOC from my current employer, will I evade the ban?

      1. Thank you Deepak!

        So this means even if I am offered only AED 10000/month by the new employer and if I obtain a NOC from my current employer, I can avoid the ban.

        I am reiterating on this because, your article somewhat conveys the message that the employee should have his new salary as AED 12000/month as a “fundamental clause” whether or not he procures a NOC from his current employer.

        Please clarify.

        1. DJN,
          First of all, please don’t take my word as final!!
          I would like to guide you to my Disclaimer page: http://emiratesdiary.com/disclaimer
          I write out of experience. The information is dynamic and may change time to time!
          I will not be held responsible for your actions. So please!
          You may interpret the message as you wish! I never mentioned about fundamental clauses!!
          Just because that is the first point on the article does not give it added value or as you mention, fundamental!

  363. dear deepak ,

    i was working with a llc company as assistant engineer i came here before 5 months ago because of salary problem i left the company but now i have one year ban i have a job offer of 5000 in this case what i will do
    Please advise me how to avoid band?

    1. Luqman,
      Is the ban related to labour ban?
      If yes, depending on your qualification, you could avoid the ban.
      Please read the post again: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  364. Hello!
    Im from Portugal and my name is Patricia.
    Im currently working in Dubai for an advertising company as a sales person.
    I have a limited contract for 2 years and i have only completed around 5 months, thing is im not really that happy with this job and i had an offer to work in al ain in a showroom, and im really interested, but don’t know what to do as i feel pretty scared to quit y current job.
    Now, my boss told me once that if i wanted to switch jobs i have to pay him 10000…and a ban.
    Its my first time working in UAE i know nothing about laws.
    Pleeeeeeease Mr.Deepak help me and let me know what can i do?

    Many thanks Patricia

    1. Patricia,
      If you break limited contract, you will face definite labour or immigration ban.
      However, you do not need to pay anything to the employer if you quit.
      At this moment, I am afraid that you do not have any choice.
      If you need more details, please contact me. [email protected]

  365. Hi,
    I am working in contracting llc in an engineering visa(limited) . I have completed one year of the contract, so please clarify if there will be a ban if I switch jobs . Somesites states theres is mandatory ban, and current salary is 3k and offered salary for new job is 5k. Please clarify

    1. Mohaideen,
      If you do not complete your contract, there will be labour ban.

  366. Dear Deepak.

    I am working in a company from last 3 years and 5 months. I want to switch my job as I am getting offer from other company almost same what I am getting now. My current salary is 9000 and new offer is 9500. But the question is shall I be banned, as company is having 3 different trade licenses. Hamriyah sharjah Free zone, Dubai and Abu Dhabi respectively. Initially my visa was from Free zone for 3 years but after visa expiry they stamped Dubai visa on that I have only completed 5 months.
    Please clarify, shall I get a ban if yes how to avoid.
    I am only having a higher secondary diploma does that fits in the criteria of having minimum offer of Aed 5000.
    Even there is no chance of Noc from my current employer too.

    Please clarify me and that will be highly appreciable.
    Thanks.
    Adil

    1. Adil,
      from your info, it seems that you will have no labor ban as you are a secondary diploma holder and salary above 5K.

  367. Dear Deepak,

    i was working with a company for last 3 years and 6 months. i have already resigned because i had a better offer from other company.
    but the first three years i was having the visa of free-zone and after 3 years completion the same company having different trade license of Dubai LLC they stamped a new visa which is not from free zone. now i have served only 6 months with my new visa.

    * Please advise shall i be banned because for the new visa i have only completed 6 months even i have completed 3 and half years but with two different trade licenses.
    * I have a certificate of graduation but without attestation, do i need to attest the certificate to avoid ban.
    * i can get even NOC from the company, does that is enough to avoid ban.

    1. Adi,
      1. Yes, since you have only 6 month record at MOL, you will have a labour ban. Request for an NOC from your company.
      2. Attesting will not solve ban issue. You will need minimum 12K salary as a graduate.
      3. yes, NOC will solve the problem.

  368. My work permit for Company A have been approved but i want to cancel my employment to join Company B since i have a better offer.

    Am i going to have a ban? Would Company B can still apply a work permit, visa etc.. for me?

    Note: I did not sign any documents yet from Company A except offer letter. However, I have given them the copy of my passport & attested Educational certificates.

    1. JV,
      From information you have provided that the company has only applied for your Entry permit.
      If they have not applied for labour approval, you will have no labour ban.
      Entry permit can be cancelled by your company.

  369. dear deepak
    i go to dubai on visit nd got the job as a sales executive then i exit on time but when my company apply employment visa immigration authorities reject the application..can u tel me whts the posbl reason behind that rejection nd how i can remove such ban

    1. Irfan,
      Can’t speculate on the reasons for rejections…..Sorry about that!

  370. hello sir,

    let me know, i have bachelor degree. but salary agreement is AED 700/- if i want to change my job, if the new employer offer agreement 5000/-, what will for me? ……. Thanks
    reply must

  371. Hi Deepak,

    im currently working in an LLC company for the past 9 months,

    i have resigned from the current company, as im not satisfied with job and also the employer didnt keep their promise of a salary increment after the completion of probation period.

    now im having an offer from a freezone company in jebel ali.

    will there be a ban for me??

    if yes, what bans i will have??

    looking forward for your reply,

    thanks in advance.
    Robin

  372. Hi,

    i am CA Inter. I am working with a company at AED 2000 p.m since Jan. 2015, now i have an offer of AED 5000 p.m. in an LLC.
    Can I switch to new job without my current employer’s NOC. and will I be banned???

  373. HI,
    I am on a unlimited contract working in dubai based company completed 1 year and 13 days as per joining date.
    My visa got stamped in April 2014.

    For past 8 months, facing the salary issue from the company.
    I have informed CEO on 8th Jan 2015 that I cannot continue with this condition.
    Hence, I will resign by 31st Jan,2015.
    Continue work,
    Then I replied continue if it does not happen then 28th Feb 2015 would be my last working day.
    Said fine, Then I asked shall I give in writing replied no need.

    I received my Dec 2014 salary on 25th Feb 2015.
    I have not taken my annual leave…
    In the month of Jan 2015 I left for my home country for 18 days on an emergency.
    Air ticket also paid by me..

    On 26th Feb 2015 I sent my resignation letter stating that 28th Feb 2015 would be my last working day in the company.
    On 28th feb 2015 I report to the office (saturday).
    Surrender company assets and send mail with attached hands off with the acknowledgment of the receptionist.
    After that called CEO and updated the situation and also asked to check e-mail.
    Said will check with the partner and update, I said I cannot continue anymore.

    Now, they are asking for my passport copy. No idea for what reason they need my passport copy.
    When asked no answer??

    My salary for two months still pending i.e. Jan & Feb 2015.
    Wondering what would be the consequence of ban.
    As I checked with MOL, there would be a six months labour ban which is by default.
    Also said there would be an employment ban.
    Life time ban.
    I am getting worried as my family is depending on me.
    Secondly, I might get a new job soon but they are also providing the labour visa.

    Please advice how to overcome with this issue.
    Need your kind co-operation.

    Thanks & regard.

    1. Mohammad,
      There can be no life time ban! And for what reason?
      There must be a valid reason for lifetime ban. If this is the case, you could approach MOL and file a complaint.
      There may be 6 month labour ban depending on your new salary and qualification.
      I am not sure why they require passport copies!
      Also take proper handover signature when handing over passport for cancellation of visa and labour card.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  374. HI ,

    I am MBA, working in a company of salary of 5k AED and on my husband visa, will get banned if I change the job because it still 2 mth ago I joined.
    My labor card has not issued yet and ither company is giving me 7kAED.

    1. Manish,
      If your labour approval is under process you may face labour ban.
      However, MBA qualified are exempt from ban. However, rules do change. Please inquire with MOL.

  375. Dear Deepak,

    Just a quick question, I just got a job offer its not exactly what I want, should I decide its not a right fit for me and find a better opportunity will I have any bans. The contract is 6 months probation and I can leave without notice. Do you see any problems with me finding a better Job or any bans, I have a Canadian Passport not sure if that makes a difference or not.

    Best Regards,

    1. Brandon,
      What is your profession and salary?
      If your salary is AED 12K and above with a bachelor’s degree, you will have no ban.
      Also if you are a professional degree holder like Doctor, Engineer you may have no labour ban.

      1. Hi Deepak,

        I am an IT professional, I don’t have a degree just a college diploma with various IT certifications. My contact states basic salary of 7k, other allowances 7k. In the eyes of the MOL is my salary 7k or 14k.

        The contact also states 6 month probation, in which time they can let me go or I can leave without notice. Will I get a ban if for example I leave after few months?

        Curious last question, will not having a degree limit me on advancement, promotion or even new job opportunities at higher pay rates. Despite my senior experience in the IT field.

        Best Regards,
        Brandon Heat

        1. Brandon,
          Your total salary will be 14K.
          However, while calculating gratuity and increments, the company will base it on base salary.
          Sometimes higher designations require right qualifications. For ex, if you get managerial positions with higher salary, MOL may request valid degree certificates.

  376. Hello Mr. Deepak,

    I read most of your replies and the above article as well.
    Really appreciate the time you had given.

    I am currently working with a LLC company as an Interior Designer on a Archive Clerk visa (but hold’s a bachelor degree which has not been attested) with a salary of 6k, and basic is 3k also am having Limited contract.

    Am not happy with the work of this company and thinking to switch after completion of an year.
    Just wanted to know –

    1- If i switch after one year is 12k salary the minimum (holding unattested document and a Archive clerk visa) as mentioned in article ?
    2 – Can i change my job if i get an offer of 9k or 10k ?
    3 – There will be no Ban if i get an offer from Free Zone! right ?
    4 – Till now i am having good relations with the company and if i ask for NOC from them will i still get Banned after one year ?
    5 – Is there no way of lifting the Ban :/ ?

    Please Advice, Will be waiting for your reply.
    Thank you 🙂

    1. Ankush,
      1. You will have to attest your certificate. Why don’t you do it now?
      2. You may face labour ban if you change your job with salary below 12K.
      3. Yes, if you join a free zone company there will be no ban.
      4. If you have an NOC, you can avoid labour ban.
      5. There is nothing called lifting ban. You can avoid it!

        Recommended Reading:

      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

      1. Okay will get my Degree attested soon !
        But Deepak i am having a clerk visa not a designers visa and if i search for a job with my degree attested still the Ban will be applied ?

        I think after getting degree attested if i apply somewhere else my new sponsor will get a new visa for me and i belief Ban will not be applied because my designation is changing – Please correct if am wrong.

        Sorry if you find my comment difficult to understand what i mean to say.

        Looking forward for your reply

        Thank you

        1. Ankush,
          Labour ban is automatic, unless you meet requirements as mentioned in the article.

  377. Dear Deepak,

    I wanna hire my housemaid under my resident sponsorship who is employed by a maids agency currently. The agency can’t provide her a NOC. What happens if she quits the agency? Can I hire her after that? How can she avoid any ban?
    Thanks,
    Andreia.

    1. Andreia,
      Sorry, but I have limited knowledge about this. From your query it is understood what kind of visa she is currently on.

  378. Hello, i got 2 years work visa by company, but want to switch in new job, only 1 month complete wid company but don’t want to do work with. If i want to remove my six months ban then how much fine i pay? Plz give me some solution. Thanx

    1. Usman,
      There is no such thing as paying fine.
      6 month labor ban is automatic.
      You could obtain NOC from company.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  379. Dear Deepak,

    My company terminated me after less than 6 months of work in the UAE. MY salary was 18k AED. After 2 months I am returning in the UAE to find a new work. Would I be eligible to work again in case a company may be interested in me even for a lower than AED 18k salary?

    Thanks in advance.

    Ken

  380. Hi Deepak,
    I really appreciate to taking out time and replying to each query genuinely.
    My concern is that I started working for a company that is based in Masdar City Abu Dhabi and they have their local office in dubai. I have an Abu Dhabi VIsa and work in the jabel ali freezone office. No there was a problem in the company due to which they have reduced the salary by 30% and keep on telling me that they would remove me any time.
    So the question I wanted to ask is should I leave the company or wait for them to remove.And will i get 1 month grace period after they remove me to look for jobs

    P.S. I am still under probation period

    Awaiting your reply

    Thanks
    Amit

    1. Amit,
      Under probation, you can be terminated with a day’s notice and no further compensation is required to be paid.

      1. thanks Deepak. But will the visa be cancelled immediately or will I have 1 month to look for jobs ?

        1. Amit,
          It will depend on the company whether they will allow you 30 days or want you to exit immediately.

  381. Dear Deepak,
    good day i have a job offer in an LLC company rightnow,currently i am in LLc i already finished my 2year contract then i renew another 2 year in my second contract i already finished 11 months,,and yesterday i got a new job my question is there any problem for that.

  382. Hi Deeppak,

    Good day!!!
    Give this scenarios:
    1. A Bachelor’s degree graduate. A licensed CPA
    2. Working as an Accountant under Follow Up clerk Visa (employer didnt ask for my Attested bachelors degree credentials when they process my visa)
    3. With an Unlimited Contract (2 years )expiring on Aug 2015
    4. With a salary of 5000 (Increase this year of 200)

    My plan is to no longer renew, and look for a decent and with a higher salary job.

    1. As per our company, I need to send my none renewal letter to them 4 months before my contract ends? IS THIS CORRECT? IS NOT ONLY 1 MONTH TO NOTIFY THEM?

    2. What if my company dont accept my non renewal. And say that will just send me back to my home country instead? CANT I NOT JUST ATTEND THE FLIGHT BOOKED if this happens as they cancelled me?

    3. Can I still have the chance to look for a job after cancellation?

    4. Does my company has the right to ban me once I finished my contract?

    Please advise.

    1. Nicole,
      1. This depends on your contract notice period. Read your contract for the clause of notice period. You don’t have to provide more than this. Usually this is 30 days/1 month.
      2. They can not do that. Once you have provided your resignation letter, they have to accept it.
      3.Yes. You do have a chance.
      4. Once contract is done, you will have no labour ban.

      1. Thanks Deepak,

        Also.. one more thing… we have given increase starting Jan 2015. And per management.. We will give back the total amount of increase received up to the last month of services., once we notify them of non renewal. Is this legal? We didnt sign any memo stating such.. but we are obliged to give back the money.

  383. hi

    am post graduate in m.com I am working as under sales visa I am getting 3,000/- Basic. Since I want change my job and i got new offer as accountant in another company.so I want to break contract, whether I have band? Please advise me how to avoid band?

  384. Hi Deepak, i was terminated by my company last december 2014. BUt up until now they didnt yet cancelled my visa, i am planning to file a complain to labour because there is no legal reason of my termination. Is there a possibility to lift my ban? i only have offer of 4500 and not a freezone company. If i have NOC can i lift my ban?

    1. Jean,
      If you are terminated, there will be no labour ban.
      You can join free zone and even if you have labour ban it is not applicable in free zones.

  385. Hello,

    I am in uae for 2 years limited contract from Apr-14,with a current take home of 5 k i have still not completed a year. now i have an offer from a free zone company which is ready to offer me close to 10 k or more or more once our final metting is fixed.
    my queries are

    1) will i have a ban From MOL as i am under a limited contract.
    2) what will be the notice period because i could not find that in my notice period.
    3) If my employer agrees the resignation as the offer is from a free zone company can i negotiate on Notice period.
    4) do i have to pay some Lieu amount as mentioned in my offer letter

    1. Khan,
      1. You will have labour ban. But it is not applicable in Free zones.
      2. As per your contract.
      3. Depends on your company.
      4. Nothing to pay if you resign.

  386. Hi. I’m an accountant. I’ve been with my current employer for 10 months now. I have an offer from another company. Will i get a ban when i resign now? How can i avoid it?

    Many Thanks.

    1. Unni,
      Yes, You will get a ban.
      To avoid ban, read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  387. Dear sir,

    i left my working place (on 2013 Nov 30)after 6 month of my visa renewal..
    i never came back to UAE. last month i asked my sponsor for my visa cancellation paper to apply good conduct certificate over UAE embassy of my country. bu he refused & email me thta i have broke the employee contract & he will not give me the cancellation paper.. so what should i do to have copy of my cancellation paper ASAP..

    without copy of this cancellation paper i cant apply for good conduct certificate from UAE, because i want to migrate to Australia..

    please reply me ASAP.. am in a big mantally faliue because of this problem

    1. Hansa,
      Only your employer can provide you with this.
      I do not see any other alternative.

      1. he refused to give me that document.
        embassy office on my country is asking me for this document to apply for the police clearance certificate
        please help me…

        1. Hansa,
          I don’t think you have much option but to provide the required documents.

  388. Hi Deepak. I’m a DHA licensed nurse currently working at a home care company for 1 and a half years, contract is 2 years. Now transferring to a hospital in free zone. Will I be ban? Thanks!

  389. hi deepak,
    i am working in a company as an accountant since 2 months, but company is not going good, if it shut down, can i have any ban? at that time what are document i need to take from current employer, please clarify

    1. Nissar,
      If the company is going to close, labour ban is not applicable.

  390. Hi Sir,

    Good Day!

    I am on husband visa and have been working as a Licensed Pharmacist in a private hospital in AUH since last 7 months.I would like to change my job.How can I avoid the ban.The offered salary is 10,000.Kindly advice.

    Thanks,
    Annu

    1. Annu,
      Who is your new employer? If govt or semi govt, you could avoid the labour ban.
      Do you have labour card? Then you will have labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  391. Hello,
    I m working as a high school teaher in dubai and want to break the contract n change the job. I want to change from dubai to sharjah.

    Will changing emirate lift the ban????
    Regards

  392. Dear Deepak,
    I am a graduate , I am working with a company as accountant. But now our company planning to windup. I just finished 8 months in this company. Will I get Ban???

  393. Hello Deepak Sir, I had worked in dubai for 1.5 year in the capacity of senior accountant for an unlimited period, my visa was canceled on 14 dec 2014, before leaving dubai I gave 1 interview, that company approached me again last week had my final interview on skype and got selected on 7000 AED, I send all the necessary documents for VISA processing including my bachelors degree. I received an email yesterday from the new employer that my visa has been rejected on the ground of 6 months labour ban. How can I lift this ban sir, Please advice. Thanks

    1. Usman,
      Hope you have read the articles.
      Read:
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  394. hi i have an unlimited contract and has been working for 1 year now, and my visa shows follow up Clark but i work as kitchen helper. according my contract am suppose to work for 9 hrs but i work for 12 with no paid over time if my company cancel me will i get band? advice me

    1. Romeo,
      I request you to read the article again fully!!
      If you do not complete your contract, you will receive labour ban.
      Regarding over time, ask your company HR for the overtime policy.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/job-tips/calculate-overtime-per-uae-labour-law

  395. Hi Depak
    I am agriculture graduate currently i am working in private company on 2000 AED per month. I am working here since 5 months now i received a better offer of 7000 AED. Can i left my job ? May be My employer give me NOC as well?

  396. Hi Deepak,

    I’m working in a private company under unlimited contract for 7 years now (same company). My employment contract is going to expire on May 2015. Now, I got a better offer from other company and gave a resignation through email the other day but I haven’t heard a feedback yet from my employer regarding the status of my resignation. My question are: Do they have right to hold me? Do I have a ban if I’m not going to finish my contract? Does sending resignation through email is acceptable? I hope you can advise me.

    Thank you.

    1. May,
      Your company has no reason to hold you. You will have no labour ban.
      Better to send a typed and signed letter to your line manager and HR instead of email.

  397. Hi Deepak,

    Currently i am working as Sr. QA/QC engineer with Quality Engineer visa for unlimited period.
    1) I joined my current organisation in Aug 2014 but after that i have some health problem then i went back to india for 3 months. Now again my current employer call me and said if you are fit please come and start your work. In above condition my probation period will be completed?? because I have joined on 11th Aug 2014 and probation is completed on 12th Feb 2015.
    2) I am searching for new job, my current employer giving me 11020 AED per month in that they are deducting 1000 AED for accommodation that means i am getting 10020 AED in hand. Now i have one offer, they are offering me Sr. QHSE Enginner position with the 10000 AED per month.

    Please tell me what kind of ban i will face if i give proper notice for 30 days.

    1. Mahadev,
      1. Can not answer this as I do not know your company probation rules.
      2. What’s the difference in salary. Only you are getting higher designation.
      With regard to ban, read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  398. hello Deepak, I’ve a bit of a situation and really appreciate a response on it. I’d signed an offer letter and gave my passport copy to employer number 1 , for their internal processing.. In a meanwhile i got another offer from another employer with more decent salary and benefits… when i was about to lock that offer, the first employer contacted me and said that they got a visa approval .. now i am not interested in their offer and don’t wanna join them.. they told me that if i am not interested then i’ve to sign some cancellation docs and pay the charges then the visa process will be cancelled.. however if not, then visa will be issued in 3-4 days … Now considering my situation is there any possibility of ban being imposed on me … because i didn’t give them any of my academic credentials.. Please respond to your earliest convenience. thanks

    1. Syed,
      Assuming you have visa(entry permit) you will have no labour ban as your labour approval is not obtained.

  399. Hi! I would like to know if my ban will be lifted if my employer will offer me a 5,500 dhs salary, I have a high school diploma but not attested in the UAE. Thank you.

    1. Ina,
      Ban could be avoided in your situation.
      But please get the certificate attested.

  400. Hi Deepak,
    Hope you are doing good. I have a query with following details:
    1- I have a Bachelor degree (16 years of education) holder from Pakistan
    2- I have 7 year of work experience in Pakistan and have just came to UAE (3 months back).
    3- I am working in a catering company (Head office in Abu Dhabi) as HSE Officer, my visa is of archive clerk. I have an unlimited contract. My job location is Shahama (b/w Abu Dhabi and Dubai)
    4- My salary is total 4500 AED. Out of which basic salary is 3000 AED.

    If I decide to change my job, what are my options?
    Will I be facing a ban, if I resign?

    If employer asks me to leave before completing my 6 months probation period, will there still be a ban?

    If yes, how can I avoid it?

    If ban is applied, where am I allowed to work inside UAE? (like free zones, higher salary employers etc).

    Kindly provide a detailed answer. If additional details are required, let me know.

    Thanks in advance.
    Siraj

    1. Siraj,
      If you decide to change your job, you may face labour ban.
      If employer asks you to leave(termination), mostly there won’t be ban as it is involuntary.
      Read the article again to check how to avoid ban: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      You may work in free zones if you have labour ban.

  401. Hi Mr Deepak,
    I am presently working as an asst hse in novus catering services llc. my visa is under archieve clerk. I need to know three things.

    first of all will there be a ban if I resign. as I have completed only 6 months of tenure.
    if yes, can I lift the ban what is the criteria my present salary is 1500aed .
    thirdly how much I need to pay to lift the ban or else any other option is left out.

    pl advice me.

    regards,

    1. Aby,
      1. Yes, you will face ban.
      2. Read the article again.
      3. You can not pay to lift ban.

  402. HI,
    now working private hospital only 3 months i got new job govt of dubai ,dha any ban came changing time

  403. I’m accountant in an audit firm my salary is 5000 aed but im returning 1000 aed to them. i have limited contract and my position is tax accounting clerk. do i have a ban if i resign in my company. I,m not CPA but im accountant i hold a bachelor of degree.

  404. Hi brother,
    My contract is unlimited contract n I finished jus 2 months of my contract and the employer is harrasing me every now n then using bad language and giving thret because m into accounts he said he wil do something in finance so now I got a offer for 6000 in other company with a different position n currently m getting 3000 and position is archives clerk.so if I change to other company s ther a ban for 6 months. O I can shift easily pls reply soon bro

    1. Preetham,
      Labour ban is inevitable.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      For harassment, you could complain with MOL.

    1. Ayesha,
      You are right.
      Read the article again please.
      Also read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  405. deepak i didnt understand can u explain again plz because most of the people say if i got more tan 5000 opportunity than no ban i am confuse ???? plz clear i am doing credit card sales and i have bachelor degree

  406. Dear Sir.

    I am Doing Job in Engineering Company as a pipe fitter Salry AED 850
    Basic Now i have a offer from one other company can you please tell me i want to tranfer to another company how

    1. Kamran,
      You question is incomplete.
      How long have you been working?
      WHat type of contract do you have?

  407. Mr Deepak,

    Good day!

    I am a CPA with Bachelors Degree working as an accountant for an LLC company in Dubai. Will I have ban if i resign without finishing my limited contract? my visa says that I am a follow up clerk.

    1. JC,
      Professionals will not have labour ban.
      Which visa are you talking about? Old or new?

  408. Hi deepak,
    am working in LLC company in dubai as an electrical engineer past 10 months.last some months they are not paying salary. now i have a plan to join another company with 7500 aed.as per your suggestion, automatic 6 months labour ban will come. but if the new company is ready to lift the ban,is there is any option to pay some amout with company undertaking letter?
    please advise me

    thanks in advanse

    1. Shabeer,
      For non payment salaries you could file complaint with MOL.
      You can not pay money to lift labour ban.
      You could avoid it. Read the article again.

  409. Dear Deepak,

    I’m on my husband’s residence visa and have been working for2 months now for one LLC company. I have salary aed 3,500..but I am a bachelor degree holder. My probation period is six months and I am not satisfied with my current job conditions and want to quit. Will I automatically get 6 month or 1 year labour ban. I don’t have the intention to look for a new job in the next few months. Please help. Thank you in advance!

    1. Tamara,
      Do you have a labour card/labour approval?
      If yes, you will have an automatic ban.

  410. Good morning Deepak. I actually have a lot of questions.
    These are my details
    1. Limited contract: 2 years
    ( Ive been with them for more than a year)

    1. I need to resign for a better position and salary.
    Now, for my position, I am being offered 6,000. That means, I am legit for a ban because the 5,000 is for high school diploma. But, for my position, I think they will be needing my college diploma which is 7000 aed for lifiting the ban. Is the educational documents for Labour or my company? my company doesn’t mind if I use the high school diploma, but will the MOL allow that for such position let’s say Finance Administrative Assistant?

    2.Also, if my current company accepts my resignation, do I still need to ask for an NOC though my future company doesn’t need it?

    Thanks a lot.

    1. Mark,
      1. SInce you have limited contract, having salary will not be enough. You will have ban irrespective of salary.
      2. Under limited contract, you will have ban no matter whether you have NOC or no.

  411. Good Morning Deepak,

    This is Muhammad, I have been working as Finance Controller for LLC company in Abu Dhabi, I have completed three years with them, I have got fired from the company. While signing the cancellation letter I have seen down ” No work permit will be issued for 6 month from the date of cancellation” what does that mean?
    I have an offer from Dubai FZE company. would it affect me in getting the new visa of FZE?

    Many Thanks
    M. Noman

    1. Muhammad,
      That means you will have labour ban.
      But not to worry! Since you have offer from free zone company, you will not have a labour ban.

  412. I joined a LLC company in Dubai in may 2014 now the company is not doing any business and my employer is creating hurdles for me but he is not firing me coz he dont want to pay me three months salary and one ticket to home but i have a offer from one free zone company they do i have to face ban if i shifted from llc to freezone company.

    1. Farhan,
      If you shift to free zone from LLC, labour ban is not applicable.

  413. Hi deepak ,
    I am b tech civil engineer and working with a llc. technical service company on 2000 aed in Al Ain since 1-1-2015 .they are not giving my salery and it is about to expire of two month period and they also do not giving any response on medical. If they do not send me for medical and it expires the two month period is there a fine on me . I have called them many times but no response.kindly reply me on this situation what should i do . Can i join a new company without ban .thanks

  414. my name is ayesha i am doing job for a bank but i am not directly hire in band .i am working through out sorce company i am in sale and my salary is 3500 .if i lift the job with in a 6 month what is the requirement for next job to save my self from ban .

    1. Ayesha,
      Please read the post again carefully.
      There are points covered on how to avoid labour ban.

    2. Mr .Deepak sir,
      i am working as a business development executive in a company. My contract is limited. i completed 3 months only. its a 2 years limited contract . my salary is not getting properly . so i am trying for other jobs. as far as i know i will not get ban if i get 5000 aed from the new employer . but i gave my degree certificate (copy) for taking my current visa. will that be a problem? do i need to exit from UAE for joining a new company?.please give me an answer
      thanks

      1. Raj,
        Irrespective of your new salary, under limited contract you will have ban.
        Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  415. iam fresher working dubai for 8 months. i still not got visa from the current company. they’re going to close the company and will shift me to another company visa. but i’ll not stay long time in that company also. i’ll stay only 3 months in that company. So, is this the right way. please give me any solution or suggestion

    1. Ajay,
      How are you even staying and working in UAE. It is illegal to work without proper documents.
      Can’t suggest what is right or wrong!

  416. Dear Deepak,
    I have worked as a engineer for a company for 7 months under an unlimited contract. For three months, the company has not paid my salary, some pocket money is given from time to time. Finally I submitted my resignation due to non-payment of salary. my question is , is there any ban if i join another company?

    1. Ashu,
      Yes, labour ban will be automatic.
      But you could avoid it.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  417. Hi Deepak,

    Good day!!!

    I am working as an Accountant with a salary of 5000 Aed under Follow Up clerk visa. Will be completing my 2 years under Unlimited contract this August 2015. Given the fact that I will find a job on or before my completion of contract, will I be given an automatic ban or labor ban?

    1. Nicole,
      If you complete your contract, there will be no automatic labour ban.

      1. If contact has been completed and cancelled. What if my current company will book or forced me to back to my home country? Is this legal? Do I have a chance to look for a new job after cancellation? Can I not attend the booked flight?

        1. Nicole,
          That will be illegal on part of your company to force you to renew the contract.
          Yes, of course you have chance to take new job after cancellation.
          Your company may insist on you exiting the country.

  418. Hi Deepak,

    Kudos to the amazing service you rendering to fellow expats. Request your help in solving my query.

    My Details:

    Contract: Limited (2 year)
    Salary: 10,000 aed
    Designation: MBA
    Visa: non-free zone
    Working since: 1 month

    1) Will I get a 6month or 1 year ban or no ban, if I quit before probation and plan to join a new company with salary 12000+ aed?
    2) Will I get a 6month or 1 year ban or no ban, if I quit after probation and plan to join a new company with salary 12000+ aed?
    3) If I get a 1 year ban, can I still work in a free-zone company for 12,000+ aed salary?
    4) If i get a 6 month ban, can I still work in a free-zone company for 12,000+ aed salary?

    Please respond. Thanks in advance bro.

    1. Suraj,
      1. you may not get ban
      2. You may not get a ban considering your new position and salary more than your current salry
      3. if it is an immigration ban you cannot work in freezone
      4. if it is a six months labour ban yes you can work in freezone

      1. Hey brother,

        I was told by someone here that if I quit in probation period, i would not get any ban since the contract starts only after probation. Is that true?

        1. Suraj,
          No rule like that.
          If you have a labour approval, you will get an automatic labour ban definitely.

          1. Hey brother,

            Sorry to trouble you again. I am a bit confused. After reading through other posts and comments, my doubts have increased. Could you answer below questions.

            1) My attestation is done on MBA degree (post graduate). Will i be banned if i leave before completing 2 year limited contract? If yes, 6month labour or 1 year labour or immigration ban?

            2) I heard that if people break a 2-year limited contract, they have to pay 45-days salary back to employer. Is that true?

            Thanks,
            Suraj

            1. Suraj,
              1. Under Limited contract you will have 1 year ban. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
              2. You don’t have to pay any penalty to the employer. There is no such rule. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign

  419. Dear Deepak

    I was working in Hotel witch was under Immigration i resigned and i went to office under Labor my visa was rejected Twice without any reason if i applied for the third time it will get ban or not, and please tell me if i apply for immigration i will get it or not coz i heard its totaly deferent system please ASAP if u can cos im paying Fines
    Thank you so much

    1. Yara,
      Can’t comment whether you will get visa or no.
      Sorry about that!

  420. Hi Deepak,

    I am working in a company for 22 months, they manage to bring me on visit visa to dubai for 1 year, after one year he applied for residence visa. after one month i am completing my one year with residence visa. is there any ban applicable on me.

    Thanks,

    1. Shakeel,
      First of all, how could you work while on visit visa?
      Yes, you will have a ban as officially you have only worked for 1 year while on residence visa.

      1. Hi Deepak,

        Thanks for the information.

        Company bring me on Business visit and company send me other countries on business visit to visit our clients and returning back to dubai on business visit. The ban will be from labour law or from employer.

        Thanks,
        Shakeel

  421. Hi Deepak,

    I am working in Abu dhabi and my 2 years will get complete on October 2015. My family is also under my sponsorship. My qualification is MCA and MBA. Do I change my job without imposing labor ban.
    Please advise.

    Thank you.

    1. Mohd,
      Depends on your salary. Also for post graduates, Labour Ban is not applicable.

  422. i joined my company 3 months before bt i canot do this job any more becz i had back pain can i change my visa to another company? i having post grduation

    1. Eddi,
      Yes, you can change, but you may face labour ban
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  423. Dear Deepak,
    I joined a llc company in aug 2014.it has been almost 7 months now.my probation period completed.my profession drawn on visa is as administrative officer (unlimited contract)and i am a graduate.my situation is that company i am working is not carrying out any business activities for last 1 year.i want to change this company so..and these people are ready to give noc.i want to know that can the 6 months labour ban be lifted with this noc?(if i get a new job….)or else kindly tell me how to lift the ban….

  424. I have completed 2 yrs Agreement in a company Daeyoung EMC. Unfortunately the company got liquidated by court. Then i was transfered to Hyundai (who are the client) after that and they made a new agreement. Now the project is going to complete and Hyundai is planning to cancel my visa and send me home. Will I get a ban in this case. If so Will a NOC from the company save my ban for the next job

    1. Ramesh,
      If the terminate your contract, you will not have a labour ban.
      Ask for an NOC to avoid labour ban.

  425. Deepak,
    I am currently working under limited contract with 4000 AED/month and have completed only 1 year and 3 months.I got a new job offer for 10500 AED. Can the 6 month automatic ban be lifted in my case?
    i am B.Tech graduate.

    1. Vani,
      Don’t think so. You will need 12K salary to avoid labour ban.
      But, for a BTECH graduate, ban may not be imposed.

  426. Hi Deepak

    I am working as PreSales Specialist in LLC earning 8000 AED+ Incentives, I hold an BS Engineering Degree but my visa Job function is Sales, Contract Type unlimited If I want to switch my Job should Ban be imposed on me? if yes How can I liift it?

    1. Nauman,
      Labour ban is possible.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

      1. Hi Deepak,
        I am working as Project Engineer in LLC Company my current Salary is 8000 and now I got an offer from Free Zone company for 11,500/- but my current employer is not leaving me and not issuing NOC would it be any issue? Do I have rights to switch I am willing to give 30 days notice as per contract. If resignation is not accepted and notice period gets over do I have rights to join new job?

        1. Nauman,
          You dont need NOC to join free zone company.
          However, certain free zones do consider if you have labour ban or not.

          Read New Labour Law:
          http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-rules-by-mol-2016
          http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-labour-law-rules-764-2016-standard-offer-letters-and-contracts
          http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/termination-of-contract-under-new-labour-law-rules-2016
          http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/new-uae-labour-law-766-work-permit-granting-approval-and-labour-ban

          1. hi have a good day i have one of my friend he is not completed 2 years now to his first company he is only 5 months now and he want to transfer to another company he can face the ban?

  427. Kindly let me know what is the procedure to change employer without cancelling spouse and child visa.(both are my dependents)
    I got an offer from other bank with salary hike.I don’t want to send my family back to India.Please guide

    1. Joby,
      You will need to place a deposit of 5K per member with immigration and transfer them after you get your visa with the bank.

      1. hello sir! Last December 2014, I got hired here in dubai and worked to a private fmily. I started in December but got terminated early this february 2015. I only worked for them for more than a month. I was terminated with in the 6mos probation period.The company allowed me to find a job for a month until my visa expires on March 7. Do I have a labor ban sir?

        1. Maricel,
          If they terminated you, ask for an NOC. With an NOC, you could avoid labour ban.
          Labour ban is automatic.

  428. I have joined a company on 5th October 2014.
    I want to change the Job as my employer is harassing me and always using bad slang and words on me.

    As i confirmed with labour department they said that I am on a Limited Contract.

    Please confirm that weather m eligible to change the job and should I start searching for it ?

    1. Hemant,
      You need to complain to MOL of your employer’s behaviour.
      You will face labour ban in case you leave your job.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  429. Dear Deepak,
    I am HARPREET singh from india,recently in Dubai as a employment visa .I have diploma in computer engineering and 7year experience in software company. Now here I’m working as a brick mason.my visa agent fraud with me he told me there is a computer job in company but when I talked with company manger .he asked me their is only job like labour work mason,tiles, painter. Now I sign on cancel paper to leave this job.now I don’t know about six months ban is applicable on me or not.I working in this company 3momths.now 4th is started.please advised me about ban.thanks

  430. i am working as a technician and i plan to move another company as a associate engineer i passed mca is it hrd must for certificates

    1. @Deepak
      With due permission, I would like to answer this question.

      @Akram,
      Yes, you should get it attested from the state secretariat (state of the university from where you graduated). You should also get an attestation from MEA and Dubai Embassy but MEA and Dubai Embassy Attestation is not mandatory if you are applying for companies in Freezone.

      P.S: I think Deepak knows better about UAE labor and employment laws.

  431. i am almost 4 months old in my company. and on my first month we receive our salary on time but for consecutive months we are begging on asking when we will be getting it. it was almost 2 months we are not receiving our salary we still can afford to say for 1-2 month but if this thing will continuous to happen we cannot survive.

    I am bachelors degree and i read that i need to find job 12000 aed salary, my question is if we will resign? and look for better job, we are still considering the fact that we are not having good compensation

      1. Hi there, I have a feeling I’m not liked at work and will most likely get fired for no reason at all. If fired, can I still use the higher salary excuse or NOC to rescue me? I want to go ahead and finish the year before I resign with the right time frame notice, but am afraid I don’t have a choice. What should I do?

        Thanks!

        1. Concerned Human Being,
          Yes, with an NOC you will be able to avoid labour ban.
          I do not get the second part of your query!

  432. Dear Deepak,

    Mine is a complicated case. I was employed & Visa by ABC Company & has been working since 2years @ AED 4000/month – however, before joining the company they never asked me for any educational certificate. So, I have been hired at no educational background. After completing 2years – there was a change in management & the new company & visa is named as XXX ABC company. During the visa renewal my company didn’t ask for any edicational certificates & hired me @ AED 5000/month.

    So, I have completed 2years with ABC company & 6months with XXX ABC company. I’m getting a new job offer @ AED 6000/month from a company based in Dubai Silicon Oasis & I have my bachelor’s degree attested from Embassy – Will I get 6month Employment ban ??

    1. Elias,
      DSO is a free zone area and labour ban is not applicable if the company is registered with the free zone.

      1. Thanks for the reply Deepak – highly appreciate that.

        In case, if the new company is not registered with DSO – will I still get Labour ban considering that they hired without any educational certificates.

        Thanks for your reply

        1. Elias,
          I do not think you will have ban in that case.
          It depends on the designation and salary and qualifications.

  433. Hi Mr Deepak,

    My wife is on my sponsorship and have been working in a company for 9000 since two months. Now she got good offer in another company with 11500 dhs salary. She is a Post Graduate.
    will there be a ban if she changes the job now.

    Thanks

  434. Hi Mr Deepak,

    My wife is a Post Graduate and joined a company two months back.
    Now she got job in a good oraginsation with 11500 dhs salary.
    Will she have a ban.
    If yes, can it be lifted

    Thanks

    1. Anil,
      She will need 12K salary to avoid labour ban.
      Or NOC will also work.

  435. Dear,

    Good day to you!

    My brother is currently workng in private company and the nature of their work is Yatch in Marina. He is getting 5000/- salary.

    Currently he is under probation period and by next month he will complete his 6mos.

    Can he transfer to another employer which is also labor not a a freezone company?

    Will he get a banned even they are offering 7000/- salary.

    Thank you so much for your kind help.

    1. Liza,
      If he quits his job, there will be automatic labour ban for 6 months.
      What is his qualification?

      1. Hi Deepak,

        He’s acctually a Captain in Yatch but then the visa tamp written Seaman.

        Thank you for your response dear.

  436. Dear Mr. Deepak

    One of my relative one month before joined here as a assistant electrician, he is ITI holder. after working one month the company still not stamped his visa and now his company don’t have any jobs.. What he should do?? and he is eligible for his monthly pay? or there any visa ban if he change his job..

    kindly confirm..

    1. Saravanan,
      Has his labour approval obtained?
      Yes, he is eligible for salaries as long as he is legally employed.
      Labour ban is automatic in case he wishes to change jobs.

  437. Dear Sir, I am jaison, working in a company22 months unlimited cotract salary 2000 dhs, i get a new offer 5500 aed, i have passed 10 th class is their any ban for me?

    1. Jaison,
      I don’t think you will have a labour ban. Better to complete your 2 year contract.

      1. Hi,
        I am having 3 years free zone contract.Holding bachelor degree. Coming feb 20th 2015 my contract going to completed. I got a job in competitor company so iam planning to send mail to my company for not renewing my contract.

        In my Contract Non-competion clause is there…

        My question is whether i will able to join my competitor company or ban will there…
        If ban is there any option to exclude the ban..

        thanks

        1. Vino,
          Send email and give a physical resignation letter to your line manager and HR.
          I don’t think non-competition clause will have any affect.
          If you complete your contract, there will be no ban.

          1. Hi
            Thank you for the response.
            But in my contract non competition clause, written as during the contract or contract expired..

            Is there any ban because of this…

            Iam getting salary 8000dhm.. new company offer is also around 12000dhm.. i have engineering degree…

            Still they can ban me or not…

            1. Vino,
              labour ban will not be applicable as you have a good salary.
              I don’t think you should worry about non-competition clause!

  438. Hi Deepak,
    I am a Civil draftsman working in a LLC in abu dhabi for past 5 month and my visa is unlimited, my Salary is 5500, I have higher secondary certificate (Commerce ) & Ncvt Draftsman Civil Certificate.
    If i change my job with the same salary can i have a ban

  439. Iam a qualfied architect from India with a B.Arch degree ,
    i signed an unlimited contract with my current employers in Business Bay on May 2014 and its been 10 months now.My pay is 5000 AED. Iam on an architects visa.

    I have a better offer from a different company(~7000 aed) in Dubai and if i were to quit now will i be liable for an automatic ban of 6 months?

    Please advice.

    1. Yousuf,
      If you’ve read the article, it is very clear.
      Please read.
      Automatic ban is inevitable. But there are ways you can avoid that.

      1. yes i have read it and i have understood.

        but being an engineer , does the usual rules apply or do they not.
        or is the automatic ban as you have mentioned , inevitable.?

  440. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    Now i am working as a Quantity Surveyor, I have an unlimited labor contract and i am getting 3.5k. My visa is only 8 month old and I complete 11 month of working period.
    Now i got a offer for 6.5k and from my company there is no issue of changing my job. so I want to know there is a ban for me?
    Please help me.

    1. Sadam,
      Depending on your qualification, your labour ban will be decided.
      Read the article again.http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

      1. Deaar Mr. Deepak,

        I have Diploma certificate and i did not attest my certificates for current visa and now i am going to attest my certificate for new visa.
        Still i am fear weather i will be ban.
        New company told do not scared they will give visa to me.
        I want to check it. please reply me

  441. Respected Deepak,
    Good Day

    Sir I am a Pakistani citizen and working as an Engineer in an Indian Company since Aug 2011. I want to switch my job in new company but I am afraid of my company because of its previous record. They are applying for Visa for those who left their company for new job after cancelling them. Now when the other company in UAE is applying for their visa they are been rejected because their visa is already applied from the previous company. Their Motive is to stop the entry of those Employs who want to left their company, Please advise what should I do before resigning from my current company so that in future other company can apply for my visa without any problem.
    I will thanking you for your help.

    1. Iraj,
      I have nothing to say in this.
      It is unfortunate that such companies do exist which have low morals and low ethics.

  442. Hi,
    I have been working in a company for 8 months. I was offered very less salary initially and was promised a revised salary after 6 months. Its been 8 months and still nothing happened. I don’t know if i have a limited or unlimited contract. The profession in my visa is Maintenance mechanical assistant but I work as an engineer. Im a bachelor degree holder passed out in May 2014 in engineering but I will be receiving my certificates only next month. I would like to resign and search for a new job.Also I’m in the middle of my driving class and I don’t want a ban.

    Please help.

    1. Razaq,
      Engineers will not have labour ban if their salary matches the requirement.

  443. Hi Mr.Deepak,

    I have been working for 3 months now.. I want to resign because of unhealthy environment in the office. Now, I am entertaining Job interviews.. I have my Bachelor’s Degree. What are the consequences for this? and tell me something about the ban. THANK YOU!

    Trish

    1. Trish,
      You will have automatic labour ban.
      To avoid: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

      Also Kindly register your CV on the following links:
      1. http://emiratesdiary.com/gulftalent
      2. http://emiratesdiary.com/baytcv
      3. http://emiratesdiary.com/submit-your-cvresume

      1. how to uplift the ban? can I use my highschool diploma only rather than using my bachelors degree for uplifting the ban? so that minimum of 5000 only is required..

        1. Trish,
          I guess the article clearly mentions how a ban can be avoided.
          Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
          http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  444. hy sir, i want to ask,i just came at uae.still never pasted visa at my pasport.so can i go at on emergency vacation to home country now?

    1. Omer,
      Yes, you can.
      Is your visa under process? If yes, then you would have to wait till it is stamped.

  445. I am currently working in the company for 1 year and 8 months, and the new company hired me and they giving me a 5 thousand dirhams of salary, i am a high school diploma holder, in this case i can lift the 6 months. please advice me..

    1. Nolram,
      I don’t think you will have ban for that salary and qualification.
      Please read the article again.

  446. hi deepak, myself Rinkesh

    I have recently joined one co, visa is not yet stamped, due to negative mkt condition they are suggesting me to find a new job..

    a. I have Offer of 8,000 in jebel ali free zone co.
    b. For this LLC co i Gave my Post graduation certificate.

    Now is there any ban on me?

    a. LLC Co is ready to give me NOC also.
    b. If Ban is there can I give my 12th Certificate for visa process.

    Please help

  447. Dear Deepak,
    I want to know will I get ban if I resign from current employer during probation period. I am having bachelors degree and have salary > 12K.
    Thanks

    1. Rohan,
      For your salary you will not have a labour ban.
      What is your new designation?

  448. Hello Deepak,
    I am current employer in a company for 2 month, now the company asking me to find a new job because some issues in company, so kindly advice me, what are the procedures for finding and get a new job without ban

    1. Munawar,
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  449. I am on Husband’s sposorship.Currently I am working in a private company with 1200AED.I have labour card.I got an offer from ADCB for 4000AED for 4 months temporary contract .I hold a bachelors degree.Will I have a labor ban?

    1. Aswathy,
      For temporary work I am not sure whether the bank will issue labour card.
      If yes, there will be ban in MOL.

  450. Dear sir.
    I look for this cleaning company on my own in dubai.I did not sign any agreement with them to work for two years .so in this case will I get any ban if I join any company?
    Thank u…..

    1. Mostafa,
      How are you working without a contract?
      If you finish your contract, you will not have any ban.

  451. Hi Deepak,

    I found a work here in Dubai last Dec 22, 2014. On the same day, I started already. I received my working visa last Jan. 15, 2015. As of now, I didn’t exit yet to change my visa from tourist to employment because my employer didn’t want to shoulder the expense and didn’t even allowed me to cash advance. In my offer, letter, I have 6 mos. probation. Now, here are my questions:
    1. If I leave my current employer, will I get banned?
    2.If I leave my current employer and pay the expenses made of my employer to my visa, will I get banned also?

    Hoping for your soonest advise

    1. Irwin,
      1. Yes you will get a ban. To avoid read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      2. Yes. Irrespective.
      But you should not actually pay any expenses: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign

    2. HI SIR,

      MY FRIEND TERMINATED FROM HIS COMPANY ON PROBATION PERIOD.
      ONLY 3 MONTHS COMPLETED.WHICH TYPE OF BAN HE WILL FACE ??
      IT IS REMOVABLE OR WHAT ???

  452. hi sir.
    my contract has been 3yrs but my visa is 2yr.2yrs after finish my visa that time can i change another company.if it is possibale.

    1. Md,
      How is this possible?
      Yes, once the visa has expired, I guess you can resign. But not 100% sure as I come across this situation first time.

  453. Hi Deepak,

    Just a quick question. I’m planning to resign my current company before my probation ends.

    1. Will I get labour ban for resigning without completing my contract [unlimited?
    2. If yes, will the ban be lifted if I join Emirates Group?

    Thanks,
    RJ

    1. Ramzel,
      1. yes, you will receive automatic labour ban. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      2. Yes, labour ban is not applicable in Emirates Group.

  454. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I was terminated because of lay off. and my contract is unlimited.. i had only 1 yr and 3 months in the company.. do i still have ban?????

  455. i m working as an accountant n my visa sales,since oct 21 2014 n my salary is 1500, they didnt giv off twice in a month n our working hours 10 hours r sum time 11 hours. they r not even pay on time so i want to change the job,now they tell me that from nxt month they will not pay me 1500,wt do i do to get a another job plz suggest

    1. Afreen,
      Kindly register your CV on the following links:
      1. http://emiratesdiary.com/gulftalent
      2. http://emiratesdiary.com/baytcv
      3. http://emiratesdiary.com/submit-your-cvresume

  456. Hi Deepak,

    Firstly, thanks a lot for the updated information on your website. It is really helpful. I have a few queries if you could please clarify.

    I have a bachelors degree in Electrical engineering and currently working as a electronic technician on 4k in an LLC company. The thing is that this position does not require a bachelors, in fact it needs only a diploma. So, in future if I get a job which does not need a bachelors degree and at the same time has a salary greater than 7k, can I lift the ban. I hope you grasped my question.

    Secondly, if the job I get is in a freezone company, then does the salary categories still apply or I can join without ban on any salary?

    Thank you!

  457. Dear Deepak,

    Good Day,

    I am working as a sales rep in a company for about 16 months and drawing 7000 AED, my qualification is mechanical engineer.
    I have been offered a salary of 12000 AED & new designation would be asst. manager.
    Can you guide, Is there will be ban on me.
    If yes how can it be revoked.

    Thanks & Kind Regards.

  458. sir im working as a dj in a president hotel but my visa was in other sponsored peninsula hospitality management. i just finished 1 year and 3 months and my visa is unlimited . i dont have day off, working for 7 pm to 3 am, holiday is not paid even annual leave.

    i got new job and offered just 3,500, i asked the labour call center i will have automatically ban for 6 months, i cant paid for that. and they NOC also is not valid to lift the ban . only 5000 salary and termination contract. but 5000 salary my new employer cant give or declare that amount.

    any suggestion i really need your help, is NOC is not valid anymore please reply. thank you

  459. Dear sir,

    How r u sir,,?
    my question is to u sir,my pathaka will expire on 07th of October 2015 and my Emirates ID will expire on 11th November.if i get a new job then i will move it from here on October whether i get a ban from or else i has to work to 11th of November or what sir to avoid a ban..?
    when i ask to our HR department then they said there is no ban once u r pathaka date expire.there is no value of Emirates ID expiry date but some of say u has to work up to my Emirates ID date.
    Please can u give a clarification regarding on this.

    Thanks & Regards
    Sush

    1. Sush,
      Once you Pathaka expires and if it is not renewed you will not have a ban.
      Your HR is right.

  460. Dear Deepak ,

    I am mechanical Engineer i am geeting 4500 Aed salary right now.

    1-If i change my current employer before completation of probhition period will i get banned.

    2- If i get job in free job then can i join or still get banned.

    3 – If i get job more then 12000/- then stilli get banned.

    4 – If i get job in abu dabi around 8500 will i get banneed too.

    As i am having visa in which fallow up clerk written.

    Please adviced it will be highly appreciable.

    1. Shanky,
      1. Yes.
      2. No.
      3. No.
      4. For engineers there may be exceptions. However, nothing can be made conclusive from information provided.

  461. Dear Deepak,
    I have been working with a company in Dubai since December 2013.My contract is unlimited and the trade in the contract is domestic wiring electrician with a salary of AED 6000. now i got a new job with a salary of AED 11000.is there any labor ban for me? i owned a diploma certificate and attested the same.and also there is any ban can provide on me by my existing company

    1. Anil,
      For your qualification and salary, I don’t think you will face any labour ban.
      Please also check directly with MOL.

  462. Dear Deepak,

    I was working for the same company for 2 years and 5 months. However, at the beginning the office was in Dubai so I had a Dubai visa for 2 years, and then the office moved to Sharjah so I had a Sharjah visa for only a few months.

    Now I got a new job with a Dubai employer. How do I demonstrate that I was working for the same company for over 2 years in order to avoid the ban?

    Or what do you recommend I do?

    Thanks in advanced for your help.

    1. Adriana,
      Tricky situation!
      I guess you will need the trade license copies of both Dubai and Sharjah to show the same ownership.
      I am not sure any other way. Sorry.

      1. Thanks Deepak, one more question a little bit off topic. What happens if I stay in the UAE longer than the 30 day grace period after my previous visa cancellation? I understand I will have to pay a fee of 25dhs per day, but will there be any further consequences? Will I have any issues in future visa applications?

        1. Adriana,
          Besides AED 25 per day there are no consequences. However, this is not recommended as beyond certain point your name will be added to blacklist or your employer may face problems.

  463. Dear Deepak,

    My Company has Kept Probation Clause in Offer Letter, Later after lot of followup they send me a plain mail stating that my employment has been confirmed.

    Now due to some reason they gave me Termination with one month notice.

    As i have just completed 11 Months of Employment, and that the employer is terminating contract on his own.

    1. Shall i have any kind of Ban Imposed (Employer assured they have not requested any Ban)

    2. Under Settlement am I eligible for Gratuity and Leave Salary in proportionate to the Working duration

    3. Do my case comes any default Immigration Clause.

    1. Dear Deepak,

      Sorry that I did not Mention its a SAIF – Zone Visa, and they had Unlimited period contract.

      Regards,

    2. Shekhar,
      1. Ban is automatic. Request for an NOC. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      2. If you complete 1 year including notice period, you will receive gratuity.
      3. WHY do you ask?

  464. I am working in a LLC company since 8 months. My company license expired they did not renew becoz they are gonna shift to ajmanfreezone. I have given my masters degree attested for visa. Now i have 3 questions.

    1. I want to change my job. Will there be any ban if i join a freezone company?
    2. After one month my labor visa will be cancelled and freezone visa will be applied due to shifting the company in freezone, will there be any ban if i join non-freezone company having freezone visa.
    3. Do we have to pay to employer anything if we leave the job with in one or two months in freezone?

    1. Syed,
      1. No labour ban if you join free zone company.
      2. I don’t think there will be any ban as the company itself is cancelling the labour and visa.
      3. No need to pay anything.

  465. Good Day Deepak,

    Can you Explain me what is Labor Approval?

    Thanks & Best Regards
    Muhammad Anas

  466. Good Day Deepak,

    I want to Know if I have an offer letter of the company. I can file a case in Labor law against them? because I left my job because of them 2 months passed and still I am waiting for my visa they are still saying is in process

    Thanks & best Regards
    Muhammad Annus

    1. Muhammad,
      Is you labour approval done? If yes, you could complain.
      What is the reason for this delay? May be the company is under suspension in MOL systems!!

    1. Van,
      Get an NOC.
      And if the company is closing, I don’t think there will be any labour ban.

  467. Dear Deepak,

    I am working in LLC company from last 4 months on 4K on limited contract in sales. i have master degree from UK, I want to change job without ban so two Qs here
    1- can i join LLc company if they are offering more than 5K without ban on base of inter etc as i am on limited period.
    2-if have NOC can i join LLC comapny anywhere without ban

    1. Ali,
      1. You will need 12K salary to avoid labour ban.
      2. Yes, with NOC, you could join other company.

  468. Dear Deepak,

    I have resigned from bank and salary was 8000 with unlimited contract I worked for 8 months. Now I have got the new offer of 11000 from another Bank.
    I have provided my secondary school diplomas
    Will I get any ban?

      1. Dear Deepak,

        I have come to UAE just a week back on employment visa but the job profile is not the same as discussed in interview. So I want to go back to my home country and join my previous company. I haven’t signed any labor contract as yet. I have entered in UAE on entry permit.
        I want o know what type of bans will be applicable if I will exit the country. Will there be life time ban? or 1 year or 6 moths ban?
        I would appreciate your quick reply.

        1. Ainul,
          6 month labour ban will be applicable to you. There will not be any lifetime ban.

          1. Dear Deepak,

            Thanks for your reply, need some more clarification . If I will send resignation by mail to the manager and will not serve the notice and will leave the country immediately, as I haven’t signed any contract yet.

            then can they declare me as absconding and ban me for life.
            if so is there any way to lift this ban. thanks for your reply.

            1. Ainul,
              Please post complete query at once. It is tough to track so many comments.

  469. hello mr Deepak,
    I got an offer as head waiter at 1 company from dubai in free zone,now when i came to dubai is not opened any restaurant and they put me to do something else,the contract and the salary has not change.i’m still under prbation period but i wanted to resign because i don’t like it that work.my salary is 5000 without accomodation.
    1.if i will find a job with other company(hotels)in free zone i will take ban?
    2.if i will find job with limited contract i will take also ban?
    3.i have to pay to the current company the flight ticket,visa and other expenses?
    thank you so much and i hope that you will give the answers wich i need

    1. Alexandru,
      1. In free zone you will not face any labour ban.(except in JAFZA)
      2. If you move out of free zone too, you will not have labour ban.
      3. That depends on your contract. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign

  470. Good Day Sir,

    I was working in an LLC company my Salary was 2200AED my visa was only “sales”and my contract was limited I work there for 11 months now I have an offer of 5000AED I also have a Higher secondary certificate my current employer has also given me NOC So I want to ask my automatic labor ban can be lifted

    Kindly guide me

    Looking Forward to your reply

    Thanks & Best Regards
    Muhammad Annus

  471. Good Day Deepak,

    I was working in an LLC company my Salary was 2200AED my visa was only “sales”and my contract was limited I work there for 11 months now I have an offer of 5000AED I also have a Higher secondary certificate my current employer has also given me NOC So I want to ask my automatic labor ban can be lifted

    Kindly guide me

    Looking Forward to your reply

    Thanks & Best Regards
    Muhammad Annus

    1. Muhammad,
      you will not have ban as your salary level and education meets the criteria. Further you also have NOC.

  472. Hi Deepak,
    I’m currently working for a company in Ajman(completed 8 months) and plan to switch for a new job. I discussed about this with my Manager but she said i will have an automatic 6 months ban. Based on this i have 2 questions and i would really appreciate if you could clear it out.
    1) Will i get a ban if i join a FreeZone Company?
    2) Will i get a ban if i join a Hotel? Coz one of my colleague mentioned that Hotels provide Immigration Visa so i wont be getting a ban if i land a job in a Hotel.

    Awaiting your kind response. Thanks in advance.

    1. Lloyd,
      if you join a company under MOL you will have 6 month labour ban.
      1. No ban if you join free zone company.
      2. I don’t think under hotels you will have ban. But better to check directly with authorities.

  473. Hi Deepak,

    I have JAFZA visa stamped on my passport and my contract is of 3 years. Now, I am planning to switch to some other company outside free zone area and have completed only 7 months with the company. I am a professional degree holder ( MBA ) and my new employer is offering me AED 12K. What are the odds of getting a ban ? How can I avoid ban ?

  474. Hi Deepak,

    I have JAFZA visa stamped on my passport and my contract is of 3 years. Now, I am planning to switch to some other company outside free zone area. I am a professional degree holder ( MBA ) and my new employer is offering me AED 12K. What are the odds of getting a ban ? How can we avoid ban ?

  475. Dear Sir,
    I am working in a construction company as a Document Controller…
    here my salary in contract is 4000 (full package) and unlimited..
    am completed 10 months, after 1 year am leaving this company…
    my higher secondary certificate attested………in this case any ban…..?
    or how can avoid ban….. please help me sir,,,,,,,

    1. Kunwar,
      You will need at least 5K salary in your new job to avoid labour ban.

  476. Dear Sir,
    Good Day!
    I am Nnada from India who sending this mail.
    I got your website detail through my friend regarding the visa details.I will explain you my situation and please advice me.
    I was worked in Dubai on 1998-2003 and 2011-2013.
    Then last month I got a opportunity in Iraq.The companies head office in Dubai.They gave me two visas.That is one is for Dubai and another for Iraq.The dubai visa was Tourist visa Issued from 25/10/2014 to 23/12/2014.I traveled on 07/11/2014 to Dubai.I got down in Terminal 1 and went inside the city and went to Terminal 2 to go to Iraq.In that same day itself I was entered and exit from Dubai.Then I went to Iraq and came to India Last month.Now I got a offer in Dubai.
    Now I am having two issues.
    I got an offer from my friend, and he started the visa process last week.He said that he will get visit visa first first.I said OK.Mean time I got another offer from another company with good salary.So I prefer to go in this offer.I was tried to convince my friend to stop his visa , but he refused to leave me to join in that company.Then I didn’t speak more with him, because he is my friend.
    At same time I was informed frankly to the new company what was happened.
    They said we will get visa.Yesterday they had applied for my visa.
    At same time I got the call from my friend that his company got the message when they tried to get visa, that I am having visa in my name.Then I was replied to him that last I went to Dubai in Tourist visa.That too I entered on 7th nov and exit on same day.I sent him the visa copy, entry and exit page.
    So please clear me about this.
    1.I was traveled to Dubai last in Tourist visa and left on 7th november,so that will affect for this two people?
    2.At same time two people are applying for me visa, both can get the visa?
    3.If so can I choose the company and travel in that visa?
    Kindly advice me.
    With lots of thanks,
    Nanda

  477. dear deepak,

    i hope you can enlighten me. i have been woking on a private company for 2months now with salary of 2500 and position of archives clerk, i am under unlimited contract and still under my probation period. i am planning to resign because i am no longer happy with the work environment, my questions are:
    1.will i get 6 months labour ban?
    2.will i have to pay all the visa expenses to the company?
    3.if i get noc, then there is no labor ban applied to me?
    4.do i have to render 1month notice?
    your response is mostly appreciated,
    thank you

    1. Mary,
      1. Yes, you will have a labour ban.
      2. Depends. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign
      3. No ban is applied if you have NOC. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      4. If you are under probation, notice period is not required. Otherwise 1 month or as per your contract.

    2. Would request ur help please. I am working in Dubai on a limited contract. The duration was for 2 years from 15/6/2011 to 14/6/2013.
      Now, clause 2B on the contract says the limited contract expires on the date as mentioned,but in case the two parties decide to continue it will automatically be renewed for a period of one year on the same terms and conditions which is upto 14/6/2014.
      I belive that the period is passed and has changed to unlimited and the same has been confirmed by a legal consultant at the ministry of labour. But my company still insists on taking the 45days salary without any end.of service benefits.
      Please advise what can be done as I have resigned and need to move out asap

      1. Vivek,
        Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign

      2. Sanjay,
        As per MOL, you do not need to pay any costs to company.
        And MOL is already handling your case. They will do their best.

  478. hello sir,
    I cancelled my unlimited contract after the successful completion of 1 year. In cancellation letter in place of ban it is written as leave the country or change the status before 31-01-15. my previous salary was 5000. I am a graduate .my question is
    1. if new company is offering 9000 salary, do I have a ban?

    1. V,
      Yes you will have ban. You need to have 12K salary minimum as a Bachelor’s degree holder.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  479. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    Am working as counter sales agent and in my labour card its mentioned as clerk. I have a fixed contract and completed a year and half. my qusetions are

    1. Am a B.E holder and my certificates are not attested. If a resign my company now and whether i get 6 months ban?

    2. If my next visa is professional and my salary is more than 5000 , do i get ban?

    3. is there any hope to remove ban once i get good professional visa from another company?

    1. Abdulla,
      1. Yes. Labour ban is applicable. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      2. No.
      3. There is no such thing as removing ban. You could avoid it. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  480. sir i am working in LLC company since 1 year and
    i want to switch to other companies for better opportunity. I just want to know that if I move from LLc company to free zone company without completing 2 years contract , I will face ban or not ?

    1. Adil,
      If you are talking about labour ban, it will not be applicable in free zone.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  481. Hi,
    What if I have a better offer (salary) from other company and I want to change my job in the same position?
    I do hold a bachelor’s degree, but since my salary is around 5000-6000 can i provide my high school certificate to avoid the ban?

    In my contract it says that either party can terminate the contract with a week advance notice in probation period which is 6 months, But it also says that If I (an employee) wish to leave the company in one year I’ll have to bear the costs of visa etc. My question is, can i terminate my contract within that probation period and avoid paying costs and getting 6 months ban?

  482. Hello sir,
    I need your help,
    1.I am in unlimited contract and am planning tomove….if I move to a free zone will the issue of sarary more than5000Aed apply?
    2Can I move from a unlimited to unlimited if yes? What are the conditions?..

  483. Hi Sir,
    I am currently working for a LLC company. I completed on 07 months but the company is not treating well. They also reduced my salary. I have got many some offers from other companies. I want to resign and move. Please advice me on the procedures.

  484. dear deepak,
    i hope you can enlighten me. i have been woking on a private company for 2months now with salary of 2500 and position of archives clerk, i am under unlimited contract and still under my probation period. i am planning to resign because i am no longer happy with the work environment, my questions are:

    1.will i get 6 months labour ban?
    2.will i have to pay all the visa expenses to the company?
    3.if i get noc, then there is no labor ban applied to me?
    4.do i have to render 1month notice?

    your response is mostly appreciated,
    thank you

  485. Dear Deepak,
    I just moved to the UAE and received an offer in Jebel Ali freezone from a HR staffing company and work for a company in Jebel Ali. Ive been there 2 months and a received an offer in another free zone working for the government. My contract with the staffing company is a fixed contract with a completion date of one and a half years and my probation period is 6 months. If I quit now, and take this other offer, will I have a ban put on my visa? I just did my medical and my residency stamp is on my passport. Thanks.

  486. Hi Deepak,

    I am currently employed in a moving company for 6 months in Abudhabi. I would be grateful if you could answer the following questions for me,

    1) If i get a jop in a Freezone company with a salary of 6000 AED, do i have a ban? (My current salary is 4000 AED and my qualification is MSc)

    2) I am also interested in starting my own business within 1 year time. Do i have a ban for this as well?

    Please advise!!!

    Thanks in advance!

    Anoop

    1. Anoop,
      1. If you move to Free zone, labour ban is not applicable.
      2. No.

  487. Hi Deepak

    i am working for a Dubai based free zone company(TE-COM).I was working in Oman for 1.8 years and have Oman- IT Manager visa through same company.

    Now i am back in UAE on visit visa based on Oman IT Manager visa.My company has taken 2 months to apply for my UAE visa.So i went back and forth to say in UAE.

    They have applied now and its with immigration. No medical or visa stamping has taken place.I have a better offer from Abu Dhabi based multinational.

    Will i get a ban? Salary is 16000 plus and i am bachelors degree holder.Also is it breach of contract? Since i was not in UAE and have not signed a UAE contract(i did sign Terms of Engagement…it had no arabic letters…not sure whats a UAE contract for free zone) so i think i will not get banned and its not breach of contract.

    I would appreciate a detailed answer.

  488. Dear,

    I was working in Sharjah free zone for more than 2 years. now thay gave me ban. does this ban, or any ban from free zone for that matter, apply outside f.ex. can I work in Dubai airport free zone or Dubai mainland with this ban ?

  489. Hi Sir,

    I would like to ask if it’s possible to exit in Qatar going to European countries even if my UAE visa is not cancelled? My current employer in UAE would not grant me a short notice of resignation since my new sponsor in UK expected me to join at earlier dates. What would be the consequence if I try to slip UAE and take Qatar in going to Europe?

    1. Edgar,
      It is better to get visa cancelled as this may have consequence later.
      I do not recommend shortcuts like these.

  490. Dear Deepak,

    i have finish my limited contract last November 2014. but my visa will expire on January 2015 . I want to apply to another company, before my visa was fully expired. but my company want me to stay with them until my visa is expired. my questions are:

    1. Can i join another company now that my contract is already expired or do i really need to finish my visa first in my current company before i can go?

    2. Can the company impose a ban on me if i leave them? even if my contract has already expired?

    3. Am i still entitle to have a return ticket form my current company? even if i already find a new job?

    Please help me. Thank you and godbless

    1. John,
      1. Your contract ends when labour contract expires.
      2. No ban as you have completed the contract.
      3. Yes.

  491. I’ve been working for a Construction Company in Dubai for 11 months as a Document Controller. However, my residence visa was only accomplished in November 2014.
    Can I accept an offer to me of AED 6,000.00 as an HR Executive by another private company without having a ban? If no, what are my options in order to secure this job or other jobs with another company at this stage?
    I am a Bachelor’s degree holder and currently having a salary of AED 5,000.00. Thank you.

    Thank you.

    1. Jake,
      unfortunately you will have labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  492. I am working in freezone company in ras al khaima as Accountant from 16-03-2014 till now and recently i got a good offer in dubai non-freezone company. So i decided to resign but my current employers not in the country and office staff is not accepting my resignation.

    i put notice date 27-12-2014 in my resignation letter prepared on 16-12-2014 and already sent mails to Manager and General Manager but no one is replying me back. No one is talking to me and they just want to delay the process.I have only 3 weeks within i have to finish my cancellation process.

    I will be very thankful to you if you guide me .

    I will be looking for your response.

    Regards,

    Arslan Aslam..

  493. Dear Deepak,

    I have a few queries and I am hoping that you will enlighten me.
    This is the scenario:
    I’ve been working in the company for 2 mos working as junior accountant but
    as stated in the entry permit, my position is archives clerk with
    AED3,000 salary.
    I already exit to Oman and enter on new employment visa last Nov 25, 2014.
    But until now I’m still waiting for the typing of medical and emirates ID.
    My entry permit is valid until 18-Jan-2015.
    I asked my boss for the processing of medical & emirates id but they said that
    we don’t have money yet.
    And just now, my boss told me that they are planning to close the company.
    My questions are:
    * I want now to resign so I will not be left hanging, will there be a ban?
    * If I resign, what are the things that I should do to find a new job
    so I will not have a problem?

  494. Dear Deepak,

    I have a few queries and I am hoping that you will enlighten me.
    This is the scenario:
    I’ve been working in the company for 2 mos working as junior accountant but
    as stated in the entry permit, my position is archives clerk with
    AED3,000 salary.
    I already exit to Oman and enter on new employment visa last Nov 25, 2014.
    But until now I’m still waiting for the typing of medical and emirates ID.
    My entry permit is valid until 18-Jan-2015.
    I asked my boss for the processing of medical & emirates id but they said that
    we don’t have money yet.
    And just now, my boss told me that they are planning to close the company.
    My questions are:
    * I want now to resign so I will not be left hanging, will there be a ban?
    * If I resign, what are the things that I should do to find a new job
    so I will not a problem?

    Your response Sir will be a big help for me.

    1. Clarissa,
      There will be no ban if company is closing.
      You will have to exit prior to your entry permit being expired.

  495. hi deepak
    kindly tell me either Engineers are exempted from labour ban or not if they leave their jobs before completion of contract period ?

  496. Dear Deepak sir,
    I am a pharmacist working in duabi. my contract is unlimited .I joined the company on 22nd December 2013. On December 22nd 2014 i will complete 1 year. In the month of June,July,August,September,October and November i had worked overtime as 3hr,3hr,1.30hr,1.30hr,1.30hr and 1.30hr respectively. But my owner didnt pay the overtime.My salary is 5000.Now he hired a new employee who is willing to work less salary and more time than me. Now he is forcing me to sign in cancellation paper without giving my November and December salary. On 15th December on wards he is not allowing me to enter in to the work place. He is also forcing me to accept the termination letter before completing the 1 year as i am entitled to 1 month leave salary if compete 1 year successfully. I had registered compliant against him in MOL. After that i went to the work place asusual. On 15th December 2014 he came with police and arrested me for no reason. Police inspcetor told me dont enter to pharmacy. And forced me to put sign in paper which was written in Arabic. I dont know how to read and write arabic. Even though i asked the copy the police inspector didnt give the same. Now am out of the pharmacy.If i go to work place he will call the police.Still i didnt receive termination letter and also not received any message from MOL regarding the councelling date. If am continuously absent for 7 days he can terminate me without any reason right?
    What should i do?

  497. Dear Deepak sir,
    I am a pharmacist working in duabi. my contract is unlimited .I joined the company on 22nd December 2013. On December 22nd 2014 i will complete 1 year. In the month of June,July,August,September,October and November i had worked overtime as 3hr,3hr,1.30hr,1.30hr,1.30hr and 1.30hr respectively. But my owner didnt pay the overtime.My salary is 5000.Now he hired a new employee who is willing to work less salary and more time than me. Now he is forcing me to sign in cancellation paper without giving my November and December salary. On 15th December on wards he is not allowing me to enter in to the work place. He is also forcing me to accept the termination letter before completing the 1 year as i am entitled to 1 month leave salary if compete 1 year successfully. I had registered compliant against him in MOL. After that i went to the work place asusual. On 15th December 2014 he came with police and arrested me for no reason. Police inspcetor told me dont enter to pharmacy. And forced me to put sign in paper which was written in Arabic. I dont know how to read and write arabic. Even though i asked the copy the police inspector didnt give the same.
    What should i do?

  498. Dear Sir,

    Its been 2 .5 months after i entered in employment visa,
    they haven’t stamped my visa yet, this week i resigned.
    Also i”m going for getting cancellation from labour to leave the country.

    1)Will i have 6month ban if i give a complaint?

  499. hi…can u pls help me..i finished my two yirs working visa last 2012 and i signed a new one for another two years,,,will i get a ban for that?

  500. HI Deepak

    Thanks for your response. The link you sent me is a little unclear on something I want to know.

    What is the compensation? Is it 45 days and what about my gratuity?

    Thanks in advance

    Amy

  501. HI DEEPAK
    I ALREADY FINISHED MY 2 YEARS CONTRACT IN MY COMPANY AND RENEW MY VISA BEFORE 4 MONTH AGO. CAN I CHANGE MY JOB WITHOUT BAND ? CAN I CANCEL MY VISA WITHOUT BAND AND MOVE ANOTHER COMPANY ?

  502. I am cancelled and get banned for 6 months from MOL automatically.please tell me how i can remove the banned.I have NOC from employer and i was offered a job but with 3000 salary. please tell me how i can remove the banned with NOC.
    Your comment is awaiting moderation.

  503. Dear Deepak,

    I am currently working as receptionist for 9mos in my company and i am planning to resign because i want to apply my profession as nurse. If in case i have my ban how will i lift it?

    Thanks for your time and reply. Godbless

    1. Rose,
      If you join as a nurse, I don’t think you have ban.
      But check with the new company as rules keep changing.

  504. Dear Deepak,

    I am a graduate . Its been 9 months I am working with this company. But the company management has decided to remove me from my current position. Now I have started my job search. They kept my passport with them, and told me to find a new job. Once I get the new job, they have told me to bring the offer letter and then they will cancel my visa.
    My question is will I get a ban and will there be a problem with my future company in accepting me. What am I supposed do?

    1. Andy,
      since they are terminating you, request for an NOC.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  505. HI Deepak,

    I was working in a company in DAFZA and have now resigned. I’ve joined them in May 2012 but have a limited contract of maximum up to May 2015. Also, I will now be joining a company not based in a freezone but at a higher salary.I would like to know the following:

    1) Do I have to pay any compensation to the company for leaving before completion of 3 years?

    2) I have served my one month notice however they want me to stay longer but I can’t. Can the company impose any ban on me?

    3) Will I be allowed to work in a LLC?

    Look forward to your reply.

    Thanks!

    1. Amy,
      1. If you have signed so, yes, you will have to compensate. Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/reader-mailbag-pay-visa-costs-resign
      2. In free zone there is no labour ban.
      3. Yes

  506. I have unlimited period contract. and it doesn’t say on contract when it finishes. after how much yeARS I can resign ?

    1. Hyf,
      Unlimited contract is automatically renewed after 2 or 3 years depending on company status. Currently most private companies have 2 year contract.

  507. hello i have an unlimited contract with my company and i want to leave the job.is still there is a possibility of ban if i got N.o.c from my company in which it is mention that my company don’t have any issue where ever i work.

    thanks

  508. Hi Deepak,

    I have a few queries, I hope you can help me out cause the different articles and people I’ve talked with have contradicting ideas;

    1. I just got back from my exit last Dec3, and im still under an Entry Permit (e-visa), as far as I understand, my company has 60 days to process this into an employment visa. Unfortunately, circumstances forces me to quit my job, and I have spent only a month with them. Given the necessary papers which are not yet given to me, can I still quit my job without worrying of a ban?

    1. F,
      You will have to request your company to cancel the entry permit. If the labour approval is processed, there will be ban.

      1. Hi Deepak,

        Sorry I have a follow-up question.
        I haven’t received any offer letter yet or any form of contract to sign specifying my employment with the company. Plus, I only hold an entry permit. I haven’t undergone medical and processing of Emirates ID.
        Will this still incur a ban?

        If my company cancels my existing entry permit (dated dec 02, 2014 as its starting date), what step should I do to NOT leave UAE? Because as far as I understand, if my Entry Permit’s cancelled, I wouldn’t have any existing Visa. Is this correct?

        Reading other blog posts here I would like to know which of these options will save me from having a ban;

        Option 1: Apply in a freezone company
        Option 2: Apply for a semi-government or government company
        Option 3: Get NOC from my company

        Thank you very much for your response.

        1. If your papers are approved and are being processed by MOL, you will have labour ban.
          Yes, correct.
          1. Yes possible.
          2. Yes.
          3. Yes.

          1. Hi Deepak,

            If that’s the case, let’s say my company now in Abu Dhabi proceeds in giving me the employment visa, and I choose to resign after a month and transfer to a freezone company in Dubai with a salary of let’s say, 4k. Will this still incur a ban for me?

            Thank you. I’m almost complete in fitting all the puzzles in my mind on these regulations.

            1. F,
              No labour ban is applicable if you shift to freezone.
              Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  509. I have a contract with my company for two years and it is clearly mentioned that I would not be able to work with any other competitor in UAE.

    I will be resigning from the company by serving 45days notice period with out salary or by paying 45days salary as per the company policy.

    Could you please help me with my below concerns;

    1) I am aware that I will get a ban of 6 Months as per the UAE law. However, is it possible for my company to add the ban period more than 6months?

    2) As I did not complete the Two year contract and am with a limited visa, Is there any chance where my company can legally stop working in any other company in UAE

    1. Asha,
      1. No.
      2. Since, yours is limited contract, you will have 1 year ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  510. Dear, im on unlmiited period contract which I finished 2 years now and I wish to transfer sponsorship. Would I get banned.

    Also this is my second visa now cause first was for 1 year. Can they ban me if it is already second visa ??

    1. Mateo,
      If you have completed your contract, there will be no ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. I know that 🙂 but how can I tell if the contract is finished – it is unlimited period

        1. Mateo,
          why will you have ban if you have completed your contract and not renewed it?

  511. Hi Deepak,

    I am Engg Diploma holder, I work in sales. I have a limited contract with my Company and there is 2 years no compete clause in my contract. I have joined this company in August 2013. My Company Owner have closed the Companies Office, he did not cancel me but transferred me to his another Company with same business. I want to resign since I have another Offer with salary of AED 15000. I want to know …
    1) Will there be ban on me if I resign and take another job
    2) No Compete Clause will be valid.

    1. Chris,
      1. Considering your salary, there will be no ban.
      2. Yes, was valid under old company as they were the sponsor. Don’t think this will affect you.

      1. hi Deepak,

        I hv multiple issues in my work place ,
        1. my boss is always harassing, Insulting and shouting for me
        2. he is always calling me different kind of names
        3.i have archive clerk visa but am doing the job of sales coordinator
        4.he has not given me the copy of my offer letter
        5. he pays salary on the 15th of the next month for the previous month
        6. He pays my salary by hand.
        Please advice me what i should do , i cry every day and i no longer have peace and it is affecting my health.

        1. Commy,
          sorry to hear about your situation.
          1. Complain to MOL with proof.
          2. Like what?
          3. Depends on the requirement of workplace. This is mostly true.
          4. You are entitled to have it. Download it from MOL site.
          5. This is possible.
          6. Don’t you have WPS system?
          If you can’t reply to this comment, email me your query: deepakmelwyn[at]gmail.com

  512. Dear Dipak,

    I have joined an Insurance company 5 months back with a salary of 5K, now im planning to switch the job. im here on 2 years employment Visa as Medical officer. will i get ban if
    1- I get NOC from company
    2- if i get a job of 10 k
    3- if i get job in free zone company
    also suggest can i bring my wife here with depended visa on this salary

    1. Dr. Shrikant,
      1. No.
      2. No
      3. No.
      If you are qualified doctor with proper attested degrees, you will have no ban.
      But, as a doctor, why are you working for such a low salary?

      1. Dear Deepak,

        Thanks a ton for you prompt reply. Actually I’m a BHMS(Homeopathic) doctor with 4 years of experience of Indian Health Insurance market. my degree has embassy attestation also. while coming was told that i will get the increment after the completion of 3 months but not happened, also i had no idea about the rental inflation here. Brother, can you tell me in what scenario i will get the ban, also i will be highly obliged if you can guide me in finding a new job here.

  513. Dear Deepak,

    I am experiencing delay of salary with my employer due to financial difficulty. Can this be a ground to look for another employer without experiencing ban? I signed June 2014, exited for a month and entered Last week of July 2014.

  514. Dear Deepak, I am currently with a government company at Abu dhabi and am still within my probation period of 6 months. I have an offer from a private company in Dubai. The reason for a new job is that, the current position is way below my experience and qualification, although during my initial entry into the company it was looking much different. I could realize this only after coming in. I am an engineer. How do I stand regarding labour ban in this case ? Appreciate your reply please.

    1. GKCN,
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      If you leave government work, there may be 1 year ban to work in UAE.
      However, government does not usually impose ban.

      1. Thanks Deepak. I am in Oil & Gas industry and the new job is also in Oil & Gas Industry. Will the ban still be applicable in this case ? Thanks in advance.

  515. Dear Deepak

    I already submitted the application in the labour court to remove the 6 month ban as the reason was termination and not resignation.
    I submitted the the application on 27 Nov 2014 they said someone will call me back in 7 days to give me the update weather the ban is removed or not .but its been 2 weeks no one has called me . there is no direct no to call and chk the status can you plzzzzzzzz give me suggestion to get the status. i called 800665 they tell the status only IE the ban is there or not but no information on the application i submited… plzz help

    1. Ram,
      I am not sure where you could get this information.
      Going directly and visiting MOL may help.

  516. hy deepak
    myself shruti. i joined my job in uae august 2014 and resigned in october 9th 2014 before stamping visa.now im in dubai for job hunt on tourist visa
    while going for interview in companies other than free zone they are saying different things about lifting ban
    i want to know…

    1. whether i have a ban since my visa not stamped but i arrived uae on aug in employment entry visit
    2.i have done bcom , if i submit hsc cert …salary of 5000 aed will lift the ban or not? because employers are saying they need to pay 10000 aed as extra fine also.so they are reluctant to appoint me.if not so how much they have to pay?

    im not getting interviews in free zone same time my visa is to expire,please help me with exact solution so that i can confidently.
    convince them.

    i hope you will reply soon.

    1. Sruthy,
      1. Your ban may be labour ban and not visa ban.
      2. You must get a job with 12K salary to avoid ban.
      I am not sure about the fines that are needed to be paid.

      Kindly register your CV on the following links:
      1. http://emiratesdiary.com/gulftalent
      2. http://emiratesdiary.com/baytcv
      3. http://emiratesdiary.com/submit-your-cvresume

  517. Dear Deepak,
    Happy to see your replies for each & everyone comments.
    i am also hope to get your reply.
    i am electronic engineer but unfortunately working as clerk in one private company from 1 month,i want to change my job before 2 year visa.But my company accepted to give NOC,if i get job in other company below 12,000AED salary whether i get ban?please advise me sir.anticipating for your reply…thank you sir…

    1. Zameel,
      If you get a job of 12K and above and good designation you will have no labour ban.
      Also if you get a job as an engineer, you will have no ban.

  518. hello, i’m on my 4th month in a new private company on a 6 months probation period. if i will transfer to another company with a higher salary like 12000dhs.will i still get a ban?
    thank you.

  519. I joined in a company in August 7 2014 and I am in employment visa; but till now my visa is not stamped in passport. I dont have emirates ID or Labor card. Also I did not receive salary yet now. I requested employer to cancel my visa and give NOC. I just want to confirm if I have to face 6 months automatic ban? Employer is saying he is in financial crisis and not in a situation to give salary. How I can lift 6 months automatic ban? Also, employer is saying he can come to labor and tell he does nt have any objection in lifting my ban. Is it possible? Please give a quick reply.

    1. Gopika,
      I doubt whether your labour approval is obtained!
      How are you staying here without a visa being stamped?
      Do you have offer letter?
      Better to obtain NOC from employer.

      1. Dear Deepak,
        am on a visit visa i got an offer in a consultancy for 3000 salary.am an post graduate. If i switch over job after 6 months or 1 year. Will i get a ban even after gettting NOC from my current employer.

  520. Dear Deepak, I resigned from my company from completion of probation period. I gave them resign contain on one month notification but next day they terminated me and mentioned in termination letter about my resignation that because you resigned before completion of my probation period that was why they terminated me and they stopped my nov salary even 5 days of december salary because in contract they mentioned that if i resigned before completion of probation period i would have to afford my visa fees therefore they stopped or blocked my outstanding dues. I resigned because they forced me to work 11 or 12 hours mostly without overtime pay and i work 6 days in week without overtime. They paid my October salary mid of month while i supposed to be paid on 1st week. Now they are threading me that if i approach to labour office company will imposed life time ban on me. Kindly guide me in this matter

    1. Lodhi,
      Complain to the MOL that they are threatening you with lifetime ban.
      Without a proper reason, there can be no ban.
      Under probation, notice period is 1 day as per labour law.

  521. Hello Sir, How are you?

    Im Rehan. Wanna ask if there’s a ban if I resign even though I’m only 2 years and 5 months in my company?

    Thanks Sir have a good day.

  522. Dear Mr.Deepak,
    I would like to know will I get a ban for working only for a year under unlimited contract in a private company? I am an Accounts Assistant. Kindly advise me.

    1. Rohit,
      yes, you will receive a ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  523. sir i am electrical engineer , i receive offer letter from the company which is located in dubai.They offer me a designation of assist technician with a salary of 2000 uae dhrm with unlimited time period of contact.
    if i get a better job after some months in dubai .
    can i move to other company without getting ban of six moth?
    and kindly guide me weather i accept this job or not ?

    1. Umar,
      You will face a labour ban in case you move without completing you contract.

  524. Hello Deepak,

    I am planning to leave my current company upon reaching 6 months. I am a bachelor’s degree holder. If I transfer to an admin job in a freezone or a semi-government company with a salary that is 6k (higher than my current salary now), will I still get a ban?

    Thanks.

    1. Jane,
      you will not face any labour ban of you join free zone or semi government organisation whatever the salary is.

  525. My name is Noel, I resigned from my Free Zone company. My new company is a private LLC which they managed to get the MOL approval prior to the cancellation of my previous visa. I can view now my labour card information through MOL website. My new employment visa application has not been processed yet due to delayed visa cancellation from my Free Zone company which they managed to cancel last 1st of December. I did not submit yet my original cancellation paper. I’m planning to quit as we need to work extra long hours everyday due to customers demands without overtime pay. Do I have an automatic ban from labour? Kindly advise.

    1. Noel,
      Since you are currently working in Free zone, you have no labour ban.

  526. I recently joined(3 months) a school in Dubai and my labor card is under process. I am on my husband’s sponsorship. If I get a job in the government service with a basic salary of 9000 will there be a ban

    1. Gsanthosh,
      If you are directly employed by government organisation, there will be no labour ban.

  527. Hello Deepak,

    My name is Mary. This is my 6th month of working with my company in Sharjah. I am having problem with my health because the work I do is too hard for a lady and my manager said he cannot do anything about it. I work as an housekeeper in a hotel. Everyday I sleep in pains. I am a college graduate of Business Administration and I have over 5 years work experience in general office procedure in my country. I really desire to look for and get another job in my field of work experience and which will suit my qualification. My question is, how can I avoid the labour ban when I get offer from another company? Please advise me.

    Thank you.

    Mary

    1. Mary,
      Unfortunately you will have automatic labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  528. Dear Deepak,

    I am an engineer, leaving the current company by resigning and completing 1 year. Current position is mechanical engineer with 16000 AED monthly salary. And I am joining new company with position as Manager and salary 12000. Please tell me if I will have any problem in lifting the 6 months ban. And for lifting the ban I have to pay any fees.

    Thanks

  529. sir .
    i have totaly in uae 8 years, last 9 months iam working new employer .i got new job offer another company more than 8000 aed. my attesterd certificate for 2 yr ITI DRAFTSMAN COURSE , if i change it will come for labour ban 6 months ,please guide me

    1. Roshan,
      If you have worked for so long with a single company, there may be no labour ban.

  530. Dear sir please help me.i need your guidance. I enter in UAE on work VISA like 10 days ago but i did not done medical yet means my residence Visa is not pasted on passport yet and now The company told me that we can not give you the salary which i was offered they told me now to search new job and they will give me release letter. kindly tell me i will get banned or not? and how i can join other company. please sir i need your help.

    1. Rashid,
      IF you have labor approval, you may have ban. But since company is providing you release letter(NOC), you will not have a labour ban.
      Kindly register your CV at below sites:
      1. http://emiratesdiary.com/go/gulf-talent-register
      2. http://emiratesdiary.com/go/bayt-register
      3. http://emiratesdiary.com/submit-your-cvresume

      1. I am cancelled and get banned for 6 months from MOL automatically.please tell me how i can remove the banned.I have NOC from employer and i was offered a job but with 3000 salary. please tell me how i can remove the banned with NOC.

    2. Dear Deepak,

      I’ve read all the complaints and your advices and so I believe you will also give me clarifications with our long problems with my husbands labor ban. My husband resigned in his job as a Facility manager and lasted only 18 months with the company. Since the company do not want to pay his remamining monthly salary, my husband brought it to court and just few days ago, he got the court rulling in favor of him.

      Now, the problem is that…he found and been hired in a new company with same job, unfortunately the previous company banned him for 6 months and so the new company cant proceed in processing his new working visa. Since he won the case against his previous company, Is it not, automatically if not enough to lift a banned? What if he dont have any diploma but have good long track records of working certificates?

      Please advice us, we’ve consulted lots of people and they always advised that it is easy to lift the ban, but that is not what’s happening since until now, his visa is still on process…what does it mean, we really dont know what to expect?

      1. Rose,
        If the company has already banned, there is no way of lifting without proper qualifications or salary bracket.
        If your husband can get an NOC from previous company, this might help.
        Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  531. Dear Deepak,

    Please let me know if i have NOC from my recent company with 4 K salary and i have an offer from an other company less than 4 K but with higher designation, is it possible to switch job (eliminate free zone)

    Thanks.

  532. Dear Deepak

    I am working as an engineer for construction company. In the current company I am completing 11 months. Can i resign at the end of 11 months with one month notice so that i will be leaving the company after completion of one year. And i will get leave salary and gratuity as my settlement. Also i can avoid the 6 months ban.

    1. Mohammed,
      Yes you are entitled to gratuity if you complete 1 year, that includes notice period.

  533. Hi deepak,

    I am in a difficult situation here.I worked as a software developer in one company after 6 month I left that company and joined another company.The previous company given NOC letter but I got automatic ban to avoid that new company submitted the labour application with desired salary .But our sponsor not signed the application.now My labour applications are cancelled and company has no plan to save me they are saying that it is not possible to stamp visa and we need to cancel your visa also.I am working here for last 6 month and in my offer letter they mentioned 3 month probation .Still not stamped and labour applications cancelled and They have no plan to save me.
    If they cancel my visa I will ban again for six month.
    what I need to do ?

    1. Sreejith,
      What visa? You say your visa is not stamped.
      You will not have ban as your case is not usual.

  534. Iam working in mep cotracting company.my visa is pipe fitter but my post is electrical foreman now18months finish &not give salary now 4months balance Ihave new offer insame postam diploma holder now i resign any ban pls help me

    1. Binu,
      If you are shifting jobs, you may face ban as you have not completed your contract term.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  535. Hi Mr. Deepak,
    I just join a new company before 3 months and still i am on probation period.My current salary is AED. 4500 and my visa is issued on bachelor degree.In my current company i don’t have any plan to resign but if employers ask from me for termination then please informed me whether i would have any Ban? And also give suggestion if i have any ban then how i can lift up? Thanks

    Bilal

    1. Bilal,
      Yes you will have labour ban.
      Get NOC. There is nothing like lift the ban.

      1. so did i still have a ban even though i will not working in a company? i take the work as a household help or a nanny perhaps?

        1. Brigondo,
          You will have a labour ban. However, this will not affect your nanny visa.

  536. Dear Deepak,

    I am currently working as business development manager in an insurance company for last 5 months, now i am changing my job and joining a bank where my salary is less than the current job. will that be any problem for uplifting the 6 months ban if am changing the job will less salary and lower position as business development executive.
    my current salary is AED-12000/- and in the new job it would be -AED-9000

    1. Wassam,
      If the bank is semi-government, you will not face labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. sir do i still have a ban if ill change my work? for example i am a cashier in a company and didn’t finish my 2yrs contract and the next work i will take is being a household help or a nanny?

  537. Hi Mr. Deepak, goodafternoon. just want to ask if i will have a ban if i leave d company .i’m holding husbands visa and they applied me laborcard which is electronic work permit for part time. it was approved last august 6 2014 and will be expired on august 5, 2015.will i have 6 months ban and pay for their expense in processing the laborcard if i leave d company? and by d way my passport is expired last november 23, 2014. i need guidance please, thanks.

  538. HI Mr deepak,
    please tell me for lifting ban who,s signature on noc is important managing director or p r o.
    i have noc in my hand termination letter and offer letter of new company.
    in noc what should be mentioned because my managing director does not want to mention in noc that we don’t have high rise project in our hand, he says that what ever reason you want to mention i will approve but don,t mention about high rise project.
    the reality is that we don’t have project therefore i m terminated.
    please help me and tell me what to write in noc that 6 months ban can easily be lifted from me.

    1. Shahzad,
      I don’t think that will be an issue. You could mention any reason.

  539. Dear Deepakji

    i have recently joined a company with 3000 dhs salary now i am in company employment visa.

    Other company is offering 5000 salary with good post , if i quit i will get labour ban

    What is the option for lifting the ban.

    1. Sangeeta,
      Unfortunately you will get automatic labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Dear Sir,

        I am writing this to know about the visa cancellation and Ban.

        I joined in a company in sharjah before 10 days.
        Medical didn’t taken yet. Because of some personal problems.
        I had worked 2 year in uae before 4 months. And this is a new company.
        I want to know whether the ban will exist if i cancel visa now. or can i lift the ban and how?

  540. HI Deepak

    I have a bachelors and have joined at 16K salary i want to resign due to environment and nature of the company. I am yet to complete my 6 months probation.

    Would i face a ban ?
    Do i have to serve a notice period?

    I have a dubai work visa

    Thanks
    Sid

    1. Sid,
      IF you get a similar paying job, there will be no labour ban.
      Under probation, you have to serve 1 day notice period, but it depends on what contract you have signed.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  541. hi deepak brother,
    i am currently working as a safety officer in a construction company LL C. i have unlimited contract and i have spent only 8 months now our compay has failed to get high rise project therefore me and several others are terminated.
    i have a offer letter of a another company.
    i have NOC and termination letter of current company.
    i have been offered 2500 salary package from new company.
    please guide me how to lift 6 moths ban with 2500 salary. help me brother i m in serious trouble.

  542. Now am working in private hospital as technician and have more than 10 months of experience here. My salary is 9500. I want to konw if there will be ban if I move to gov hospital?Will I get one month leave with salary before terminating?I want to terminate after finishing 12 th month.

  543. Hi Deepak,

    I came on mission visa for shut down work and since it cannot be renewed, I was sent home and brought back on Permanent visa 1 month back. Now work is going to be over and company is giving Demob notice and going to send us back. Since our company is sending us back, can we avoid labour ban for six months?

    1. Samson,
      I don’t think you will face labour ban as it is company’s issue.

  544. Hi sir I have just come in dubai before 1 month ago in carrefour but I dont like to work. I have bachelor in major english and sociology .i want to move in next job.i was coming in two year contrct. Sir can you guid me how I get release fast in dubai

    1. Raj,
      Finish the contract and resign, otherwise, you may face labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  545. Dear Deepak,

    Greetings,

    I would like to take a small clarification from you that currently I salary is 4500/- Aed & till now I didn’t complete my probation period is not yet finished & I am working on 3rd party visa so what if I get offered more then 5000/- Aed do I have BAN even I am high school graduate and my degrees are also attested from MOFA from Pakistan & UAE as well.

    Waiting for your response.

    Warm Regards
    Malik

    1. Malik,
      You will face automatic labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  546. hi my name is adeel munir. i had done my bechelor degree. last janauary i came here for doing job my visa status is admiistrative clerk for a supplier company. if i wanna change my job for antoher company then how can i will save for ban??

    1. Adeel,
      If your labour approval is processed, you will have ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  547. Hi Deepak,

    I have completed 3 years (1st visa) in the company under unlimited contract. currently my visa has been renewed for the 2nd time which is on-going.

    I have decided to resign my job due to unhealthy working environment by submtting 1 month notice of resignation.

    I’m possessing MBA Degree and drawing a salary of 20k p.m. But my current employer is verbally stating me that they will go with a request to MOL to impose 1year for joining in the competitor’s companies – same nature of business.

    New employer is ready to offer the same position and equal salary in his company. Kindly give your friendly advice and usual support for me to take a suitable decision and proceed ahead.

    Thanks

    Yousuf

  548. Hello Deepak,

    this message is insane:
    quote “No one is allowed to switch jobs even if they complete many years in their [current job], without the consent of their sponsor,” he said.” end of quote.

    what can you say if the employer will not allow you to leave their company, they want you to die on them? where is the justice?

    Pls. answer me…

    1. Mentoro,
      Sounds very rude to me!!
      No one can force employees to be at the company forever.

  549. i studied b pharm. I am working as a archives clerk in a pharmacy last 1.6 years. my salary is 1500 dhr. now i pass dha pharmacist exam.. and i got dha eligibility letter. in my new offer letter my pharmacist basic salary is 6500. if i cancel my current visa.. is there ban..

    1. Maheen,
      Yes, you may face labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Dear sir,

        I have a unlimited 2 years visa, steel i have only complete 1 years 6 days, i have got 4000 salary jobs in non free zone company i will face a labor ban or not if i resign ? or if free zone jobs after one year without NOC can i change this jobs.
        please sir send me suggestion about. this

  550. currently i am working in an building material company as an accounts cum sales executive from past three month . I am a commerce post graduate from india.Now i am getting an gooid offer from hamriya freezone company as an senior accountant with salary of 500 A.E.D.and my pervious salary is 2000A.E.D.I want to know that is ban of six month is applicaple on me or not.

    1. Asim,
      If you join free zone, there will be no ban.
      Read:http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  551. I am working in UAE since June 2013 i am getting 3000 aed per month as a draughtsman . Now i have one offer in UAE 7000 aed per month i can able to change the company . I have only 2 years ITI attested certificate .

  552. Hai Boss,
    My self Pradeep working with a PMC compant since April 2014, Now i am facing one month notice period due to project completion. Do i am eligible to get NOC from employer.

  553. greetings of the day,
    myself vijay kumar i’m working in abu dhabi from last 10 months i have a work permit visa for 2 years its labour visa now i am getting a new opportunity in dubai but its free zone visa.In my company after 9 months and one month notice Period the total is 10 months but now company are asking me for the visa charges and all expenses from me this is more than 4000 aed.please leave your comments i have to pay this money to my company are not.
    Thanks regards vijay kumar

    1. Vijay,
      If you are shifting to a Free zone based company, you will not face ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Hi Deepak!

        I am currently working as a school nurse (HAADSN) in one of the international nursery schools (private) here in Abu Dhabi. My contract is unlimited and I have already accumulated 1 year of service. My question is that, is it possible for me to submit a resignation letter without finishing my contract and find another company (same field of work/institution) that can lift the ban? are they still going to ban me? do i still need to ask for NOC? please help me. Thanks!

        1. Carlyn,
          Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
          Yes, NOC may be required.

  554. hi deepak
    Thanks for ur reply
    Wht u mean by labour approval ?
    they send me employment visa i entered uae with tht,started workin for them but under one month i realize the company is of no gud.so before medical/ applin for emirates id / visa getting stamped i asked them to cancel the visa and i went back to india.
    so wht u think i will have ban ?

    1. David,
      If you have got employment visa, your labour approval is done. And if you have cancelled your visa, then your labour approval is also cancelled.
      You will have automatic labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Hi Deepak,

        Please give me a solution for lifting ban on my visa in dubai..

        I am working in a company as a project engineer(unlimited contract) since from 4 months… i have not complete my probation (6 months) period yet. Now i want to quit this job due to some issues & i have an offer from another company in dubai itself.. But, sure i will get 6 months ban in dubai. My current salary is Dh.10,000.. My new offer is Dh.8000 only. In this situation how can i lift my ban..? plz advise….!

        1. Prakash,
          There is nothing like lifting a ban.
          Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  555. Dear Deepak,

    I am currently working in a government-owned bank and its been just 3 months since i joined here. I got an offer from a company in DMCC Free zone for a salary of 10000 plus studio flat and car. What are the chances of my current employer putting a One year labour ban on me. If at all they put a one year labour ban, can anything be done to lift the same so that i can work for the new company?

    Kindly answer so that i can plan things accordingly.

    Thanks in advance.
    Rahul Mohan

    1. Rahul
      Usually banks do not impose ban.
      Please check directly with your HR as I am not sure about this.

  556. Hi Deepak,

    i have been terminated by the company and completed only 1 and half years. When i inquired with typing center they are telling noc is not accepting to lift the ban. i am in confusion now.

    if NOC is accepting in which language NOC should be written english or arabic.
    if NOC is issuing it has to be given while labour card cancellation or the time when applying for new employment visa

  557. Hi deepak,
    i am currently working for a tourism company, it is in some problems between partners and they are asking to change the job, and they are ready to give NOC. will there be a ban for me.

    1. Mansoor,
      If you have NOC, you can avoid labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  558. Hi Deepak
    i came to uae with one company’s employment visa in may 2014 but after one month i have resigned and went back to india before the visa get stamped on my passport or any process of my labour card even started.

    now iam back in uae searching for job and i am a post graduate but my attested certificates are bachelor degree.my trade is in sales and marketing so we always work on commission so the offers i am getting is in between 5 to 8k + commission i dont think i can pass the 12000 barrier
    do u think i have ban according to this situation,how to check online weather i have ban,can u advise me how to lift it?
    plz Advise ASAP
    Thanks & Regards
    David

    1. David,
      Only officials can get check whether you have a labour ban.
      Was your labour approval done at previous company?
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  559. Hi sir,
    I signed a contract with a company, but still in the probation period, my salary is 5000 and i have a bachelor degree, i got a new offer with another company with a better salary, first can i transfer to the new company without my sponsor approval?, if not can i transfer with his approval or i have ro get back to my country and wait for the new visa, and will i have a ban?? FYI, i’m in sharjah.
    Thanks alot

    1. Moe,
      1. You can not transfer without sponsor approval.
      2. You will need to cancel the visa, exit. Make sure you do not have labour ban. In that case get NOC.
      You will face ban otherwise.

  560. sorry to bother you again…………….
    and what if i signed the contract and still needing to go…………. or want to change my employer.
    thanks for listening and helping….

  561. Thanks a lot sir for the information, much appreciated the help………
    BUT what if paper are in the process and no contract singed yet…
    am i still immune from ban…..
    again many thanks..

    1. Hi sir,i came to UAE on November 2014 ,am presently working in a construction company at umm al quwain,i work as a helper and my salary is 900ADE,I Have a high school National Diploma in Marketing,i need to change my job ,please advice me on what to do.sir can you believe that till date I have not seen my contract,i don’t even no how its look like. please I need your help thank you

      1. Akpelu,
        You will need to apply for jobs.
        Kindly register your CV on the following links:
        1. http://emiratesdiary.com/gulftalent
        2. http://emiratesdiary.com/baytcv
        3. http://emiratesdiary.com/submit-your-cvresume

  562. dear sir, i did’t get your reply yet, please provide one
    thanks , appreciated.

  563. Hi Deepak! I just got my employment visa cancelled last Oct 2, 2014 since I found better offer. I joined my new company last Oct 1 and they are processing my visa now. They already had my employment visa with them and I did the medicals as well. But, I just got a new job offer from an airline as a cabin crew(better salary, ofcourse) which I applied long time ago. I am willing to pay my visa cost. Is it possible? I still didnt get my passport stamped with the residence permit.

    1. Maria,
      If your airline is a government related airline, you will have no ban.
      The visa costs depends on company if it is written in the contract.
      If your passport is not stamped, immediately inform the company to stop the process of stamping.

  564. can i know i am here for 10 days doctor by profession on working visa, not signed contract yet, can i go back to my country leaving the job in hand without a ban so i can come back latter in the same job if available or in another job for that matter, reason is my son is very young 25 days old, and my wife need my support..
    please help and answer ASAP.
    what are the fines need to pay..
    also is there any thing that professional do not get ban..
    thanks for listening…

    1. Deepak,
      If your labour approval is not processed, there will be no problem.
      however, for your profession, there will be no ban.
      There are no fines.

  565. Current Situation below.
    Currently my salary is 5000K and my visa was process with Intermediate (Higher Education Certificate)
    Two New Offer Received:
    1) 5000K
    2) 7000K
    I have more than Higher Education Certificate is Bachelor Of Commerce (University Degree)

    Pls reply your comments with see my old comments.

    1. Arif,
      What exactly is your query? I don’t get it. Please provide complete question.

  566. Hi Deepak,

    The answers to the comments are very much helpful. Thank You!

    Here is my concern, expecting an answer for the same too.I had cancelled my visa of archive clerk on last week after completing 10 months period out of 3 year unlimited contract, my company was ready to issue an NOC too. Now I have an offer of 8k. I am a 3 year diploma holder as well as a degree holder in civil engineering trade. As per my understandings for avoiding the ban I need to go further with diploma certificate, hence could you please suggest me some professions for the visa to be applied? or how can I check the visa designations for a diploma holder? My exact designation is Estimation Engineer.

    1. Divya,
      Not sure about this! Sorry.
      What seems to be the real issue? IF you have NOC, what is the problem now?

      1. Thanks Deepak.

        The issue got solved by Tasheel.

        The issue was related to the profession that we have to show in the visa( while we are applying for the visa) or exactly I was in a need to know what all designations allotted for a diploma holder to have.

          1. Hi Nouel,

            If all the details are same as what I was explained, Then you can consult Tasheel on 800665 or go there directly for getting things cleared. Above all, your employer’s representative (PRO) can do things more effectively (literally, if the new company needs you, then there is no ban).Sometimes you have to choose the designation suggested by them at least for the ban period. After that your company can change your visa designation with respect to your qualification.

  567. hello Sir !

    I’m under my mother’s visa and still under probation ( working for 2 months) if i resign in our company will i have a ban?

    because i was threatend that i might not work for 6 months .

    please i need a feedback

    1. Arlette,
      Is your labour card processed?
      If yes, then you will have labour ban for 6 months.

  568. Thanks Deepak.
    So how can I exempt from Labor Ban.
    Your article show 7000 salary +Diploma.
    First I done Matriculation from secondary school.
    Secondly I done Intermediate from Higher Secondary
    Lastly done Bachelor Degree in Commerce from University.
    What you suggest with 7000k?

    Please reply asap.

  569. Thanks Deepak,
    If I get the job with salary AED7000, with Bachelor Degree?
    Pls reply

  570. Hi Deepak,

    Iam working for medical centre and i have 2years contract.

    Its just 4 month now iam still on probation period can i resign.

    Would i will get ban? or not?

    1. Hi sir
      Iam working for medical centre and i have 2years contract.
      Its just 4 month now iam still on probation period can i resign.
      Would i will get ban? or not?

      1. Pragna,
        You will get a ban unfortunately.
        Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  571. hi sir i am working in one company in uae they don’t give proper salaries but i a completed six months.now my employer give me N.O.C & told you search another job my visa is two years tell me i got a ban or not.yes got ban in system automatically wHAT I CAN DO.TELL ME

  572. Respected Deepak,
    I want to switch my job was unlimited contract and I appointed since 4 months ago. My salary mentioned in contact Aed5000.
    I receive new offer with Aed 5000 and I have Bachelor Degree.
    I will face any banned?
    Means salay is same but bachelor Degree additional.
    Pls reply.
    My new

  573. hi,deepa
    my name is subin i am a sale man in duabi based company i have 2 year contract.now i am finish 1 year finish .now am planning to change my job my company ready to leave me with NOC.In this case what i will do or whether i will get any ban for my new job.

  574. Hello Sir

    I am working as Environmental Engineer , Sharjah Emirates Visa. I have joined in April 2013 and my visa stamp was on 22th may 2013. I got a good opportunity from DMCC Free Zone Company. If i will resign from my current organization than it is possible to get ban. I have Engineer Visa for Sharjah Emirates not Free Zone Visa. Is there any Ban. If there is any ban tell me the procedure for Clearance.

  575. hi deepak,

    i just want to know about my contract is unlimited if in case i will resign my work before 2 years im facing ban..pls let me explain about it thanks…

    1. Alis,
      Yes, you will face ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  576. hi deepk

    am working in UAE since oct.2012 and i completed 2 year visa and contract,and i was already renewed my new visa oct. 2014,but now i have gating good offer from another company,so i wont to Chang company, but problem is my company shying is i give you ban, that is possible??????

    if yes than what i do?

    1. Vikram,
      If you have completed your contract, you may not get a ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  577. Hello sir,
    my name is Frank..
    I have been working since the 18th August 2014 and until now the have not paid my salaries. Only what they did is taking me for medical on the 14th October 2014 and it was success. After 2 weeks they came an pick me to the emirate id office in hatta for registration.

    I am currently working in a government college in Hatta as a cleaner and also supervising it,we are 5 in number and none has been paid. Please I want to resign because my family back home is on fire since I cant be able to send them money monthly as they expected. I don’t want to work with the company anymore..i know that my labor id has been out and they don’t want to give me since then. The manager told me the last time she can not to move out from the school because police will arrest me..Here in Hatta there is no labor office only police station and emirate id office.

    Please tell me what to do to resign and get this company off my neck.They have also refused to give me a copy of my agreement document. I will be grateful to read you reply.

  578. Good day

    My friend not getting last two month salary , if he is going to labour any issue, bcoz lot of people working this company no body ready to go labour department, pls give suggestions.

  579. hi i just want to ask you, I’ve been working for almost 1 week in a dental company and i don’t want to work with them anymore, i signed a offer letter and i gave my requirements for my working visa, i surrender my passport to them, now i told to them that i need to get back my passport,they said that they will give my passport but they will ban me for 6 months, but i am only a tourist visa, is that true??thanks

    1. Jane,
      Have they applied for your labour approval?
      If yes, then you will have a ban. If your documents are not processed as of now, you will not have ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  580. HI,
    I am Hemant from India.
    I have joined the company in October 2014 and unfortunately I am been exploited badly here.
    I want to change the Job and want to work in Dubai.
    I have a Employment Visa of 2 years.
    And my boss is not providing any documents to read and review.
    I rec’d my Emirates ID and I have don’t have a labour card as well.
    I came from India from an Placement Consultant.

    Kindly guide me how I can change the Job and in what time.

    Desperately need your help.

    Guide me through.

    1. Hemant,
      Sorry to hear about your situation.
      You will have automatic ban for 6 months if you resign.
      Read:http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  581. Hi deepak,

    I have completed my LIMITED contract with a duration of 2 years from october 2012 to october 2014(last month) and I decided to continue working at my company but my employer didn’t give me any documents to sign that will prove my renewal at the company although he provided a new visa for me, which is alreadys stmped at my passport, my question is, since I have completed a 2 years LIMITED contract, would I get any ban if I decide to resign at any point in time? Hoping for your quick and reliable response.. Thank u

    1. Alex,
      If your limited contract finished, how without your signature the new contract is executed?
      yes, if you break limited contract, you will face ban.

  582. Dear Deepak GOOD Day,

    I joined new company recently and i was on probation of 6 months but the company decided to cancel my contract as there is no job or no work for me in the company.will i get a banned for that.if yes ,then why. it was not my mistake i am not leaving the company but they are terminating my job.i left my good company i worked there for 2yrs 7 month and final i joined new company i am terminated aftr 2 month

      1. what if company hesitate to give me noc what i can do.they will give me directly the NOC or will they demand new offer letter from new employer to give me noc..
        will they give me noc if i tell them i need noc to lift the banned i need it to take to labour

        1. Ram,
          You will have ban.
          Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  583. Good Day…
    Right now we have situation here in my new company. for the last months we have delayed of salary. I already complain to the MOL but nothings happens. I talked to the owner of the bussiness and he told me that he is willing to give NOC to us. I applied to other companies but they told me that they cannot procees my visa because I have automatically have a ban in the labour. As of today we are delayed for 3 months salary. I thought that if my sponsor can give me NOC we can transfer already. Is ther a new rule that we cannot transfer our sponsorship? I’m in unlimited Visa and finishe my 1 year and 1 month in this company. Since were always delayed of salary I need to transfer to other company that can provide my salary on time.
    Please I need your advice. Thank you.

    1. Jared,
      I think with NOC, you can join other companies without a problem.

  584. Dear Deepak,

    My school terminated me while I was under my probation period. They stamped the visa and it came back the same week as the termination./ I did not break the contract they terminated me. Will I still have a ban? If so can the school issue a NOC on my behalf for my new employer so I can lift the ban? Please explain.

  585. Hi

    This is my first time in UAE. I got a job (Mechanical Engineer) from a private company in Abu Dhabi and I received my Entry Permit for Work (E Visa) from the same company. I did not use this Entry Permit to enter UAE as I am still staying in UAE in my visit visa. Now I am planning to change company. So will I get a ban if I cancel this Entry permit before using it (before entering UAE using this)??

    1. Muhammad,
      If your labour approval is under process, you will get ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  586. Hi. Deepak,

    I was terminated from my previous company and they won’t release my passport unless i will show them my new entry permit. My new company had given me my requirements and the medical is required.

    Please advice me, do my previous employer has the right to hold my passport.

    Thanks and regards,
    Michelle

    1. Michelle,
      No one has the right to hold passport of others.
      I am not sure why your company is doing this.

  587. Mr. Deepak, most of your answers are not firm enough to be relied on. Not helping resolve the doubts and keeps the question hanging.

    1. Sorry for that.
      I am not linked to any Government department to provide absolute answers.
      These are my independent opinions.

  588. hi sir ,is there any rule to cancel 6 months ban by giving some money in MOL ??? waiting for your reply. . Thanks in advance .

    1. haroon,
      No rule like that.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  589. Hi,

    I would like to clarify some matter, I have a signed an offer letter from a company and they have already got a pre approval for work permit. I got a better offer and requested the first company to cancel my employment. I am still in Dubai on a tourist visa, the PRO of the first company told me that I have to exit and send them the exit stamp, then only they can cancel the pre approval for work permit and the employment visa (they said that they can only take this visa from DNRD if I send them the exit stamp. Is this the correct procedure? And also they are asking me to pay them for the expenses. Will I get a ban when they cancel my unutilized employment visa / entry permit?

    Thank you in advance.

    1. Jenny,
      Looks confusing for me.
      Are you talking about Labour Approval? There is nothing called pre-approval for work permit. Please clarify this.
      Once labour approval is obtained, you may have automatic ban.
      Have you signed the contract already that you will bear expenses?

      1. Hi Deepak,

        Thank you for the reply,
        I only signed an offer letter and gave them copies of my documents, however, they already started processing my employment visa, but now I don’t want to work for them, do I have to pay them any thing?

        Thank you.

        1. Jenny,
          Depends on what is written in your contract. If you have signed that you will pay, then you will have to pay.

  590. Hi What does it means probation period? What if i will not continue the probation period and found new employer in a better salary offer?

    Do i get in trouble or is there any problem with my new employer will face in applying my new working permit?

    Please advice.

    1. Michelle,
      Yes, under probation you may quit with a day’s notice.
      However, you may face automatic 6 month ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  591. am workg as accountant for 5 months in a company.vl there be any ban if am going to freezone?
    pls reply

  592. plz sir tell me how i lift six mounth bnd on me before 2 days expiry my work contract my sponer cancell my contract i alway slary complain in minstery of labour i have no HS dimploma.My company also close becouse two no linces renew plz sir tell me

  593. Hi Deepak,

    I am working on an Unlimited Contract since March 2013. So it is almost 20 months now. And as per the contract it is only 30 days notice. I put my resignation from my official email ID on 8th Oct 2014, gave a hardcopy to the manager too. Manager first verbally agreed to leave me but after 2 days he changed his words and started harrasing me. He spoke like threatening me and said if I go to labor, they will not come for first 2 sitting and will not pay the money. He said “telling the labor office people that company doesnt have money to pay the employee now will be enough to put pressure on the employee and get the NoDue Certificate signed”. Director replied to my email saying he cannot accept my resignation and that hey will have financial loss if I go so I need to wait for several months etc. Manager is now creating false stories and wasting time. The hardcopy of my resignation is not signed. I have an Engineer Visa. Ban is not a problem as I need to go back to India as soon as possible. I contacted MOL and they asked me to give 30 days notice and come there. What do you suggest in this?

    1. Noufel,
      This is clear case of labour law violation if they harass you by giving such replies.
      YES, please visit MOL.

  594. Hi Deepak,

    Please advice me what can i do in my situation. I was working in the current company for almost 5 months under probation and the employment permit came out very late. They had decided not to continue the visa processing and there is nothing being stamp in my passport. I start looking for job and found a higher position but less than the salary. Now, they had process the cancellation but they took time. My new company was waiting for me to complete all requirements.

    Once the cancellation is dome do i still have days to stay at dubai, how may days?

    Why they took long to cancellation.

    Is the cancellation certificate from immigration and labour from the current employer is enough to send to my new employer?

    Kindly advice.

    Thanks you,
    Michelle

    1. Michelle,
      You may stay upto 29 days in UAE as grace period after which you will accrue fine of around AED25 per day.
      Cancellation should not take long, max 2 days.
      Yes, new employer might request cancellation certificate for labour card and visa cancellation as in passport.

  595. Hi Mr. Deepak, I am working here in DHCC Freezone for 6mos only, All my collegue left already due to the new management and changes. If in any case I wanted to leave the job, any ban will be file against me? And do I need to pay the company for my visa cost? Thanks

    1. Josephine,
      If you will join a company inside DHCC, there may be ban.
      Outside of this you may not have a ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  596. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    I am currently working as clerk and I am planning to resign because I want to practice my profession as a nurse.
    Is there any ban will imposed to me if i did not finish my 2 years contract?

    Thank you for your reply.

      1. Dear Mr. Deepak
        i just want to know that if i leave the company for a better option, as a requirement is it enough the higher salary only? or still you need to get the high school graduate certificate?

  597. Hi.

    I would like to ask for advice. I was under probation, the company issued for me a working permit but, the stamping for my visa to my passport was not done and they terminated the contract.

    Do i still have days to stay here in dubai?
    Will i get a labor ban?

    Kindly advice….

    1. Michelle,
      Better to get NOC from the company if they have terminated you.

  598. Dear mr. Deepak
    I got two offers from different companis in dubai.one is in freezone and another under mol. I submitted my cancellation paper to the company from where I got the offer first. I have submitted my cancellation on 8th oct 2014. Still they provided only pre approval of work permit and yet didnt apply for entry permit as there system is locked by MOL. I dont want to join this company now and want to move with free zone company in dubai.i am a graduate engineer and free zone company offered me 17000aed package. There wll not be any ban if I say them to cancel my preapproval of work permit and join the free zone company.

    please advice

  599. Hi, I need to ask one question, I am working in government department in fujairah from 7 months, I got one very good offer in private company in abudhabi so I can leave my current govt job without any ban or complication?

  600. Hi Deepak. My situation is i am leaving my current company after 1 year working here and my contract is limited. So i got an offer higher than 5000 aed will iface any BAN. Please advise what rights vand duties i have

    1. Meerim,
      Yes, under limited contract, you may face ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  601. hi deepak
    am a fresh graduate working as an accountant in fujairah.its been 5 months.nw i need to change my job.vl i face any ban if am trying in a freezone company.some how i need to change my current job because my salary is too low and am not able to give my 100 petrcent.i need ur advice

    1. Mohan,
      Unfortunately Yes.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  602. Hi Dipak,
    My employment visa finishing on 23 December 2014. I dont wont to work any more in this company. If i give resignation in november month(24 November 2014 with one month notice period) and company will not cancel my visa. then what i should do. I can stay here?

  603. Dear Deepak
    Happy to read the article on Labour Ban in UAE.
    Currently I am searching for a new job as my current employer is frequently delays/fails in making the WPS. My labour contract is only 8 months old. If I go for a job change, will I have to face a ban. Or how can I escape/avoid ban with the help of my new employer.
    Please help me by answering my doubts.

    1. Sankar,
      Unfortunately you may have 6 month labour ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  604. Hi deepak,

    i started working with my company october 2012 but they only applied my labour card last year october 2013. In reality i finished two years of work with the company, how will i avoid the labour ban? do i still need to get NOC? even if i already finished my two years but the labour card will show one year only? thanks..

    1. Twinkle,
      How were you working without labour card or visa for one year? I wonder!!
      Better to get NOC.

  605. Good dayDeepak M please i have an issue which i need an answer from u sir,am working in a company which am not finding joy nor peace from cause of cutting of salary and all that which i have also inform labour,but my point now is this if i get a job in a semi government company will i also face a 6 months ban?
    Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

    1. Ajibose,
      If yo get a job at semi government organisation, you will not have labour ban as labour approval is not required for semi government or government organisations.

  606. Hello Sir’
    my name is Muneeb and i have employer Visa. remaining duration is 18 months. now my Arbab canceling his company. do i get the another company visa without ban “or ” is there any solution for do that. inform me please.
    Regards
    Muneeb Akram

  607. hi Deepak,

    I just joined to my company last July 13, 2014. and i have a unlimited contract.
    If I will leave the company during my probation period do I get a labour ban/company ban.???

    Thank you and more power

  608. hi Deepak,

    I just to a company last July 13, 2014. and i have a unlimited contract.

    If I will leave the company during my probation period do I get a labour ban/company ban.

    Thank you and more power

    1. Alex,
      Yes, you may receive automatic ban for 6 months.
      Suggested reading: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Hi Deepak,

        Thanks for the info.
        I joined my co. in March 2014. Mine is an unlimited contract. I have been offered an other job and I am supposed to join in Jan 2015. Iam a post graduate and the package offered is around AED 20000. Please advice If my new employer can lift the ban, if imposed.

        Thanks & Regards
        Ushus

        1. Ushus,
          Considering your salary, you may not have a ban.
          There is nothing called lifting a ban.

  609. My brother has filed a case against his company for fake absconding case lodged by his company. Labour department gave a date for attending the case yesterday (22 – October 2014) but the company did not attend the labour department. So, Labour department has given another date in November. I am fearing about that the company might not come to labour department second time also.

    I want to know that how many times the labour department could postpone the date for the company to attend the case?

    if the company don`t come for the second time, what we have to do?

    if the company did not come to labour department, how my brother can reimburse his expenses incurred during this period?

    Hope to get your swift reply in this regards.

    With Regards
    Mohamed Razeen

    1. Razeen,
      I am not sure about how many times. Only a lawyer can tell this.
      However, if company has wrongly put the absconding case, you will definitely have justice.
      Suggested reading: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/wrongful-absconding-cases-uae-justice-served

  610. Hi
    i joined as a ticketing agent in jan 2014 ,i got my visa on march 14 and now they are saying you have to leave the job because company has some financial problems.and sales are v.low in ticketing department ..as per 2yr contract i have not completed contract ..in this case will i get ban ………..if i get NOC from company . pls reply soon……………

    thanks

    1. Priya,
      Is this a limited contract? Are you confirmed employee?
      If you have NOC, there may be no ban.
      Suggested reading: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  611. i am working as agri engineer in acompnay from last 9 months can change my visa with ban next company offer me 6000 dirham salary i have graduate degree.

  612. I am electrical engineer(diploma)I was working in a facility management company as fm supervisor from november 2011 onwards in unlimited contract.now they terminated me on october 1st week because company has some financial problems.my labour contract is upto march 2015.I was getting 7000 dhs salary in which basic is 3500 dhs.is there any chance to get labour ban if the company give me NOC.If ban is there how can we lift the ban.
    and also if i get some sales executive job with more than 6000 dhs ban will come or not

  613. Hi Deepak,

    I have worked for a Security Company for the past two years. My contract (Labour card ) expired on the 19 Sept 2014 though my residence visa is still valid till the 21 Dec 2014.
    I have gotten an offer in a new company, still under the Ministry of Labour. Will i be banned if i quit my present company( I haven’t renewed my contract with them yet).
    Thanks.

    1. Boubson,
      What type of contract is yours. If you have completed your contract, I don’t think there will be ban.

  614. Hi Deepak,

    I am working with an Exchange house in Abu dhabi since past six months. I am an MBA but only my graduation certificates are attested for this job as I joined here right after my MBA got over. Coming to the point, I would like to know if getting the MBA degree attested before switching the company would help me avoiding the ban or not.

    Thank you.

  615. Dear Sir,
    I already updated you about my condition, sorry I am posting again, because last time my post was not complete, I will be thankful if you will answer my last Query,

    Actually I am on unlimited contract and I will complete my one year with the current company on 20 November,

    Can I move to another company by giving a notice o 30 days till 20 November 2014 on an unlimited contract Will there be a ban imposed on an unlimited contract even completing one year and with a notice period,

    Best Regards,

    1. Firoz,
      Under MOL, you will have automatic ban.
      Read and understand the following article: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  616. Hi
    Currently I am working in a private hospital in abu dhabi from December 12th 2013 onwards. Now I got a semi government job in abu dhabi. I didn’t complete 1 year. Is there any labour ban will be there for me.
    Thanks

    1. Ratheesh,
      If you are joining semi government organisation, you may not have ban.
      Suggested reading: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  617. Hi.. How are you? this is my situation, in my current company wg
    Hich is private, i finished my 2yrs unlimited contract then they give me new contract which is limited and i signed it. The new contract will be going to end by june 2016. Im a registered nurse with 7000 aed salary and will be going to other private company, they offered me 10,000 aed. I will be going to have a ban? If yes, can i lift it for example having NOC or increase the salary by 12k.? Thank you

    1. James,
      If you break limited contract you will have ban.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  618. Hi Deepak,

    Just a question. My contract (unlimited) will end this October, but my Labour Card will expire on November and my Visa will expire on December. Which among the three should I follow? Im planning not to renew my contract with my company. I will complete my 2 yrs this month. Please help me with this one. Thank you!

    1. Olie,
      Labour card will need to be renewed for you to legally work. So labour card i think is priority.

  619. Hi,

    I am in limited contract.I already finished my first two year contract and renew the same.My second limited contract now will end this coming Feb 2015. I If I want to resign and find another job before it expires, do I have Ban for 6 mos or any obligations to pay to my employer?Am I still entitled to receive my Gratuity and Leave Salary ?Please advise.

    1. Annie,
      If you complete your 2 year contract, you will have no ban. But if you leave it prior to completion, you may have ban.
      You have rights to gratuity if you complete your contract. Leave salary is governed by each company.
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  620. HI

    I WORKED AS A REGISTERED NURSE IN ONE OF THE MEDICAL CENTER IN UAE,MY WORK DURATION WAS19.09.2011-19.10.2014.THEY GIVEN LAST LEAVE SALARY ON NOVEMBER2012.AFTER THAT I WENT FOR MATERINITY LEAVE ,THAT TIME NO MATERNITY LEAVE SALARY AND LEAVE SALARY ALSO.

    NO I HAD AN OFFER FROM ONE HOSPITAL IN UAE, SO IAM LEAVING FROM MY COMPANY,I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT MY GRATUITY AND ABOUT MY BAN ,IT WAS SECOND CONTRACT.

    ONE MORE THING MY DAUGHTER WAS UNDER MY ON SPONSOR NOW I AM GOING TO INDIA BACK UNTIL MY VISA PROCESS COMPLEATE.WHEN IAM COMING BACK FROM INDIA WITH VISA FORM MY NEW COMPANY, IWOULD LIKE TO BRING MY DAUGHTER WITH ME.

    KINDLY GUIDE ME

    1. Rophy,
      I think you may not have a ban as you have completed 3 years.
      Is the new employer Government?
      You can bring your daughter. Ask the new company to apply for her visit visa.

      1. MY HUSBAND “S SALARY IS 4000AED,IS IT POSSIBLE TO SPONSOR MY CHILD BY HIM.WHAT ARE THE REQUERIMENTS NEEDED?AND ALSO MY GRATUITY

  621. hi sir,

    I worked in spinneys more than 1 & 1/2 year, before my contract period i resign from the company, i think i have 6 month ban.

    kindly advice how can i lift the ban.

    1. Nirosha,
      Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  622. hi deepak sir,

    Sir I am working in a private firm , My visa was issued on november 2013 as a sales executive, now i got another offer letter with very little amendment in my salary, now i want to change my company will there be any ban imposed on me, as I will complete my one year with the current company on november 2014

    1. Firoz,
      You will have automatic ban.
      To avoid read: Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae
      http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  623. Hello. Thanks for helping us all.
    I am on limited contract for 2 years with private company. I have completed 1 year now and got a better job in free zone company (media city). My visa is spouse sponsored. new offer is greater than 12000.
    Can i leave my job and avoid ban with NOC letter from current employer? Thank you.

    1. sir , ” How to avoid 6 month labor ban in UAE?” is this applicable for 2yrs limited contract. pls.help me.thank you

      1. sir,i’m limited 2yrs contract 1 year this coming oct.24,2014 “how to avoid 6 month labour ban in Dubai” is this applicable for limited? and i need also NOC to my imployeer now? i have certificate now diploma holders. pls help me sir thanks

      2. Cesa,
        This is not applicable.
        Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

    2. Z,
      If you are joining a freezone company from MOL company, there will be no labour ban.
      But since yours is a limited contract, i think you will have a 1 year ban. Please check with your PRO.
      NOC is not required. However, better to take it.
      Suggested reading: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Is the 1 year ban automatic or imposed by the employer?
        If the employer is okay with me leaving and said no ban or charges will issued, how can i make sure he won’t do this officially?
        I dont want to quit and then employer tries to impose 1 year ban and charges. So how i can get the official approval of the resignation by my employer?

  624. Hi Mr. Deepak

    I just want to seek an advice i was hired in the company mid of august till date i haven’t received yet my salary Can I able to look another job and transfer? Since my current company did not process my residence visa although i already had my medical and done finger print for emirates id but not yet receive my emirates id. Thank you looking forward for your immediate reply.

  625. hi deepak
    i am nurse my contract is unlimited.my labour contract exp date 14/10/2015 one year finish.now i am 6 month pregnant i want to know about maternity leave is avoid for me.i am leaving dec 5

    1. Jinu,
      Please read: http://emiratesdiary.com/job-tips/maternity-leave-per-uae-labour-law
      After probation/confirmation, I think you will be eligible for maternity leave.

  626. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I just want to ask if my ban will be lifted with my current opportunity offered by a new company.? The story goes this way..

    I have completed my one year in my current company last Sept. 2014 but I am a limited 2 year contract holder. I am an accountant in my current job receiving 3ooo aed per month. However, stated in my contract is ARCHIVES CLERK and only 1,500 aed is my salary and they didn’t ask me my authenticated documents (e.g Diploma, Certification, etc.). Now, I have an offer from a new company with the position of Junior Accountant having the salary of 5,000 and above. The new company is asking me to secure NOC for them to hire me and give me a new visa which I know my current company will not give since I am limited and maybe they will ban me too. Now, based on the research I have done regarding the labor code, if my current company will impose labor ban to me it will be lifted by the salary offered by the new company right? And as per the position, they are offering me a higher position requiring an authenticated documents. I want to know if my knowledge regarding this labor rules is correct so that I can decide whether to continue my resignation and join the new company or stay with my current. Practically, I want to join the new one since it will give me higher salary and better experience.
    I am hoping for your response Mr. Deepak. Thank you and more power

    1. Erwin,
      Please note that there is nothing called ‘Lifting of Ban’
      You need to go as per the rules. I suggest you read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  627. Hello i am working in a private company from 5 months. I have labour visa of administrator. My probation period will be completed after 6 months so can i move to another Free zone company without getting any ban as i have many issues with my current employer and i don’t want to work with them..

      1. Thank you so much for your reply.
        But someone told me that as per new rule that introduced in this month the visa cancellation charges by MOL is AED 20,000 so the company can ask for these charges at the time of resign so what should i do?
        My contract type is unlimited.

  628. Deepak,

    I joined a company as an engineer three months back in ABUDHABI, my contracct is unlimited term, now i am getting a job in a government organization in DUBAI, even in the new organization i am getting more than 12000 dhs will there be a labor ban for me ??

    Kindly guide me with you knwoledge

  629. Dear Mr.Deepak

    I am an MBA graduate working in a LLC company, Salary 4500 per month. I have completed 9 months. Contract is unlimited, Main Zone Visa.

    I am planning to resign now and look for a new job, do i get ban. If ban is there what will be the option to release the ban.

  630. Hello Mr.Deepak I am an MBA graduate I get less than 5k as my monthly salary.
    I have completed 9 months.

    I am in LLC visa. Main zone.
    And mine is unlimited contract. Started from Jan 31 2014.
    If I resign do I get a ban. If ban is there, how can I release the ban.

  631. Hi Deepak,

    Need ur advise .

    My wife is working as a Nurse in a clinic on a limited contract.
    She has been offered a position elsewhere with a higher salary but below 12,000 AED. Can she break the contract and avoid a ban as she is a Nurse by profession or will she get a ban since she is offered salary less than 12,000 ??

    1. Anson,
      Which company is your wife joining? If it’s a government institute she will not have ban.
      Also her salary is 12K. So I think she may not have a ban.

  632. Hi Deepak,

    I’m working for a company in DIP from last 4 months I am still in my probationary period (contract unlimited) now i want to resign and the job go back to india but company asking visa cost 8,000AED other wise company not give the passport. I don’t have that much of money please let me know what I do??

    This is indian company they treat like a slave. I’m Graphic designer Please kindly help me…

    1. Raj,
      If you have signed contract with such terms, you will have to pay.
      On the other hand, company may not ask for visa costs.

  633. hi,
    im a labor visa holder im 7 months in the company, in 4 months company cut my salary 500 equivalent 2000 dhs. if i resigned i will get a 6 months labor ban. im a holder degree but they give me a waiter visa but my work is a reservation cum accounts.
    if i resigned how to lift my ban and should i need to pay for any damage? and should i need to get NOC?

    thanks

    1. Bea,
      with NOC you will not have a ban.
      If you quit during probation, you will have a ban.
      Suggested reading: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  634. Dear Mr Deepak,

    I am working in UAE since 2011 and i completed 2 year visa and contract with one employer and after that i joined a new company on 07-July-2014. I am facing problems regarding salary in this company and also i have another offer from leading Government Gas company as an engineer. My current work permit is a labor visa and my new employer is offering me a package of 18000 AED. Do i need a NOC from my current employer?. Do i face any ban as per UAE law?.

    Thanks

    1. Adeel,
      If you are going to a UAE Government organisation you don’t require any NOC. Also you will not face any ban.

  635. Dear Mr. Deepak

    If I am in Dubai Visa (Unlimited contract), and you resign during your probation period will I get ban? My friend told me that if I resign during my probation period I will not be banned.

    I started working on the company on April 20, 2014 and in probation period for 6 months, however I only receive my Visa on June 2 2014. I started working without visa. Which is counted? Is it the day that I start or when my residence visa got stamped?

    I got an offer and its my dream job so I really want it… Their trade license is in Fujairah and said that its under freezone. May i know what will be the possible issues that I might face?

    Thank you

    1. L,
      You will face ban no matter whether you are under probation or not.
      The day your labour contract is approved and you joined the company, is considered the first day.
      However, since you are moving to a Freezone, you will not face such issues.
      Suggested read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Dear Mr. Deepak

        Thanks for your reply and your assistance is highly appreciated.

        I already read that page before, I just want to confirm 🙂

        Very helpful website.

        Thanks once again!
        L

  636. Hi Mr. Deepak! How Are u? I need your advice about my situation. I am currently working in a small restaurant for 7 months now with 600 AED monthly and working 12 hours a day without overtime pay. My contract is unlimited. However, I was able to get an offer from a new company with 1300 AED monthly. I wanted to get the offer. Will I be able to get a ban?

    1. Mark,
      You will face an automatic ban.
      But if you have NOC, you may not have any ban.

  637. Hi deepak iam working for a company from last 15 months & now i want to resign & join different company for a salary of aed
    5500 wat they offered me i have not done my graduation,will i be imposed for 6 months ban , please reply waiting for a valuable response.

    1. Nazim,
      You may face 6 month automatic ban.
      Suggested reading: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. hi Mr Deepak, is there any clause in labour pertaining to Engineer to be exempted from labour ban? Also I am planning to leave my company because of delay salary. Is it valid reason for me not to have ban. I am working 4 months only.

        1. Engr,
          I can’t recall anything mentioned that way in labour law. Download Labour law: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-labour-law-2/uae-labour-law-2014-download-pdf-copy
          IF your salaries are delayed, you may file complaint with MOL.

  638. Hi,
    I am working in a realestate co. and i am on husband visa my problem is i want to change the job bcoz my co. is not paying my salary on time it is paying aft 2 or 3 months so if i will join anyother co. there will b a ban for me?in my salary certificate it is written unlimited and my labour card expires on march 2015 i am working since last 1.5 years in this co. so if i leave this co. I will get the leave salary or not?
    please advice

  639. Hi Deepak. I am currently working in a school and I am on my second month only . I haven’t signed a contract from the ministry of labor when I decided to resign. As per the HR of the school where I work in, i have to render 2 months notice inorder not to be banned and not to pay anything. So I submitted my resignation today with effectivity until the end of the first term so as to avoid the hassles. But today. the contract from the labor came and I was told if I want to resign, I resign now. Also the HR said the principal does not want me anymore because she told the principal of my plan to resign but I haven’t filled up any release form from the school and my resignation letter is still with me and I haven’t spoken yet to the principal. I was told that my employment visa will expire this coming Sunday October 12th so if I want to resign, they refuse to let me serve the 2 months notice. they want me to immediately resign. Since I do not want the ban, I signed the contract today because the PRO said after 6 months time I will not be banned. I feel like I was left with no choice. I feel really bad because I wasn’t given the chance to be clarified with how this contract go. I do not want to be banned. My reason for resigning is that I cannot cope with the stress and my health is deteriorating . plus the fact that the school did not provide any insurances and not even annual tickets. Please help me on this. I am so confused.

    1. Samie,
      if your labour contract has arrived, you will face automatic month ban.
      I suggest you read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae , to understand better.

  640. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    This is Mohamed Raffic from Al-Ain. I was worked in my company as a Mechanical Draftsman in the Machine Operator Visa category for 11 months 15 days. Company has terminated me without prior notice and so far i didn’t get termination letter also.

    What are all the benefits will i get i.e, Leave Salary, Grautity, Air Ticket etc. Please clarify me asap.

    1. Mohamed,
      As your termination is before one year, you will not receive any gratuity.
      However, company may give you termination benefits.

  641. hi dear i am working in advertising company L.L.C my visa will finished decmeber my sallery is 1000 only now i have offer 1800 i receive job letter from new company and i receive also noc from current company can i change my visa wihtout any ban i have unlimited contract plz reply as soon as possible thanks!

  642. Hi Mr Deepak ,Good morning,
    I am join my company in 2005 December .This is contracting company ,my Visa profession is ASSISTANT ENGINEER. I have resigned from my job on 18th sept and now in notice period ,My contract is unlimited i am going back to india for my health issue and after 1 to 2 month will come back to join other company .
    please advice will there any issue of BAN .

    kIND REGARDS

    1. Mitu,
      Please read the article once again.
      Also I suggest you read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  643. Dear Deepak,
    My current profession on passport is safety officer. where the new employer will give me visa of VSAT INSTALLER, as I am Graduate in engineering with package of 7000-AED, as for engineers its mentioned that the package to be 12000-AED, but the new employer give me VSAT INSTALLER Profession which is rank lower than engineer. So in this case what will be about ban ..?
    need your kind info….

    1. Hayat,
      better to ask your new employer for a better position or you may face 6 month ban.
      If you have NOC, then there is no problem.
      Please also consult MOL.

  644. Dear Deepak,
    If someone get ban for six month from MOL, then there is any possibility to lift that ban by paying some fee to the MOL as breach in law ..? and if there is any fee for that then let me know …

    1. Hayat,
      There is no system like to Lift a Ban.
      To avoid ban, I suggest you read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  645. Dear Sir,

    Am working as sales in spares shop.now its six months completed.if i change my job and join free zone company,will there be ban from labor and from sponsor?

    kindly explain me as its very urgent.

    please reply to my mail.

    1. Arif,
      If you join FZ, there may be no ban.
      It is explained in the article.
      Suggested reading: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  646. Hello..Mr.Deepak
    i would like to ask u something that i want to change my job which is 2 year limited contract and i just finished 1 year 2 month….i worked as sales associates…
    If i get offer from another company with same position with higher salary can i avoid ban? I have only high school diploma from my country…
    Or will i need to get NOC ?
    Please kindly answer my question….
    thanks alots!

    1. Chan,
      Under limited contract you will get ban if you do not complete your contract.
      NOC may help.
      To avoid ban, read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  647. dear sir,

    I am working in a electrical company for 1000dhrms from last 11 months . and this is my 1st visit
    and now I am got new job .
    my employer told that he will not charge a ban on me .
    I need some suggestions from you that can I get a ban for 6 months ?
    if yes what can I do for lifting my ban .?

    1. Praveen,
      Under MOL, you will have 6 month ban automatically. Ask your employer for NOC.
      Suggested readings:
      1. http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae
      2. http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  648. Hi Sir,

    This is Saravana Kumar from Al-Ain. I had worked for 2.5 years as a Project Engineer in the Al-Ain based manufacturing company. I sent a mail with resignation letter by 30th August 2014 and it also it was verbally accepted by my company. I was worked until 30th September 2014.

    My visa is Mechanical Engineer Visa.

    My Queries are listed as follows,

    1. What are all the benefits will i get from my company ie. Grautity, Air Ticket etc)?
    2. My company is insisting me to pay my last Visa Expense – Should i need to pay as per UAE law?
    3. How long i can stay in UAE after visa cancellation?

    Awaiting for your reply.

    Thanks.

    1. Saravana,
      1. You would receive gratuity as per labour law. Unutilised airtickets also, if you are eligible. Leave salary.
      2. Companies can not insist on recovering visa costs.
      3. You have 28-30 days after cancellation.

  649. hi sir my name is malith and i had unlimited contract with g4s security company. i have worked their one and half year
    (16month)i resined legali from my company now iam in my country.THERE HAS ANY SIX MONTH BAN FOR ME OR SHOUD I WAIT SIX MONTH IF I WANT TO COME AGAIN UAE?????

  650. Hi sir, I am working as a school nurse in one of the private schools in dubai since 4 years.Now i got a new job,so they are asking for the noc letter for transferring my nursing license to the the new school.I gave 2weeks notice period,in my contract if i break the contract need to give either 2 months notice or one month salary.They took my one month salary but not giving my noc letter.what shall i do please help me.

        1. Saritha,
          If you have completed 3 years under unlimited contract, you will have no ban. NOC is required.
          However, your situation is peculiar since you are a nurse.
          You will have to respect your notice period.
          I suggest you speak to MOL staff directly.

  651. hi dear i am working in advertising company L.L.C my visa will finished decmeber my sallery is 1000 only now i have offer 1800 i receive job letter from new company and i receive also noc from current company can i change my visa wihtout any ban i have unlimited contract plz reply as soon as possible thanks!

  652. Before I work with his son for almost 6yrs. and now his father is my sponsor.I am working for my sponsor for 1 year only then he allow me to go on vacation last april 1, 2014,because we have verbal agreement that i can go vacation yearly. But after that he did not get me, i am now 6mons here in my country Philippines.
    His reason was he has financial problem that’s why he did not buy my return ticket. what should i do now? do i have ban? can i come back with new employment visa? please advise

    1. Claire,
      Enquire whether your visa is cancelled and when. Under MOL you will have 6 month automatic ban. To avoid ban, read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae.
      If you have MOL 6 month ban, you can come on visit/tourist visa but you can not get employment visa. Also read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

      1. Good Day!!!
        Regarding this matters: If you have MOL 6 month ban, you can come on visit/tourist visa but you can not get employment visa. Also read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

        Is there any problems with the phil. immigration and uae immigration if i comeback as visit or tourist?

        thanks a lot.

        1. Claire,
          You may come back on visit/tourist visa if you are under labour ban for 6 months.

  653. Dear Friend
    I completed 18 months in a private company i cancelled my visa bcz i got good offer in emirates transport(semi govt). my visa approval comes in Emirates transport but due to some circumstances i cant join there now they cancelled my visa. Now there is one tourism company offering me 5000 AED salary , I have High school certificate attested from my country ie:- IBCC, Foreign Office and Abu Dhabi Embassy of my country but not from UAE embassy. The company already send my documents for vissa approvel. Will be there any problem ??? Please guide and help me

    1. Malik,
      I don’t think there will be any problem. There is nothing called Abu Dhabi embassy and UAE embassy. Both are the same.

  654. sir am working us hostess in a hotel and i fond another job in abu Dhabi .so i don’t have ban but i finish just 8months so haw can i give my risan withe out problem

    1. Sous,
      Depending on your designation, qualification and new salary, there may be automatic labour ban. For more info, read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  655. HELLO THERE
    i got job in uae and i got employment visa but before sign contract and before start the work the owner and employer run away. so i was stuck in middle. arabab cancelled my visa as he going to cancel his company.
    now lobour dept.put me 6 months ban on me. how to lift this ban????

    1. Jeet,
      Approach mol and tell them your problem and situation. They will help.

  656. Hi Deepak,

    I’m in a real estate company and I have completed one year of employment. I want to join a different company with better opportunities. My employer has no problem with me leaving my current company for better opportunities. However I don’t want to get a ban on my visa (labour ban) by the government. What options do I have and I cannot find another company willing to pay me 5000/- because most real estate companies offer at the most 4000+commission and some may not even offer that. The problem is real estate agents usually work for commission. I want to leave my company without having the labour ban imposed on me what options do I have, is there something my current employer can do that can help me avoid this ban. Please let me know as soon as possible. I would deeply appreciate it.

    Thanks.

    1. Jared,
      Get an NOC from your current employer. That way you will not have labour ban.

  657. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I badly need your help. Me and wife applied as a waiter and waitress in a restaurant in Ajman however, upon exiting to Kish (holder of visitor visa ) we received our working visa with a different job title mine was a kitchen helper but my wife remains as a waitress. So I said its okay for as long as we are under one company. But what bothers me now is that we have not signed any contract and we are advised to work after we arrived from Kish. I made several follow up for the contract and even offer letter but they only said okay but they never did. Its been a month now and we are planning to quit the job as they don’t treat their employee equally, they said free food but they only give us 1 meal per day (mix vegetable and rice), 2 off per month and no health benefits. Please give us some feedback as to what we can do in our current situation we are also planning to change job and look for a freezone but were not sure if we are exempted with the labour ban.

    Thanks and Regards,

    Michael

    1. Michael,
      if you have a labour card you will get an automatic labour ban for six months

  658. Good day Sir,
    Sir I came here in june 14. this is my 1st job. I am graduate student in B.Com. I am doing a sale job . I have dubai visa but i work in abu dhabi. I need to change the job. If I get another job of salary 5000 before 6th month then will labour ban imposed on me or not. On my contract written that Unlimited.
    Somebody tell me that before 1 yr you need 12000 salary and after 1 year need 5000.

    Kindly tell me.
    Thanks

    1. Shameen,
      There is nothing like that it is all depends on your new job and salary pacakage

  659. Dear Sir,
    I have got termination letter from my company on 17/09/2014 n he gave me one month to find a new job n he will give me NOC also. n he said no need to come office after 25/09/2014 b/c i need to go interviews.. Alhumdulilah, I got an offer letter from another company along with salary nearly double on 27/09/2014 n I have inquired that 6 months ban is enforced . so what will be happened with me & give me advice what to do
    thank & best regards,
    zoya
    (3:10 pm-27/09/2014)

  660. Hi sir .
    My name is usman naeem and i am working in cars group of companies….i got a good job in another company but my visa is not complete……i only complete 1 year but i get offer on behalf of bachelor degree 2500 salary + accomodation….what should i do now….plz help

  661. I am on husband visa, I left my company while under probation and got a 6month labor ban. Is there any way to lift the ban? Can I apply for to free zone companies? Thank you.

    1. Yes you can apply job in freezone.
      If you get better job with better offer (more than what you were receiving ) then there is a possibility to over come the ban considering you have a proper degree

  662. hai deepak sr ,,,,, i am rithesh from abudhabi…………. i am working at emco abudhabi……. i have one offer to another compeny…….. but me joined 11.10,2012… when i am givening cancel bettar u think….. also how avoid the labour ban………………….

  663. mr deepak,

    sir i was terminated from a freezone company only having there the entry permit visa.. is my labor ban and company ban was already lifted or i should look for a freezone company for the replacements?

    thank you in advance…

  664. hi deepak,
    now iam working in a private hospital abu dhabi. i got new opportunity at adnoc semi gov oil company. but iam not completed 2 year limited contract with present sponsor. how can move to new company without ban or any problem. kindly reply

    1. Rency,
      if ADNOC is providing visa directly from immigration then you can join even though you have labour ban

  665. Dear Deepak,

    This is my second month in automotive company as a showroom sales executive. Salary 7500
    Is there is any ban if i will change my job before 6 months.
    I have 2 years BBA attested degree.

  666. hi deepak,

    im new here in uae and i have a work as a security guard in a freezone company arkan/ejadah. im on probation. im here on uae just 1 month and 2 weeks. i still dont have any id. or emirates id. i want to resign because my salary wasnt enough i only recieve 1800 salary for 12 hours of work. i want to change company and find another job. will i get a ban if i resign? i am applying in a private company they will give me 5000 aed salary..pls reply thank you!

      1. Good Day,

        Where do I find my quires and your kind feedback on the my recent request?

        Thank you
        Asif

  667. dear sir,

    20 days before i came here a company by employment visa,interview passed in telephone and i send my passport copy also.they offered Aed 5300/- per month .but i didn’t signed a offer letter or labor contract and not stamped visa also in passport. i have attested pre-degree certificates in my hand,my employment visa profession is follow up clerk. but i came here checked not a good atmosphere in company. now i have other offer AED 5500 Per month and good working conditions.
    If i cancel our old visa any chance to get a labor ban ? how to avoid this ban ? which profession need in new company ?

  668. Hi Deepak,

    I just went to the labor office today with my previous employer to help me in removing my ban. I already pass all the required documents… i just want to know if you have any idea on how long will it take to remove my ban??? i asked the labor officer and he told me it will take 2 weeks to 1 months. i’m so worried about about this because my new employer wants to apply my visa after a 1 week.

  669. Dear Deepak,

    Can you pls me.

    I am graduate, but I have found a job / offer letter of 5000 AED and their requirement is 10th qualification + 2 years experience.

    If I resign shall I get ban or not ?

    Ban depends on persons’s qualification or the requirement of new job?

    Your early reply would be highly appreciated !

    Thanks !

    Sameer

  670. Dear and respected deepak,
    I am An Electrical Engineer and I joined a contracting company on 26 may 2014 (3 months before) my salary is AED 2000 in this job in dubai. one company in abu dhabi is offering me AED 4000 .
    so dear deepak can i change my job with out any ban ?
    If yes than how can i change my job? plz tell me in detail
    I will waiting for your reply…………..

    1. You may face labour ban. To avoid read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  671. Dear Deepak, afternoon to you.

    My question to you is regards to 6 months automatic ban. Reference to same, I have completed 2 years of the present contract & the same was renewed for another 2 years last Feb 2014. Contract spec’s are “Unlimited’.

    Present visa is based on higher secondary(12th Commerce) with Salary Package as AED. 10,000(6 years same employer, but quit for a year). I need to know if I get appointed as Senior Project Manager with new employer offering AED. 15,000 – will that activate the said Ban in spite of having a NOC from present employer? I need your kind advise as I wish to action it on priority basis, at least by end of Oct 2014.

    Thanks, Vishal.

    1. I think if you get a salary higher than 12000 then there won’t be any ban: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

      1. His contract is unlimited Mr.Deepak. Do you think he will get a ban even after he completed two years and new contract is unlimited.

  672. Dear Deepak,
    i have joined a company in dubai 3 months befrore, but there is very small salary and no any benefit, so i want to change my job without facing ban, can you guide me how can i do this? any way for this?
    Thanks

    1. there are chances of getting an automatic ban. in case if you get a job in freezone this ban wont effect

  673. hi bro.!! i joined a company 1 week back on last sunday.!!
    i want to change my company due to many reasons as i doesnot suit me!!
    i got a labour visa also also getting 3000 aed monthly salary i am ACCA and holds a b.sc degree.!!

    brother please tell me weather there is any ban for me as i have not been involved in any of the formalities like medical or emirates card etc if there is any ban can you pleaseeeeeee tell me the ways to lift the ban up as i want to change my job as soon as possible staying here and without going back.

    God bless you
    thanks and regards
    USAMA

  674. Hi. Sorry to bother you again !

    Dear I have got a sales job of 5,000 AED their requirement is 10th class qualification + 2 years sales experience. But I am graduate. (with Attested degree)

    I have completed 1 year in present company.

    Shall I get ban If I join new company ?

    Please reply

    Regards,
    Sameer

  675. Dear Deepak,

    Thanks for your replies.

    I would like to know, If my company gives me NOC can I change my VISA in new company ?

    I had 1 year bound in my present company which will be finished Oct-22nd.

    New company is offering 3,500/

    Reply Awaited !

    Regards,
    Sameer

      1. Hi Deepak,
        I was working in a company with JAFZA visa from June 2013. On this September 2014, JAFZA visa canceled & changed to Dubai visa in the same company. I got a new job in JAFZA. Can I join a new job in JAFZA? Can I avoid ban? Please reply me.

        Thanks!

  676. Hi. Deepak

    As per company contract letter I have one year bound with my present company to change my job in UAE. My Labour card is valid for 2 years. I have found a job of 3,500 AED. (After one year)

    What is the situation in which I can avoid ban?

    Can I avoid ban With NOC from present company or with any ban fee to the ministry of labour?

    My new position is customer relations executive

    Regards,
    Sameer

    1. Sir Deepak :

      Good day!
      I already finished my two years contract last month and i decided to apply in other company because of a salary reason so when i asked one of the staff in our head office what if i will resign then they already renew my new contract they said that i still have a ban? so they are right i still have ban even thought i finished my 1st 2 years contract? pls. help me. thank you!

  677. Hi. Sir,

    I have some problem issue in my company. because of less salary(1600 aed/month including transportation, accommodation and allowance). and i’m working now exactly 1 year this October. Just wanna know if there will be ban issue if i resign now from my company?

    My new salary is 3,500 (Private company)

    1. You may receive a ban. On how to avoid ban read: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

      1. I need help sir. I am currently working in a private company with a working visa of “Civil Engineer” for 4 months (June 06, 2014 – Present). I’m planning to work in a different company. How will i avoid being banned. Note: My salary is below 12k aed right now.

        1. it is possible only if you get better job with higher salary. however it is subject to approval from MOL

  678. Hi Deepak I have been working in dubai in an private company as an supervisor for 3 months in an limited contract.I had got an offer from an new company with a better salary and position,I am an MBA Certificate holder .How can i avoid six months ban.Please give me a reply.

    1. You cannot avoid ban. If you leave now it is possible that you get a ban

  679. Hi deepak, I am currently working under probationary, is there any possibility i can be released by my current employer if the new job offer will be in a free zone area? How much is the possible payable do i need to give to my current employer if i will resign? Will i be banned? Thank you.

  680. hi deepak,
    i have got termination and i have joined 4 month before.my probation period is 6 months.can i look for new jobs?
    will i get a 6 month labour ban.my contrat is unlimited & my job is coordinator job and visais sales.i have heard that when company is terminated during probation period there will be no ban.is it true?can u please guide me …i am waiting for ur reply.

  681. Dear Deepak,
    First time I had worked Abu Dhabi in 2009 to 2012(3 years). Second time I am working with another company from November of 2013 and by this month(september) I completed 10 months.My salary is AED 1300 I would like to change my job to another company .My contract is valid till November of 2015.
    Please help me to know can I go my country now and come again another company without ban?

    1. you may get a ban . you cannot avoid this . This is an automatic labour ban

  682. Hi..

    I am working for a company as Electronics Engineer from 2005 and by this october I will complete 9 years with this same company. My contract is valid till oct 2015.I would like to change my job to another company due to present work atmospehere before Dec 2014. In my labor contract (limited) there is clause that I am not suppose to work on similar field or not possible to start my own business of same kind for another 2 year once I leave present company or completion of contract.

    Please advise. Do I get a ban if I join another company having similar activity.I am working for almost 9 years now and I cant switch my proffession just because of this clause.

      1. Dear Deepak..

        If the present employer pressure to sign any contract at the time of cancellation based on ”
        I am not suppose to work on similar field or not possible to start my own business of same kind for another 2 year once I leave present company or completion of contract.”.. is it valid..is there any chance to get ban or case.. my visa is Electrical installtion and technical sales…salary 15000… new salary will be 28000.00
        Please give me a reply..

        Shahul Hameed.

        1. Jasim,
          Although this is a possibility, implementing this will be hard for any company.
          Few companies do make you sign such contracts as you may be handling crucial things at the company which may be affected if you leave the company and join a competitor.
          This is enforceable in UAE.
          All the best.

          1. Sir , Good afternoon
            I am working still 4 months in one company as sales assistant, But i have got 4000 salary in new company this not free zone company is their any ban or not?

            If i change my jobs in free zone company there will be visa ban or not?
            Please relay answer.

  683. Dear Deepak,
    I am A/C technician in Abu Dhabi private company . my monthly salary is 1200. i want to resign from my current job.Because I have to face a lot of inconveniences for a long time in this company,end of the day, after finish our duties, we have to wait 2 or 3 hours until pick up us, because the company does not have any schedule for that. We are working hardly even though the high heat of the sun in the whole day. Sometimes we will get ill, but there are no any excuses at any time. They don’t care about our pain, at least an illness too.and also there is no place or facility to get our breakfast, lunch or dinner so we have to get our meals like animals with dustful, dirty and uncomfortable environment. Other reason is formans and company has unclear procedures.company could not understand employee’s needs or problems.
    i joined the company in 17th of November 2013 and one year complete in this November.I have 2 year contract.. and I gave resignation letter also.
    Please help me to know i will be ban? and also how can avoid it?
    I’m waiting for reply….

  684. Hi ,

    Pleased to inform you that currently I am working under unlimited contract . I have completed my 8 months of service in my exisiting company . Now I need to switch my job because my company has not fulfiiled the promise mentioned in the offer letter. Please tell me how can I lift the ban ? Give me options

  685. Hello,
    i would like to ask you about the commencement date of the probation period. Does it start on the day i enter UAE on employment visa or on the day my Passport is stamped with the visa. Also i would like to ask you about what to do if “I HAVE NOT SIGNED MY CONTRACT PAPER” or in other words my employer has signed it with my fake signature without informing me. I am looking for a job switch. Can I bring up this issue for getting a NOC. I have also not received my salary since 3 months. So how to go about getting into another firm with a better pay. I’ve been in UAE since 30th March, 2014.

    1. It starts the day you join the company for work. If your employer has forged your signature, it is a crime. Please approach MOL in this regard.

  686. HI DEEPAK, ME NOT INTERESTED WITH MY JOB, I AM LIMITED VISA ABUDHABI, IF I GO AN EMERGENCY LEAVE AND NOT COMING BACK WITH OUT CANCELLING VISA ON PASSPORT WHAT IS THE RESULT AFFECT ME..? ANY BAN WILL COME..? MAY BE AFTER ONE YEAR COMING BACK ANOTHER COMPANY IS IT POSSIBLE ..? WITH OUT CANCEL FIRST VISA IS IT GET NEW VISA..? PLEASE EXPLAIN..

    1. Your risk is that you will be enlisted as Absonding(Black Listed) and your chances of returning to UAE are NIL. It is better to cancel visa and exit the country.

  687. Hi Deepak

    It’s a pleasure to read your articles and blogs on Emirates Diary. I already read the article about the BAN of 6 months if I cancel the contract before 2 years of from my first employer.

    The Issue is this company is in all time loss and didnt pay me for 2 months salary in since May till date.

    I have got a new job in Abu Dhabi and I spoke to my current employer for NOC and he agreed to it. I would like to know will I be able to work for a new company without a ban or do I need to wait for 6 months to get the ban to finish.

    I am a HSC from Maharashtra Board of Education (MUMBAI) specialized in Commerce and my new employer is ready to pay me more than 6000 AED as salary with accommodation and transport.

    I would like to confirm the same details with you in accordance to the labor law of UAE and would like to thank you for your work which really helps us to understand the legal formalities and procedures on UAE.

    1. if your current company provides you release and new company offers with new job and higher designation from yoru current designation then i think there wont be any ban

  688. Hi deepak sir ,good evening .
    I heared previously some professions like doctors ,engineers & exicutive proffesions are excepted from ban . Is it real or any difference . Please let me know . thanks & rregards ………..

  689. Hi Deepak,
    I have some problem issue in my company. because of less salary(1600 aed/month including transportation, accommodation and allowance). and i’m working now exactly 1 year this august. Just wanna know if there will be ban issue if i resign now to my company? Thanks in advance!

  690. Hi Deepak.

    I am fresh Mechanical Engineering graduate from Khalifa University. I got a job as a junior engineer at a private company under unlimited contract. If I get a very high paying job, can I leave within a month or two months if my company gives NOC and release?

  691. Hi Deepak. My Wife was working in a company in Dubai and suddenly they closed the place because they didnt have enough business to run the place. She was working there only for 5 months.. Just want to know whether there will be any BAN for her… it was completely company’s fault not hers.. and if there is how much will be the penalty fees.. If we take an NOC for the employer will it be enough to remove the ban?

  692. Hi

    I was on visit visa and got a job, now i am at my homeland and they issued me a visa but i dont want to go back bcz of less salary i informed them that i m not coming and they have email me ” This is to inform you that the offer is been void and the organization is marking you absconding, so that you will not be allowed to travel to UAE for next 6 months”

    Now in future (after six months) if again i plan to come to UAE on visit visa, will be there any issue or immigration problem??

    Please reply me

  693. Hi Mr Deepak , hope every thing is fine .
    Iam a doctor ,working here in last six months . they posted me in baniyan. i requwsted a letter to hosp administration ragarding provide good transportation with sun screens & and also for some sisters ,those dont have transportation & troubling with public transpost . i didnot argue /quarrel ,just requested through letter only .
    They removed my tranportation also . they sent a letter we dont have transport in ur agreement . so we dont provide .
    so what i can do . can i complain to any body . try to inform me labour rules for rergarding ban for doctors . thanq u .waiting for ur reply .

    1. since you are professional i dont think you will get any labour ban.
      you can approach to MOL

  694. currently i m working in transgulf readymix company ….i m working here from last six days and i don’t want to work in this campany because they had given me an electrical work but i had a bachelor of technology in mechanical engineering.company had given me a visa of plant technician but i m not satisfied with my job because this job is not related to my degree so i want to go back to india ….if the company ban me then what should i do to lift this ban.please take me out from this sitution.

  695. I’m working on a unlimited contract of 2 years as accountant general for a salary of 3000 aed.

    a) Basically , i would like to know if i resign after 1.5 years but before completion of 2 years will i attract ban from the ministry of labour as well from my company?

    b) If the company fires the employee after 1 years of service in this case will the employee get a ban even after Noc

    c) A Clause in the employment contract prohibits in joining rival companies,i.e audit firms within 1 year period after resignation? Will this be effective?

  696. Hi Deepak,

    i got offer letter from new company and currently i am working in free zone .after signing the contract and getting confirmation email from my new employer for welcome to joining company.i resigned from my existing employer.
    Now i am only waiting for cancelation document but still is there any chance that new employer changes there mind and dont apply for my visa.
    Can i take action against them ?

  697. Hi Deepak,
    Me landed on 08/Aug 2014. On interview time they are selected as an accountant general. Now they advice me that I have to handle Administration & HR department & they will not give any training. My Job pressure is too high I cant concentrate on accounts section. My visa is not yet stamped . Can I seek another job ???? If I release from my current company me have any ban????

    Waiting for your valuable reply

    1. Hi Deepak,

      Hope you are doing well!

      I’m not at all satisfied with my current Job profile, I work under unlimited visa contract for 2 years. I am planing to switch my job, my employer also offered me a release(NOC), In case if I get a new job what would be the salary that I should stick with, do I get ban for not completing my 2 years contract.

      Looking forward to you reply soon.

      1. there are chances of getting a labour ban but in case if you get higher salary which is in accordance with MOL slab then there wont be any ban

  698. Hii Deepak

    I am working as an HR in limited contract for two years ; i have completed only 7 months currently. I would like to know how can i switch my job without getting a ban; what are the options available for me . My salary is below 5000 , have taken masters in HR, and have around 4.5 years exp in hr though i am new to UAE. Expecting your expert comments on this matter.

    1. If you get a better job you may have the chances of taking up new opportunity

  699. Dear Sir,

    Presently I’m working for AED 4,500.00 as a sales representative. in dubai.

    I got an opportunity for AED 5,000.00 in a abudhabi company as a quantity surveyor.

    I’m on my 7th month.

    I have a professional diploma certificate also.

    can you guide me that how i can change my visa to new company ?

    1. You may get an automatic labour ban for six month.Kindly check with your new company PRO about the process

  700. Hi Deepak,

    i will be completing my 6 months this coming Aug 11 however i was offered by my previous boss to work with him in his new company with higher salary. i am wondering what do i need to do not to get a ban.
    i am an undergraduate. i have only provided my previous company my HS diploma.. this labour ban is still confusing for me.

  701. hi deepak
    i worked in a private company only for one month because they terminate me.Visa didn’t stamp on my passport and i didn’t get labor card also .But they given me NOC.Will there be any ban??

      1. how to check???i received a document of “ministry of labor – cancel labor card”……..i dont know what to do?

  702. How can I check the ban is existing or not via online ? Is there any way to check that.

  703. Hello Deepak,
    I am working in a contacting company for past 17 months. In my passport tade is marked as asst. Engineer & i have given my btech degree certificate.
    Now i got a new offer for a salary of 9000AED. they are asking me to give my highschool certificate & promised that they will stamp my trade as supervisor can exclude from automatic ban ( slab:more than5000AED)

    Is it ture? Can i resign from the current company

  704. Hello Deepak,

    I am working in local bank in Abu Dhabi, i have unlimited contract my current salary is AED 8000 and my visa is from Abu dhabi it self. Now i am changing my job to other bank in Dubai where my salary is AED 9000, my current bank HR saying to me that i will be having ban as i didn’t complete two year in the organization i just complete one and half year only and the ban from MOL not from us, and my new employer is asking me my secondary degree which i don’t have now, even if i get i have to attested it first. where i have my graduation (BCA) degree attested form UAE can you please advise me is that acceptable if i provide my Graduation degree instated of my secondary degree.

    Waiting for your kind replay as these issues making me crazy…

    Thanks

  705. Hi Deepak,

    I came to know that UAE has a new labor law and according to which an abscond person has to be in UAE to clear the BAN.

    Please confirm.

    Regards
    Ahsan

  706. Dear Sir, I gave a interview in one company which is very new in UAE and still not started. We are like the first emplyee hired by the manager. I got a call regarding the selection and told me to join asap. I’m little worried as its very new company. Will i be get paid on time?? And is it worth it to join this new company.

  707. hi Mr. Deepak,

    I’m currently working in a company for 1 month now, then I got a better offer from another company. Can I resign from my current company and shift to another company without facing any ban? I’m on Wife’s Sponsorship, having 7000 salary from my current company and offered 8000 by the new company. And as informed by HR of my current company, my Labour card application is not yet done. Will i face any problem?

    Waiting for your reply.

    God Bless.

    thanks,
    Don

  708. Hello friends,
    I would like to know if there is as work permit ban for spouse sponsorship those who have not completed 2 years and if ban is there then is there any possibility to get lifted in the ban. Your reply would be a great favor.
    Thanks,
    Rinu

  709. Hello Mr. Deepak

    I am a Bachelor Degree Holder, and my employer is terminating me within the Probation period of 3 months. My current basic salary is 9000 DHS +House rent. Now I am also been offered a Job with a better position and better Basic Salary…What I required to have from my current employer ? OR I just need a higher salary and a better position enabling mr to join the new company…
    Please Help…Looking forward for your suggestions..

    Best Regards.

  710. Hey Buddy,

    Thanks for providing these useful information..

    But I need a huge favour.. my situation is very critical..
    I have resigned my job and cancelled my visa.. now I’m entitled for a 6 months automatic labour ban..

    However I got a job in JLT free zone DMCC with better salary..
    Will it be possible for that company to process my visa without any problem??

    To Sum it up.. Will DMCC process visa for 6 month labour ban?? the reason why its so critical is because I have booked my flight ticket tomorrow..

    Kindly Help!!

  711. Good morning my friend, my name is imran on June 7 I came on company visa and I joined the organization. Till 16july 2014 more then a month I would say my medical is not done and not even emariti card is made now all of sudden the company terminated me and said based on performance issue.how ever company advised me to look for other job and if I get one company is ready to provide mW the Noc letter.could u please advice can I look for other job or will I get 6 months band.the temporary visa which company issued me is getting expired in 31-7-2014.

    My friend please advice me what is The true thing behind this sinerio

    1. Dear Deepak,

      Please be informed that I’ve got an automatic, system-generated 6-month ban after resigning from the current company working for 1 year and 11 months. I came to know this after my new company informed me while they went to apply for a new visa. I have immediately applied for lifting of it attaching NOC, the offer letter and a requisition. The salary I was drawing was Dh.2500 and the new one I am offered is Dh.4000 plus accommodation. Do you think I will still get this ban or is there any way it can be lifted?

      Waiting for your reply. Thanks.

  712. i’m getting AED 4200 salary as a salesman and i want to change my job, i got offer 5000AED position sales supervisor working period is going 4th month please tell me how to avoid a ban?
    my labor contract with current company is unlimited and my qualification is high school. please awaiting your kind reply.

      1. DEAR DEEPAK I WANT TO KNOW I WAS WORKING IN U A E
        IN 2012 THEN I CAME FOR VACATION AT THAT TIME I DIDNT WENT BACK TO MY COMPANY IN RAS AL KHAIMAH DUE TO SOME FAMILY PROBLEM THEN I EMAIL TO MY HR TEAM ALSO AND I PAID MY HIRING EXPENDITURE TO COMPANY .I WAS EXIT FROM IMMIGRATION IN LAST YEAR 25 JULY 2013 NOW ONE YEAR IS GOING TO COMPLETE IS IAM KNOW GOING TO FINISH BAN OR NOT AS PER ME AFTER ONE YEAR BAN WILL BE REMOVE AUTOMATICALLY .MY CONTRACT WAS FOR THREE YEARS ……………………..BUT I LEFT BEFORE CONTRACT ………………………NOW ONE YEAR IS OVER I WANT TO APPLY FOR JOB IN UAE ………,,,,,,,

        THANKS & REGARDS
        Rahul kumar

  713. Hi deepak
    Im working in security company as a security guard..they paying me rite now 1700dhs a month.I already spend 1year…I want to move on in property adviser….they offered me very nice salary. ..5000dhs a month…if a pay to my company for visa charges thats 2200 so im still gona get ban…plz reply soon

  714. Dear Deepak

    i completed my contract of two years and also served the notice period, my boss canceled my visa 8 days before the labour card gets expire, he made me to sign to the cancelation papers and promised me that he will be canceling it aftr the labour card gets end, but he didnt do so and canceled it before the labour card gets end, now i got a new job and my new employers cant process me the visa because its showing a six months of ban for me, and iam helpless, kindly advice me what shud i do…?

  715. dear
    sir,
    thank you for this opportunity to ask you about uae labour card, sir now iam working in a private company which is C category Restaurant, I am almost 18 month here now I want to change company before finish this contract? if there is chance for move this company to another company what I have to do? please give me some advice?
    thanking for your time.

    1. to move to the other company you need to complete your contract period with existing company so that you can avoid ban

  716. Hi Deepak,

    I just completed 2 months in new company, If I resign and obtain NOC, would that be enough to avoid the 6 months ban?

  717. Dear Deepak,

    Really this blog is very informative, its really helping us a lot people like me. Actually am not worried about these Labor bans since i am going to start my Dubai Career from Aug’14 on wards. Its a log way to go for me. But the info which you are sharing is very nice and definitely for people like me its going to help a lot in future.

    Nice Work,…!!! Really appreciate it….!!!

    Best Regards, Shashiraj. S

  718. an employ is being terminated by employer before completion has 2 years contract r before r within the probation period, he will be banned for six month r not and in such case company must give NOC to him to work with another employer.thanks

  719. hi depak,
    i had been working with a company in saudi arabia from mar 2010-april 2012. i left the company with final exit since the company refused to give it. i am getting a job offer to which i have to join in sep 2014.
    would that be a complication in getting the employment visa.
    please advise

  720. Hi Depak,
    i wanted to ask regarding employment in uae.i used to work in saudi arabia in march 2o10-april 2012. i left the company without my final exit as the company woudnt issue me a final exit. now i am getting an offer in dubai in sep2014.
    will there be any complication becoz of not getting the final exit in saudi.

    plz help.
    regrds

  721. Hi Sir Deepak!

    Dear Mr. Deepak,

    I’am just new in the company almost 3months, but i was planning to finish it 1year only. but my contract is 2yrs, beacause i want to change for a better salary and company, if i’am going to resigned. there is a here say that, if i finish 1year in the company, there is no ban in the labour ban, bec, i already finish the 1yr. but in my company i need to pay the company ban it cost 3000dhs, if i get job in Jabeel Ali Free Zone Company can i apply in that free zone without labor ban.? thanks!

  722. hi sir I already resign for my current company and I got good offer monthly salary is7000 and I have diploma sir if he put a ban on me in case of 6 month or 1 year this impeccable on me or not and one other thing sir my new company told to me to send us a visa cancellation paper then he apply for visa but first company not give me he send to me to my country if sir I go to country and send only visa cancellation copy then my visa issow easily or not or come any problem

    1. if you have a labour ban you can come to uae and but you cannot work unless it is in freezone. but if you get an immigration ban you cannot enter UAE

  723. Hi Sir,

    The Ministry of Labor gave me a six months ban, as it shows that I just worked only for 1 year and 4 months in the company. Apparently the truth is I worked for 4 years and 4 months. The previous 3 years was Al Shaya and 1 year and 4 months was Dareen International under Al Shaya Company. Because I worked in Abu Dhabi instead of renewing my Al Shaya contact before, they canceled it and change into Dareen International.

    The question, does the NOC Letter gave my previous company Al Shaya will help to remove the ban? Do I need some requirements together with that letter? To whom I will raise this issue in Labor Department? Please do the needful. Thank you.

  724. Am working as a civil engineer in a private firm and am still in probation. I have got an offer from UAE University which is a government university for the post of research assistant and they pay 6000 per month. Please clear me will I get a ban if I quit my current job.

  725. Hi my name is muhammad thouseef. I have been completed 2years in present company n December . And I renewed my contract before 6 month .. totally I completed 2.6 years if I want to change job is thre will be ban?

  726. Dear Sir Deerpak,

    I would like to ask if my termination letter from my manager is valid its stated that ” As per your request the management has taken a decision to let you go.” but after that day he is being terminated by the owner before me..now I am not comfortable in my work..and the owner wants me to pay for the visa cost..because I reply to the owner that I accept the termination since it is being initializes by my manager.,What I am going to do now? I want to quit now in my job.

    1. if they have terminated you i dont think you will have to pay any visa charges

  727. Dear Friends,

    First I would like to thanks you for these helping with us, later I would like to say that I have been working as accountant ( but my trade in visa is labour trade) with company for 1 year & 2 months, My visa is issued from Sharjah trade licesne and working in another company of the same sponser in abu dhabi, and my qualification is BBA (hons), Since I have joined this job I never received my salary on but after requesting over and over but then they only pay just money to only room rent, and give me to much tension everyday, I am now feed up to work with this company, I can get job in other company,
    My questions is Could I join job in some another company is if I paid for 6 months ban?
    Please Sir, Your Prompt respond is requested?

  728. Hi Mr. DEEPAK,
    My company has put a contract that if i resign,i will get a ban of 2 years in the companies with same nature of job(according to labour law section 127).Is it applicable even if we want to go out of the company after the visa expires or is it applicable only if we leave the company before the visa expires?please advise.

    Thanks

  729. Hello Dear RAHAT here from abu dhabi i have cancled my labor card after expired my visa of 9 months because my boss was open the cased against me but labor court already cancled my labor card and i have cleared my case from court and but now my problem is i want to cancel my visa i was be there in immigration before 3 days but there is penalty around 9000 aed that i can’t pay so how i can cancel my visa please kindly reply me as soon as possible

  730. Hi Depak sir
    Sir I cancled my visa now I get another job now company is refusing to give me my passport they are applying for my visa I am graduate civil engineer I have ban but new company is ready for 12000 agreement now company is creating problem now whats can I do they are forcing me to go to your country and we will give you your passport in airport is it the law of uae that previous company should give me passport in airport now whats can I do plzzzzz help me – See more at: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae#comment-12194

  731. Hi Depak sir
    Sir I cancled my visa now I get another job now company is refusing to give me my passport they are applying for my visa I am graduate civil engineer I have ban but new company is ready for 12000 agreement now company is creating problem now whats can I do they are forcing me to go to your country and we will give you your passport in airport is it the law of uae that previous company should give me passport in airport now whats can I do plzzzzz help me

  732. Hi Deepak,

    my company stop me steel in aprobation period i work with them 2 month. is possible to get ban and do i have on month notice to look for another job?

  733. DEAR SIR,
    I M WORKING AS AN ACCOUNTANT (MY QUALIFICATION BCOM AND MBA) BUT ONLY MY VISA OCCUPATION IS SALES ITS BEEN ONE YEAR SINCE I M WRKING HERE. NOW I WANT TO KNW IF I RESIGN WILL THERE BE ANY BAN ? IF SO HOW CAN BE IT LIFTED? PLZ PLZ REPLY I M WRITING ON THIS BLOG FOR THE FIFTH TIME BUT NEVER RECVD ANY REPSONE SO I BEG YOU TO REPLY

  734. Dear Deepak,
    I Joined the company in 1 Sep 2012.I am working as a Sales Executive.I didn’t received my salary of three months(April 14,May 14 and leave salary of Aug13).Whenever I asks they says their is market outstanding more than 180 days. First collect that all outstanding then only I will get the salary.
    I am holding unlimited contract, though there is only 2 months (6thAug14)left for expiring my labor card.I did post graduation(masters degree) in marketing. My salary is AED 9000.My certificates are attested. How can I quit the job?I am having one job in my hand also.If I go to labour,after cancellation of my Visa shall I get the ban. My wife and my son is under my sponcership.What all benefits I am entitled for on my full and final settlement. Please suggest me how to come out from this trap.Waiting for your positive reply.
    Thanks and Regards

  735. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    I have completed 1 1/2 years in current company i want to change company, if i get job in Jabeel Ali Free Zone Company
    can i change company without labor ban.

      1. Hello Deepak, i seek urgent help from you.
        I am an expat women on my spouse visa.
        I joined an Events & Media Company on april 22nd, 2014, i have only been given a offer letter, however until now i have not received my wages nor a labor card. its a small team where the owners told me they will be applying for my labor card during the interview. i asked for my salary on 10th June 2014 and they said since i have not met my target i will be paid only minimal, i discussed with them that i need my full salary as i am under probation and getting business in the first month is not possible also they should have discussed this before the pay day and not after 1.5 months.
        Can i take a legal action? since i do not have a labor card?
        my salary was decided to be 8500dhs and now they are delaying even the half of it.
        there is a clause that if i do not meet my target they will mutually discuss a remuneration but i assumed it is not applicable for the first 6 months

        1. since you have no labour card and contract it is not adivsible to give complaint

      2. Hi Deepak. I have completed my one year job in present company. now i want to move to another company. i have master degree and my visa is unlimited. Six month ban will apply on me or not ?? if another company offer me a good salary and Good profession plz reply

  736. Hello Deepak,
    Myself Dilip is working in a Medical center in Dubai on a two year contract.During the time of interview they told me that my work is for corporate tie up and after coming here my actual work is distributing pamphlets on the road.Am a post graduate and my visa is made on my graduation certificate.On my appointment letter it is written that I will be on probation for 6 months.So will I face a labor ban if I change jobs during the probation period.
    Kindly reply.

    1. if you are still on probation and company terminates you i dont think you will face any ban (if company provides you release)

  737. Hi, I’m Sujan..currently I’m working as a sales executive for one electronics company since more then 2 years..I have completed my contact of 2 years..Now I want to switch from this company to another company which is paying my good salary..I have already resigned from my previous company and now at the time of visa cancellation the company is stating that I’ll have ban for six months as the salary is less then 5000.. so is it true that I will be banned for 6 months..isn’t there any other choices to cancel that ban??????

    1. yes if you have a ban then you need to wait till it get finish otherwise you need try for a job with more salary or in freezone

  738. hi depak sir
    i am civil engineer i start work in march 2014 after 2 months company told me we don’t need any engineer i am still in probation period unlimited contract as a CIVIL Engineer my visa is stamped on my passport then i registered complaint in MOL then the court judgment is that company cancel me as normal now i want to conform that if unfortunately company impose me immigration ban then whats will i do.
    and whats about the labor ban how i avoid from it

    Read more: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae#ixzz341cZipll

    1. company cannot impose any immigration ban without any proper document. you may get an immigration ban but if company gives you release you can avoid that

  739. Hi, I am presently working as building manager in dubai. I am an engineer and my sponsor/employer issued me archive clerk visa. My contract is limited for two years but I want to switch my job and join a real estate as an agent. Please guide me about the possibility of getting a labour ban if I switch my job, provided I have higher qualification.Your reply would be really appreciated.

  740. hi depak sir
    i am civil engineer i start work in march 2014 after 2 months company told me we don’t need any engineer i am still in probation period unlimited contract as a CIVIL Engineer my visa is stamped on my passport then i registered complaint in MOL then the court judgment is that company cancel me as normal now i want to conform that if unfortunately company impose me immigration ban then whats will i do.
    and whats about the labor ban how i avoid from it

  741. Hi sir.. I am on unlimited contract. I am working for 1 yr and 2 months.. I forwarded a written resignation but a week had passed i still didnt get their signature if they accept it or not. So i decided to send it thru email and by fax. Is it ok if i did it a week after the start of my notice period? They said they not going to cancel my visa right away after my notice period and will make all the way to delay the cancellation. Can you pls help me what is the best thing i can do to get their signature and ensure they will cancel me the day after my notice period. I also have company waiting for me to transfer with them so i really needed to be cancel as soon as possible. Am I also entitled for a gratuity because they also said it will only be given if i finish my contract. Thank you so much sir. Hoping for your response since my notice period will end up this 24th of june. Godbless sir and more power to us.

    1. It is better to give resignation personally rather than through email and get the acknowldegement on paper

  742. Hi left my previous job which i served for2 years and the new compqny where i have received job has issued my visa but i dnt want to come back on that visa as i got another better offer and that company os asking me submit my visa cancellation paper so i told the 2nd company i dnt want to work with ull and cancel my visa as it is only a pink slip so they have cancelled that but i have given my 1st companies visa cancellation papers to the new company to isuue my visa will there be any problem

    1. yes if you received your entry permit then for sure your work permit is approved and your new company will not be able to proceed with your labour card

  743. Hi deepak, so happy to find a place to find solutions to various situations. Kudos to your efforts

    i work in dubai for almost two years now and i want to switch jobs. i need answer to a particular query. i am an Indian with indian passport having my current emmployer’s visa, ill be soon traveling back to India for my 2 year break holidays, in that time ill be making european passport, surrendering my indian paspport, i have informed the company but havent given clear answer. could u let me know how things will move ahead ??? ill be applying for new job based on european passport..

  744. hi im on limited contract completing 1 and 5 months as receptionist and now I already have my MOH license as nurse, is there any way I can transfer and practice my profession without having a ban? pls reply to my question

      1. hi im Shabeer last two month before i join in this company, i don’t like to in company , so if go from UAE i can come back r what….This is first time in UAE….

      2. Dear Deepak,

        I am in hold pool in Emirates airline for a ground crew position. But don’t know when I will hear from them. It might take months. But my grace period after cancellation of previous residence visa runs out in a week. So I am applying for husband’s sponsorship. I please want know would it be a matter to be employed with Emirates being under husband’s sponsorship?

        Thank you

  745. hi deepak,

    i didnt signed contract nor may medical has been completed and iam on 60 days employment visa( 2DAYS LEFT) the company has terminated me and gave me NOC and TERMINATION letter.

    I FOUND A NEW JOB AND IAM A CIVIL ENGINEER BACHELOR DEGREE HOLDER SO WILL I GET A BAN ?
    IF I GET THE BAN HOW CAN I REMOVE IT PLS REPY ME THANK YOU.

  746. Dear Deepak
    I have completed my first visa period of 2 years as sales executive in an Establishment Company in Abudhabi ( salary Aed 1500) and i renew the visa in december 2014 with same salary for 2 yrs period. Now its six month and i got an another offer for better salary in abudhabi. If i cancell current my visa will i get any ban?

      1. Dear Deepak

        Thank you for your information. I need some clarification, kindly reply for this.
        1. Is there visa transferring is possible for me. If my current company allow to transfer my visa to the new firm, is this possible.??

        2. I completed my first visa of 2 years and the second visa on 6th month, still i have a chance to get ban??? Kindly explain it will helps lots of people.

        1. I think there is no transfers now .
          I dont think you get a ban since you have completed the 2 years in the company. Any how it depends on your contract.

  747. hi,
    my visa is production manager, I joined here in last 22.05.14. my medical is over, visa is not stamped in passport. can I joined in another firm after completing the 30 days notice period.
    can I avid the ban if my salary more than 7000. am a diploma holder.

  748. Hi Deepak,

    Iam a B.SC Nurse currently working with a medical center from may 2013,but my labour card was issued on october 2013.It is a unlimited contract.Is there anything can be done to lift by ban before completing my contract period(if i complete 1 year of my labour contract).Please reply .

  749. Hello Deepak,
    I work in RAK free zone and have been provided with a contact period of 3 years. If i leave the job after 2 years, will I be ban; even if i complete my notice period.

    And if the ban is imposed, what are possible options for me.

    Kindly advise me….

  750. Help, I just submit my resignation with my current company here in Abu Dhabi since I’m moved here, 1 year and 3months the salary always comes late and it’s like been a tradition and worse is that we used to received 2 month delayed salary. And every month end… it’s like you’re begging for what is rightfully yours. Everybody has obligations on the family and need to settle every month end. Nobody in the company has the courage to go to MOL for they know that it will be burden to them as you need to present there and will acquire more time and effort. Fortunately, I got job in free zone area and double the salary I’m receiving and also informed me that ban will not be an issue
    I just want to ask, is there any problem or will my current employer can make any problem about it?

  751. Hello Deepak,

    I am working as Sales mng in an 2 year old General trading llc company in dxb under unlimited contract. Visa/labour card/ EID card and etc….done.

    Now i am in 5 month of service and am not happy…i got an better higher offer and good position in freezone.dubai.

    My ? is : 1. is there any ban i am get other than labour bar for 6 months.
    2. what is the possibility of lifting the ban.
    3. May the company impose any other ban …….

    I await for your advise…..

    thanks in advance……

  752. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    Wow! I’ve been searching the internet for days now and finally had read your article which by the way is helpful to me.

    But please help me one more time, you mentioned this “The new employer needs to submit the employee’s educational qualification certificates, which does not need to be attested at this stage”.

    Meaning it doesn’t necessarily means that the DIPLOMA SHOULD BE ATTESTED. Because my new employer is willing to lift the ban. And I had provided them my High School Diploma which is NOT attested.

    I am so hoping its not a pre-requisite.

    Thanks a lot! More power!

  753. Mr. Deepak,

    I’ve been hearing some rumor that our company which is located in JAFZA will be implanting a ban – though I am not certain which kind of ban – if any of my colleagues would leave the company without completing the 2yrs contract and aside from this it’s already been imposed that leaving employees will have to pay a fine amounting to 1 and a half month of their full month salary.

    Anyway, my main concern is regarding the BAN for those who has yet to complete 2yrs of service to the company. Is there any truth to this -considering that we are in FREEZONE (the BAN was said to be applicable for a FREEZONE to FREEZONE transfer) and if not, does the company have any ways of implementing this BAN if no criminal case or any violation was made by the employee?

    Please help me clear my mind. You may contact me thru my e-mail address if you have more details to provide or more information to clarify.

    1. Correction, I just received the memo partially signed. Still, there’s a big chance that this will be implemented to our company. Really hoping that you can help.

      I am an IE graduate and am looking for another company. Please respond.

      Thank you so much for your time.

    2. Correction, I just received the memo, partially signed. Still, there’s a big chance that this will be implemented to our company. Really hoping that you can help.

      I am an IE graduate and am looking for another company. Please respond.

      Thank you so much for your time.

  754. Dear Deepak,
    I have completed 3 month in LLC company & I want leave this company . I got new job in free zone company. So will I get ban

  755. Hello Deepak,

    I have automatic ban of 6 month but i got NOC from previous employee. And showed that NOC in labor dept but they said this is not NOC. Now i dont know in which format they want NOC. Follwing content i have mention in my NOC.

    This is to inform you that Mr. Rahul holding Indian Passport no: xxxxx who was working as archives clerk since 23.10.2013 has resigned from his services with Blueberries LLC as of 09.03.2014. However, please note that we have no objection for Mr. Rahul transfer his employment to your sponsorship.

    We would appreciate of you validate your sponsorship transfer by providing this company with a copy for our record.

    This certificate was issued by request of Mr. Rahul with no further obligation from this organization.

    Now i dont know what kind of NOC they want. Please help me. Just give me any kind of NOC format is their with you.

  756. I have got a job in Abudhabi and iam going to my home country for visa change, what will happen i don’t come after they have issued visa, will there be a ban.

    1. If they issued visa and if they come to know you have no plans to come back they may hold your visa without cancelling it. If they do so you may face problem

  757. HI sir,
    I am Cleaner in Dubai with a 2 years contract and still on probation which will end next year. but I hop to quit my job and join a security company that pays a bait higher salary than my current one. my contract is unlimited after probation. can I be banned for canceling my current contract before expiration?

  758. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    thank you for your article, it is very helpful and informative. Please answer my query.

    I am working for only 10 months here in my company, unlimited contract, salary is 3,800/month. I received an offer from another company and basic salary is 10,000 + housing and transportation allowance. my question is, if i resign will i receive a labor ban? and how to avoid it? i am an industrial engineer.

    Will highly appreciate your feedback.
    thank you

  759. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    thank you for your article, it is very helpful and informative. Please answer my query.

    I am working for only 10 months here in my company, unlimited contract, salary is 3,800/month. I received an offer from another company and basic salary is 10,000 + housing and transportation allowance. my question is, if i resign will i receive a labor ban? and how to avoid it? i am an industrial engineer.

    Will highly appreciate your feedback.
    thank you

    Your comment is awaiting moderation.

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  760. i star working from a compaany last april 1, 2014 got my employment visa last may 1, 2014. my question is, i want to look for another since i really don’t like my invironment, my medical is not yet done, can i cancel my visa without any problem from the labour???

    1. if your labour approval is done you may face some problem. however it is depends on case

      1. Hi Mr. Deepak,

        thank you for your article, it is very helpful and informative. Please answer my query.

        I am working for only 10 months here in my company, unlimited contract, salary is 3,800/month. I received an offer from another company and basic salary is 10,000 + housing and transportation allowance. my question is, if i resign will i receive a labor ban? and how to avoid it? i am an industrial engineer.

        Will highly appreciate your feedback.
        thank you

        1. Mr. Ash,

          Do you mind sharing some contact details regarding your new employer? I myself am also an IE and currently looking for a new company.

          Hoping for your response.

          [email protected]

          Thanks

  761. Hello deepak.

    i am an engineer, i got an offer with 6000dhs. If i bring Noc,cancellation they will take me.they guarantee me no ban.

    i worked 10month only in current company with limited contract.

    Is ther any ban.

  762. Hey my deepak.

    I just joined the company with salary as 6500 it had 3 months probation period. But due to companys financial they terminated me with in 2 months and they said they will give no objection letter mentioning it was thier financial problem due to which i was terminated . Even in the ministry of labour they will mention it was thier problem that they terminated will i have a ban or not ? Since company is ready to coorperate to give letters or what ever is nedded to prove it was companys financial problm and thier fault. And visa is not stamped yet on the passport i just completed the entry exit process please let me know thanks

    1. since u r on probation and company wants to give release i dont think you will face any problem

  763. Hi i worked in dubai from 2010 to 2013 as electrical engineer. on jan 2014 i have resigned my job due to some family issues and i switched to new company now. In my present new company have some salary issues salary not getting in correct time. So now i got a offer in dubai for 6000 AED as salary. if i resign my job now whether i will get ban or not ?? I am not even comp 6 months in this company. my profession is electrical engg . certificate is attested. pl suggest me i will get ban or not???

  764. PLEASE REPLY TO THE BELOW QUERY……………

    Hello deepak….please provide me the info that m working in a company for arounf 5-6 months and stay in abu dhabi…..however my husband works in dubai…..can i leave this job and work once i come on my husbands sponsorship after i leave this company……will the labour ban or the company ban applied be effective…please help me…..thanks

      1. Will company ban effective……will i get the visa from the new company…….

  765. i have came on a visit visa and i am a graduate worked as an accountant in a contracting company and they sent me back
    four months later, they sent me a labour visa and promised that they will shift it to an accountant visa. Four months have passed and they have not converted the visa to an accountant visa.
    (i) If I resign from the company giving them a month’s notice will I get a six–month ban?
    Ban can be lifted based on person’s qualification
    Your comment is awaiting moderation.

  766. i have came on a visit visa and i am a graduate worked as an accountant in a contracting company and they sent me back

    four months later, they sent me a labour visa and promised that they will shift it to an accountant visa. Four months have passed and they have not converted the visa to an engineer’s visa.

    (i) If I resign from the company giving them a month’s notice will I get a six–month ban?

    Ban can be lifted based on person’s qualification

  767. HI Deepak,

    Currently i’m working in LLC company in abudhabi. I finished my 1 yr and my contract is unlimited. currently i have computer engineer visa stamped on my passport. I got an offer in dubai from private company. They offering me 7000 AED and can i lift my ban by showing HSC certificate, even i have degree certificate. What is the solution? PLease assist.

  768. If i receive AED 2200 as a salary and i want to change my job, to avoid a ban how much my second salary must be?

  769. Hi Deepak,

    Good day. I was employeed in Dubai Healthcare City last April 2014 under unlimited contract. However, I want to resign because I have an offer in Abu dhabi. I just finished my medical test and my visa is still for stamping. I already applied for Emirates ID. My concern are the following
    a. can they impose labor or immigration BAN?
    b. how about the visa stamping, do i need to wait for it?

    I am hoping for your immediate response. Thank you and more power

  770. Hello deepak….please provide me the info that m working in a company for arounf 5-6 months and stay in abu dhabi…..however my husband works in dubai…..can i leave this job and work once i come on my husbands sponsorship after i leave this company……will the labour ban or the company ban applied be effective…please help me…..thanks

    1. Yes you can leave job and come under husband sponsorship but you may face ban

  771. Hii Deepak
    I am working in a company in abudhabi and my contaract is unlimited one with AED 3000 as total salary, my visa is valid till feb 2015, now am getting an offer from a dubai based company (not free zone ) their contract is 5500. can i shift the job, if their is any ban, if any what all had to do inorder to avoid ban, my current designation in visa is purchase rep. the certificate what i had submitted is my higher secondary certificate

      1. hi deepak,
        my contract will get completed on 7th june. so i gave my letter stating that i am not interested in renewing my contract(on 6th may) ,but now my employer is telling that i not need to come from next week and he will cancel my visa very soon,
        in this case what i will do 😕 or whether i will get any BAN for my new job,? kindly advise meee…
        Your comment is awaiting moderation.

      2. hi Mr. deepak! i am working with private company for 1 year and 3mos under 2 years limited contract then i got a job offer from Emaar. would there be a ban for me if company gives 1 year ban. appreciate ur assistance. thank you

    1. hi deepak am working in dubai for light vehicle driver but my sponser suddenly cancelled my visa i will get any ban

  772. HI I WAS COMPLETED SIX MONTH FOR CIVIL ENGINEER FOR UNLIMITED VISA CAN I CHANGE ANY CHANCE FOR NEW COMPANY FOR WITHOUT BAN

  773. Dear Deepak,

    I am working in a private company with 8,000 salary (Not a freezone).
    when they did my visa in sep 2013, my university degree wasn’t out yet.

    I got an offer now for 12,000 with a company in the freezone, and my degree is now out. Will I get a ban if I move provided I give them a month’s notice and get an NOC?

    1. Dear Adam,

      I you are going to get a job in a freezone company with a freezone visa, there will be no labor ban at all.
      Cheers!

  774. Hi deepak iam working in a semi -goverment bank my contract is for three years and i hav finished 2 years of the contract will i get a ban if i switch to another goverment bank or anyother option of how i will not get the ban? Please assist

    1. Since you have completed your 2 years i dont think you will face any ban. However it is depends. If you get a job from government labour ban wont applicable.

  775. Hello ,

    Please suggest….one of my frnd is working in abu dhabi wth package of 3500…..only six months of the job , my frnd got a good package in dubai 6000…..how to go about…..if incase the old company does not give NOC..is the any alternate…….

      1. If the earlier company agrees to give NOC….after that whts the procedure from my end…..pls give details.thanks

  776. Hi Deepak..
    I am currently working as an Accounts Assistant in a Private Limited company, and about to complete my one year in June.
    I am not satisfied with my salary as it is just 2.5k.
    Seeking advice as to how can I get out of this situation without any severe consequences, and continue working in Dubai…

    Thank You..

  777. My company is in free zone and got a new project in an Island in Adudhabi and its a must that people working in the island should have abudhabi visa and so they are going to change all the people going to work in island to abudhabi visa.Am a mechanical engineer and i have been working for almost 9 months. I would like to know if i will get a 6 ban if i change my company while working in abudhabi visa.Kindly advise

  778. hi
    iam an HR Manager in Dubai , privet company.
    we hired a new Civil Engineer , he was working with another company with limited contract
    salary was 20K
    we offer him 25K and he resign from his old office after 1 year of working with them,
    unfortunately MOL system shows that he is serving ban .
    previous employer said that they didnot request any ban

    so how to solve it ?

  779. Hi i worked in dubai from 2010 to 2013 as electrical engineer. on jan 2014 i have resigned my job due to some family issues and i switched to new company now. In my present new company have some salary issues salary not getting in correct time. So now i got a offer in dubai for 6500 AED as salary. if i resign my job now whether i will get ban or not ?? I am not even comp 6 months in this company. my profession is electrical engg . certificate is attested. pl suggest me i will get ban or not???

  780. HI DEEPAK,

    one of the consultant company hired me and i am working with client of this company ..its 4 month contract . and 4 months are about to complete..my visa is employment visa.of 2 years.i have offer from another company .if i resign the present company will i get the ban . my salary is now aed 5500…and i am getting offer of aed 7000

  781. I am about to sign a contract for Sales position which is 3000 basic salary, I want to be a cabin crew for Emirates Airlines but have to wait 2 months to apply. The salary is higher and better benefits for Emirates Airlines so would I be able to change jobs with no problems? I’m a High school graduate.

    Thanks

    1. if Emirates Airlines consider visa from directly from immigration then i dont think you will get any ban

  782. Im working in a Freezone and wants to transfer in an LLC. Is there a ban? I haven’t finish my two years contract. How to lift a ban if there is?

    Thankyou in advance.

  783. I just have a question. What If Im working in a freezone and wants to transfer to LLC but contract is not yet finish is there anyway a ban can be lift? or will I get a ban?

    1. there wont be any labour ban in freezone . Company may impose a immigration ban if you are not completing your contract period

  784. sir i am working in advertising company…this company no rule and no time 24 houre working and not pay me overtime and no holiyday…so plz tel me what i can do sir….i am go labour cout …….. now i am complet my 4 months ….if i am leave this job …so my boss can ban me…1 year or only six months………….plzzzzzzzzz reply sir

  785. hi,

    i hv attested degree certificate ,my present salary is 6500 AED and my designation is follow up clerk and completed 8 months of 2 year contract.now i got offer for 12000 AED. In case Employer not giving NOC, whether there will be a ban? i heard there wiil not be a ban for more than 6000 AED salary

    thanx in advance

    Raj

    1. Decision will be taken by the authorities from MOL whether to impose ban or not

  786. Hi Deepak,
    I was signed my new job contract as executive secretary for 45 hours per 5 days week . (7:00 am to 4:30 pm)
    And start working since 19th March 2014. I live in Dubai and working on site in Taweelah, Abudhabi.
    Now they are demanding me to work for 10 hours plus half an hour lunch. It means 7 am to 5:30 p.m. (52:30 hours)
    And claim overtime.

    First of all they have not provided any transportation and it costs me a lot. All these things are not at all mentioned before. And moreover private transportation is not easily available to do committed trips everyday.
    Not only that since employer is compelling me to work for more hours without providing transportation. And also I wouldn’t have signed my contract for that long hours since I live in Dubai.
    I am on 3 months probation and my salary is around 12,000/ per month. I just finished 6 weeks in the company working for 45 hours a week with my own transportation paying AED1,500/- per month.
    Even that transport is going to stop my trip and other hand my company is compelling me to work for more hours.
    This is not possible and I have to leave the job.else i may spoil my health.
    My question is:\
    1. If I leave what notice period I must give?
    2. out of 90 days probation I finished 6 weeks
    3. is there ban? And ban for how many months?
    4. is it possible they pay my salary for 6 weeks? (havn’t rec’d salary yet)
    I am in single status and i have no other support. I want to work.

    please advise

  787. Hi Deepak,

    I have been working as a waiter in Abudhabi since 23 March 2013 it’s been 1 Year & I have 2 years contract. now i want to change my company in dubai & i have got offer letter from Freezone .
    it will ban or not

  788. I am working in a LLC company(consultant) from 14 July 2013, and in my VISA profession is specified as Sales, but actually I am a Software Engg.. Still I didn’t got attested in my educational certificate. I was working in a client place and that project was over on 13 Apr 2014. Now I am searching for another project. I got selected in another client through my current company and also I got another offer with little bit more salary than what I am drawing now. This 2nd offer is through another company. Since I have completed only 9 months with my current company, will be there any ban if I take the 2nd offer(that is new company offer). If so is there any solution for this. Please clearly explain.

      1. Dear Deepak,

        Currently i am working in LLC and my labour is accepted and waiting for the medical and emirates ID for the visa Stamping,But specified company is not good as they specified in the offer letter.Is there any way to change the job during their probation period?.

  789. Dear Deepak,

    Good Afternoon, i am Karthik. i need some information… my visa expiry Date in 25/7/2015 and now my visa Profession in Clerk. Then next month only Profession changing in visa for supervisor. so my visa expiry date is changing or Same as comming.

    Other one Supervisor visa canceling is 6month ban comming?

    1. I have no idea about this. Better to check with your PRO

      Yep you may get a ban

  790. please how can i knw if a company is a free zone or not, i am working in a company with L.L.c, please what is the meaning of the LLc, im in my 5month and my probation period is 6months, can i change my Wrk after six months without any ban since my salary is very low, please help me coz i dont want to make any mistakes

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  791. please how can i knw if a company is a free zone or not, i am working in a company with L.L.c, please what is the meaning of the LLc, im in my 5month and my probation period is 6months, can i change my Wrk after six months without any ban since my salary is very low, please help me coz i dont want to make any mistakes

    1. LLC is not a freezone. It is Limited Liability Company. If you work for a LLC and if you leave the job without completing the contract you may have the chances of getting an automatic labour ban.

  792. sir i recently accept an offer letter on 3500 salary & waiting for joining from employer, as they are saying in 4-5 days we call you to join for training, meanwhile i got another offer on 5000 salary, how to handle the situation. is there any labour ban if i refuse the accepted offer and goes to sign the offer 5000.
    note: i am on visit visa employer A might send my documents for visa approval as they get my original degree from me .

    1. since your employment visa is not processed so far you can take up the second offer . No issue.
      But make sure you have no working visa

  793. hi, deepak M.
    I want to know about how to check the ban because my visa is finish and I want to come back and check I think my boss have a authority to make a ban, how to check.

  794. Hello sir good morning,
    I was working in my previous job as a graphic designer, and my visa is already completed 12 feb, 2014.
    and now in new company they give me a short term visa as a company name..
    can you tell me how long short term visa or . old company will have a authority to give me a ban. ?. because my visa is complete then I leave the job … 12 feb my visa completing date or leaving uae 12 march … ? so tell me

    1. Sorry i have no idea about short term visa. You need to check with the immigration.

  795. dear deepak

    presently im working in abu dahbi as a electrical engineer with unlimited visa. i have completed 5 months.and i got job offer from schlumberger oil and gas company as technician with 5k aed.. so is there any ban for oil companies?? can change my job profile from engineer to technician??

    regards

  796. Hi Deepak

    its me latheef again i have forgot to mention in previous comment that i ama holding a unlimited visa . so in this is this case kindly let me know is there is any ban.

  797. Hi Deepak,

    its been 6 month i am working as an accountant in a llc firm in Dubai. my visa is stamped based on my graduation certificate. my profession is accountant general and my current salary is 3000 aed. now my company is running on lose and they about to wind up the business. could you please tell me is there would be a ban in this case. if yes kindly let me know how to uplift without affecting my career. Eagerly waiting to here from you soon.thank you

  798. I work with new company for past 3 months and they terminated me without any termination notice and asked me to search for a job and they will transfer visa, if i pay my last 3 months salary back to them which i paid 50%. Now i got a new job and asked them to cancel my visa but they are not cancelling and looks like they want to play. Whats the justice for me where can i go?

  799. Hi Deepak,
    I am working in a company for the last 19 months as a post of commercial Underwater Diver. At present ,company don’t have any project that’s why I received a call from the company and company said to me that they don’t have any job so if want to cancel your visa then you can come here and cancel the visa.
    So if I cancel my visa then I will get six month ban or not ?

  800. Good morning, please I want you to help me on this question. I have completed my probation period in my company. This is my seventh months, and I am on unlimited contract, if I found a new job will my company have any reason to ban me?

  801. Dear deepak.i m optpmetrist having moh licence. In my second limited contact I finished already 15 month now I have a better salary offer from a private hospital. I want to know wether they can ban me or not.

  802. Just want to ask, Im going to transfer to a new company and I need to serve my 30days notice with my current company. can they cancel my employment visa while serving my 30days notice? so i can give the cancellation page to my new employer to process my new visa? Or I need to finish my notice before it can be cancelled? Pls help…. Thanks then is it compulsory again to exit to my country if I got anodather job from freezone / government.

  803. Hi Deepak. I am working with a Real Estate company from last 3 months. But I am not happy. I am getting a better job with a salary of 6000 aed having a bachelors degree. Is there a ban on me??? And if I will get a job in freezone company still the ban will apply or not?? please help me bro

    1. You may get an automatic labour ban for six months. But this ban wont affect if you get an opportunity to work for freezone

  804. I am in an unlimited contract, after I completed my 1 year of service in my company, I am planning to resign. Do I have a ban if I will do that?

  805. Dear Deepak,

    I just like to get some ideas about changing a job here in Dubai. Currently, I’m working as a secretary for a private company with an unlimited contract. I started with them on Aug 1, 2012 (19 months) however in the labour contract, it is mentioned as from Sept 2, 2012

    And now, I would like to move to another company, which is a LLP located in TECOM, with the same salary and position, will I be getting a ban for some sort of?

    I appreciate your response at the earliest. Thanks!

  806. Dear Mr. Deepak
    My friend visa completed 2 years and renewed before 6 months he want to change another company any ban is there or to be paid any fines pls. suggest me.

  807. I am a Certified Chartered Accountant (with an attested certificate) working as an Accounts manager for 2 years and have just reneewed my contract for another 2 years (about 1 month back). I wish to quit next month. Can a labor ban be imposed either my MOL or by the current employer?

  808. Dear Sir, i have been working with a company fr last 2 and half month now. Today i got offer from one company where salary offered is more then 5000aed plus i have bachelors degree. will i b able to change my jor the ob without any issue? Or the current company will make some issue. Please reply asap. thanks

  809. Dear Deepak,

    iam working in a company in alqoose ind area dubai for the last 6 months. Now i get job offer from Jabel ali freezone company. is there any ban? my current employer will give NOC to me

    Please reply me

  810. Dear deepak,

    iam working in a company in dubai for the last six months but now the company facing some financial problems now iam in a critical stage may be my job will lose. can i look for another employer ? is there will get ban to me? what i will do?

  811. I have 6 months probation period , in Engineer designation.
    I want to go immediately to my country, after that i will come back .

    Is there any problem , my work permit will be canceled or not

    my company yet not completed my residence visa procedures

    please help?

  812. Dear Mr. Deepak,

    I am still under probationary period in my present company but i am planning to transfer to a new one, however, my contract is limited. Will there be any labour ban imposed to me?

    Or can i transfer anytime?

    1. There is nothing like transfer. You may get an automatic labour ban for six months

      1. Dear Sir, i have been working with a company fr last 2 and half month now. Today i got offer from one company where salary offered is more then 5000aed plus i have bachelors degree. will i b able to change my jor the ob without any issue? Or the current company will make some issue. Please reply asap. thanks

  813. Thank you for your concern, if I get freezone job or job under gorvenment is it a most for me to cancle my current job before I can start new job in freezone then what’s the different between visa cancle and resign. Thanks

  814. In my Labor ID card the date of expiry is at 6 November 2013,But in my passport it will complete in 27 December 2013.My visa was cancelled on the 17th of November 2013.

    Is there the possibility of a ban?

  815. Hi
    This is syed Ali ,

    i am working here in UAE and with the current employer i am working from 10 months and now i want to change my visa with an other employer .

    i have Secondary school certificate which is attested from uae embassy .

    so is this certificate is enough to lift the 6 month ban.

  816. Good day Mr Deepak,

    kindly assist me as I am working in a company since 7months as I want to change my job , just wanted to confirm if I get a offer in a semi Gov company and the salary would be more than 5k will there be any ban?

  817. Hi Sir, I want to ask if how can you know if you have labor or immigration ban?

  818. hai deepak sir,
    i am riyas,i am working in dubai based private company in last
    8 month ,my contract is unlimeted visa
    i am not satisfied in my job .i want to chnage my job this posible .
    i will get any ban pls help me

  819. Hi Sir, my visa as house maid had been cancelled on August 2013 then I worked in Cleaning Company for 4months with out visa. my employer just keep on promising every time I asked him. Then I left the Company and still searching for another work. my original passport is still with my boss and he will not give me if I will not pay my balance worth AED 800 for the money that I owed to him.

    I found one company who is willing to process my visa.What shall I do, do i need to pay my penalty or shall i file in court to reduce my penalty.

  820. Hii Sir, Am completed 10 months with the current employer as senior sales engineer and i want to change my job now, so is there any penalty shall I bear ? Also with month of notice period can I get relaease

  821. Hi Sir,
    I am a graphic designer. am working in one private company. its been 8 month only. actually in my contract. salary will be 5000. but for the last 4 month am getting only 3500. when i ask my full salary. manager saying here no more work happening. when more works will coming . then suddenly i will give your full salary. what can i do for this situation ? if i go to other freezone company is there any ban ?

    please help me.

  822. hello…My company sent me visa while i was in pakistan,they said it is permanent job,when i came here they told me within 10 days that we want more experience person,so we will cancel ur visa,kindly do tell me what should i do and how much time i have here now?

  823. dear sir deepak,
    i would like to ask/know if our company license was hold by ministry of labor does it effect everything regarding the cancellation of visa? if im right on my knowledge only the affected one was processing visa for labor and not for the cancellation of any visa which is terminated and resigned thru the company, can you please give me an advice regarding this, because i already resigned on my company due to lack of many things such as super late on giving our salary plus too much working hours working. i was only working for only 7 months in this company and try my luck on other company, please help me to find a good answer on my worried mind thanks and regards/

    1. Sorry I dont have any information about your issue and I am trying to get update. Sorry about that.

  824. I Completed 1yr but company told they will give release/transfer.
    is it possible to get release in UAE?

    1. You may get a ban but if your company provides you release or NOC then the concerned authority from MOL will decide whether to extract ban or not

  825. hi,
    i am on my 8th month of limited contract in a private company as assistant engineer. projects are gone so they need to reduce employers and i am one of them. the company will give me complete release and all the papers i need like NOC. will i have a ban? thank you!

  826. I am working in a contracting company as engineer and have just completed 8 months.

    I got another offer and so I have decided to resign as I am not feeling comfortable with the working environment in my current company.

    If I resign, will the company put a 1 year ban? The new employer informed me that they can lift the 6 months automatic ban as my salary is above 12,000 aed. Please advice.

    1. No company can impose one year ban without any proof. The should have valid document.
      If it is a limited contract and you need to break before the completion , you have the chances of getting one year ban

  827. Have been working for a laundry for 6month and the company is not providing good accomodation, very low salary , No off day, and not thinking of changing my job mayb if I get free zone job is there any banned for me because I wanna work with my qualification am a graduate I have my certificate of merit with me pls advice coz am totally fed up with the job.

    1. if you leave your job now you may get an automatic labour ban. But if you get job in freezone then labour ban wont applicable

  828. Dear Sir
    I have been working for a private company in Al Barsha Dubai for last 11 months.
    Today I have been terminated stating becoz of unsatisfactory performance!
    Is there any BAN, if I look for another job?
    What are BAN examptions?
    Please suggest,

  829. Dear sir i ask one question.
    i am working an insurance company and they tell me that we wil terminate me because of not achieving target.if they give me NOC so it must that i join another company and the salary rules must in this case..i have bachelor degree.please reply

  830. Hi,
    I have been working for a private company in Sharjah Industrial Area for last 6months.
    Today I have been terminated (5days before complition of my 6months & under probation) stating becoz of unsatisfactory performance!
    The contract was LIMITED for 2years.
    Is there any BAN, if I look for another job?
    What are BAN examptions?
    Plz suggest,

    1. Yes there are possibilities of labour ban. Just ask you employer to provide you NOC. Hope this will help you

  831. Hi,
    I have been working for a private company in Sharjah Industrial Area for last 6months.
    Today I have been terminated (5days before complition of my 6months & under probation) stating becoz of unsatisfactory performance!
    Is there any BAN, if I look for another job?
    What are BAN examptions?
    Plz suggest,

  832. i was issued a working permit and i have decided not to work since the salary is too low can a ban be imposed against me considering that i have not started to work and i am still at my country ?

    1. I dont think they can impose a ban but to join other company they need to cancel your work permit

  833. I worked for my previous employer since feb of 2009 with dubai visa, after three months they transferred me in abu dhabi as my permanent work assignment, last feb 2013 my employer cancel my dubai visa and gave me abu dhabi visa, now that i left the company to join other company they told me that i have a ban, how can i lift my ban for this circumstances, what are my chances?

    1. I dont think you can lift ban . Only thing you can do is to ask your previous employer to provide you NOC . I hope this will help you. I am not 100% sure.

  834. Hi i have resign after 3 year im working same company but my employer give me 1 year ban because my contract was limited so can i remove the ban if i can then what is the process ….

  835. I have got terminated by the company after 6 months due to their financial crisis.do i have chance to get New employment without getting ban or do i need noc from the company.

  836. I am working in company from last 14 months . I want to switch the job becouse comapny is not hiving me leave after finishing 1 year also and not even giving me my lobour contract.
    THey also have my original eductaion certificate which they are not returning me.
    So if I switch the job I will get ban ? Please help me . CAn I go to labour for this ..

  837. i have completed my 1 yr in company and visa profession is Archive clerk but i have engineering degree so if i am getting engineer visa with salary of 7000dhs from another company. would the ban be imposed on me?

  838. basically from 9th Feb 2014 i m woring as an engineer in oil and gas private company, i got job in other company same position but better salary, so can u please help me, in this situation may i change job from on company to other company with out ban? please please help me

      1. I worked for my previous employer since feb of 2009 with dubai visa, after three months they transferred me in abu dhabi as my permanent work assignment, last feb 2013 my employer cancel my dubai visa and gave me abu dhabi visa, now that i left the company to join other company they told me that i have a ban, how can i lift my ban for this circumstances, what are my chances?

  839. Good day,,I’m Maria I’m under Americana Kuwaiti,,I want to resign I’m 8months to work there,,I ask can be ban will allow to paid?ask how much it will be

  840. I currently working in private company and i am holding limited contract with my company.. Now im turning 1 year this May 9..We are working 9hours per day and our salary is always delayed. My company doesnt give ban to their employees who will resign. Now i am thinking to quit my job even if i haven’t completed my 2 years contract. Do i have ban for this? what are the necessary actions will i take to avoid ban. Please Help

  841. Hi!
    Good day!

    Now I am holding housemaid visa and i try to apply in one company and im hired.but my problem is i didnt complete my 2 yrs. contract in my current employer.Im holding a bachelors/diploma certificate i just want to know if i transfer to the company the labour will ban me or no?

    Help Please.

    Thank you.

  842. Dear sir,
    i m working in Abu dhabi with a private company(kharafi national co.llc) from 07th of April 2013 only ten months finished . and my contract two year,s it will expire on 07-05-2015.
    but now I i got a Government job in sharja (sewa company) and wanna join that company.if I resign/cancel visa for joining that company they will put 6th months ban plz help me.
    best regurd.

    1. If you are joining the Government company ban may not be applicable. Government company issues visa directly from immigration not from MOL.

  843. Hi,
    i am in Abu dhabi on visit visa. A UAE national family told me that if i will teach their son then they will arrange residence visa for me. But my problem is that if i will take residence visa from them then, either i will suffer 6 month ban or not, when i will get a proper job because i am MS. in mathematics.
    please guide me

    thank you

  844. hi sir
    .i m working in sharjah with a private company from 29th of may 2012,and now i get a good offered from another company which is in Dubai free zone so in this condition i will face ban or not?i m diploma holder (3 years) and the new company offered me 5000 dhrms with benffits.plz kindly guide me
    regards

    Read more: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae#ixzz2u2HJyjUl

  845. hi.i m working in sharjah with a private company from 29th of may 2012,and now i get a good offered from another company which is in Dubai free zone so in this condition i will face ban or not?i m diploma holder (3 years) and the new company offered me 5000 dhrms with benffits.plz kindly guide me

    regards

  846. can you help me please i just confuse

    i join in abu dhabi march 23 2012 but my labour contract is march 21 and while my visa will expired on may 19.
    i dont know where im going to follow if i dont want to renew?

    1. If i am not mistaken you need to go as per your joining date and labour contract date. Kindly check with MOL or immigration

  847. hi i worked in abudhabi for 4 months and i got terminated from work…now i am looking to go back,i know i get 6 months automatic ban,any idea weather this ban can be lifted by paying some money or rather than getting a better job

  848. Dear Deepak,

    I’m a engineering graduate working for a private company since April 2011 . I completed my first contract(limited) which was of 2 yrs on april 2013. Got my 2nd visa stamped again same month which is valid till 2015.. I have a good offer from another company .If i resign now can my company impose a ban on me???? if they do apply a ban is there any ways by which i can avoid it???? The company from which i’ve got a offer is not a free zone company.
    Kindly advise.

  849. hi, im carl i just want to ask if i decided to resign,,did they pay for me or i have to pay for them for the visa that they pay,,this company is unlimited but i dont want to continue my work i am 1 year and 1month..

    1. Company may ask you to pay the visa fee. However it will be depend on company policy.

  850. Dear deepak

    I wrote last month. I discovered something yesterday. Like I told you my probation period ended February 15 th so I’m in the process of applying different jobs here n there. I discovered when I looked at mol website that my contract is two years and limited and my profession is cleaning work registered under my bosses company so am not supposed to work as a babysitter/maid but as a company cleaner. I asked her for my contract ofcourse pretending I hadn’t printed from the site and she got a little worried and nervous. My contract states I should work 8 hrs, 6 days, meaning 48 hours a week with one day off. I work more than that. I am entitled to annual leave also but when I asked her she said it depends. What will it come to now because I am aggressively job hunting right now do I tell her about my rights so she can grant them to me or souls I report her to the labor office, can she ban me If I secure a job elsewhere cause she is the one breaking the law. She is lebanese and last but not least she I discovered is evading taxes by paying tha salary stated in the contract through the exchange and paying me extra( not in the government records) on the side then I sign a paper and it’s quickly taken to the office. What do I do. I know she is rich but the law is the law and we r both foreigners. I am compelled to go forward with this. Help me

  851. I got a job in abudhabi and they processed the employement visa but till this date I have not joined nor I have signed any contracts am still in india so they havent stamped visa in my passport.i got another good offer.will there be any problem if the company cancel the visa?

  852. Hi deepak,
    I am working in dubai visa for the past 3 months and my salary is 4k but I am not at all satisfied with the job. I am still on a probation period.
    however, i got an offer of 6k and wanna join that company.
    I am a commerce graduate.
    If i resign during probation period, do i need to pay for visa costs.
    will i get any kind of ban??

    plz advise

    1. Yes there are chances of getting an automatic labour ban for six months plus you may have to pay the necessary visa cost depends on the company policy

  853. i have completed my 1 yr in company and visa profession is office clerk but i have engineering degree so if i am getting engineer visa from anather company would the ban be imposed on me?

    1. Since your visa is office clerk you may have the chances of getting an automatic labour ban.

  854. Dear Friends

    Please help me understand that if any of the employers want to terminate employee why should employee get the ban, it seems unfair.

    And also if employee wants to work for bigger organisation on same salary package why cant they do it whats the big deal. employer will be paying for the visa and ministry of labor is getting their fee.

    And what if someone cant go back to there country its seems really bad employers can get away and employee have ban on them.

    thank you

    Best regards
    Raymond Louis

    1. If the employer terminates the employee without a proper reason then employer should atleast give NOC or release to the employee to work for other company. For other queries you can check with MOL.

  855. Hi, I have unlimited contract, working under husband visa from 15 months. I am planning to change my job now, can I get ban if I change the job?

    1. I dont think you will get ban but I am not sure. It is better to check with the immigration.

  856. Dear Sir/ Madam,

    I have been working as a nanny for the last five months. February 15th will be my sixth month that means my probation period will be over. I am looking forward to getting a new job, to be precise, one that pays over 5000 dirhams could I be banned. I have a higher diploma from England., speak French and Spanish. And are recruitment agents in the Middle East reliable?

  857. i am raman. I want to know that can i change my current job without any six months ban…. I am graduate deggre holder. M not happy with my work and salary…

  858. I want to know about my unlimited contract wt my company, yearly renewal policy, im already at 7th month serving my company, what if I got my 1yr contract nt to pursue for another and quit, do I face my 6 mos ban here in dubai?

    1. Yes there are chances of getting an automatic six months labour ban but it will be depends on case

  859. Dear Mam\ Sir,

    Just wanna ask if i am terminated and by my employer and it’s against my will without my 2 years contract is it possible to find a new job for me.

    Thank You

  860. I newly joined in a company where the work culture is not as expected and I don’t have any interest to work with this company. I have signed a contract for 3 yrs and the first 6 months would be my probation period. I started my employment 10 days ago and this is my first job in UAE. Please let me know, what are my options to leave this company? Kindly help!

    1. If you are not satisfied with the company you can leave the job but make sure your visa is not stamped and you have not signed any labour contract. If it’s done already then you may have the chances of getting an automatic labour ban for six months. Company may also ask you to pay the visa charges.

  861. can you help me,

    i am on unlimited contract. i started june 22-july16 2013 (i went for exit) resumed work on aug28 2014. but on my residence visa. the issue date is september 19.

    what will be my first day?

    until now i dont have a copy of my labor contract and labor card?
    i want to resign to my current job because a freezone here in dubai will hire me.

    what do i need to do?
    shall i submit a resignation letter as 30mos notice? or no need?
    do i need to pay any penalties?
    shall i face any labor ban?

    what if my boss ignores my resignation letter?

  862. Dear Sir,

    I am on an unlimited contract since 2 years and my employer wanna change it to limited,
    What would be my end of service calculation when I finish the new 2 years limited contract,
    Please advise,

    Thank you

  863. sir i have been working for 5 days started last December 24, 2013, i have not signed a contract and i have not been undergo any medical examination but on the afternoon of december 30, 2013 when they give me a contract i found out in the contract that the salary is lower than what we have agreed and 48 working hours is stated in the contract but the actual work done is 60 hours and also stated in the contract an annual leave of 30 days with pay but when i ask the HR manager and my co worker they said that it will happen only after 2 years, so early morning of December 31, 2013 i humbly ask the PRO to hold the processing of my employment documents an the Finance manager told me to go home and think if i will continue or not. Sir i dont want to continue and an i want find another job and the company ask me to pay 2,600 AED its a big amount of money for me sir. Sir i want to know if i can have a labor ban even if a have not undergone medical examinations and what should i do to lift the ban? Thank you and i hope that any one can advice me what to do.

  864. Hi i had changed my company with in uae and i had signed my agreement with that company and the same company had started a new company and they issued me the vissa from the new company due to some reasons the visa for that company has blocked and i got work permit and that too had expired and my old visa was expired 3 month back can i change to another company

  865. Sir I hope you can answer my question: i am on a limited contract and still under probation period, I want to resign but my company told me they can put a one year ban for me. is one year ban applicable even during probation period? I am so confused right now. Thanks!

  866. hi sir Deepak

    I have complete my 2 years contract in my company and my owner having different company so he apply my visa in his other company with new offer later. now its been 1 month and half still I am working with them. but I have got new offer from other company salary is 5000 above so I just want to know do I have band and if no or yes how much I have to pay for my current company. please help me out with this

    1. Since you have new visa there is a chance of getting labour ban. Normally the compensation would be 45 days salary.

  867. hello,
    i am shahad i was resigned in my probation periode ,now i am not completed 6 month probation periode . any problems to apply a new job visa

  868. Dear Mr.deepak,
    Iam working as a unitmanger in medical centre in my visa designation is office clerk, iam a mba graduate getting a salary of 5500dhs. The issue is i have aprobation period of six months they said me to resign after working 3months in the company due to there is no suitable position for me to work. The company hr said they will provide me with noc, now i got a new job with 4500dhs package.
    Pls kindly advice me wheather i get ban automatically? Or i can work with other company.

  869. Hi,

    Greetings.Am working in a tailoring accs trdg shop which am joined in aug 2013 with less salary AED 1200 the recruit me as an accountant unofficially but as per agreement they mentioned as SALES Am a graduate if i need to change means ban will applicable for me r not coz now am in search of new job.Kindly clarify me

  870. My husband was working with the company nd they said him to find a new job after 10 month. For them he left his previous company. Will u plz,suggest how to overcome this problem. And he is an MBA but only 12th educational certificate is attached with visa. Plzzz mr. Deepak reply soon

  871. hi I am under unlimited contract and i have been work in the private company for 8mos and they are planning to terminate me and i think they will also give me NOC. do i still have a ban? please help.because when i called MOL they told me that they will still banned me as this is the rules even i have NOC and also as i read in the above its says there that
    “Traditionally, the Ministry of Labour can automatically impose a ban when an employer terminates an unlimited labour contract before completing one year of service.”

    Read more: http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae#ixzz2o6lrwh00

    1. Ban can be lifted, however, if your new employer offers the you a better position than the existing one and a salary that suits your qualification, according to a scale set by the ministry.

      The minimum salary in a new position is Dh5,000 for high school diploma holders, Dh7,000 for post-secondary school diploma holders, and Dh12,000 for Bachelor degree holders.

      No fee will be imposed for lifting the labour ban when these conditions are met, according to a senior administrator at the ministry.

  872. I have been working for more than five years in a company but they cancel my visa and changed the sponcer on last February. Now I get I job ie in December . In new visa I have been in that company for 9 . Months. My previous salary is 8000 and new job offer 11000. I got noc from that compamy.do I get ban? If so can I lift the ban

  873. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I have worked in a company for one year and one month. They cancelled me last August and I went back to my home Country first week of September. Now, Im here again on visit visa. They said I have automatic 6 months ban. Will that ban still applicable even if I get NOC from my previous company?

    Thanks a lot for the info.

  874. hi,
    I have a unlimited contract from feb2012.i resigned on 10.12.13.my visa valid upto feb 2014.i gave one month notice asking employer to relieve me on 09.01.2014.but no one is responding.parallely handing over reports were done and send thru email.please advise how to proceed.i got a new job which is to be joined by 20th jan

  875. Is it possible to BAN[one year] me even after cancelling my visa and labor card???

  876. My company just hired me as an accountant and when i joined the company i came to know that,, they are not paying salaries for the last 4 months…. and now they are not mine aswell ….I left my previous job for them…. i am trapped…what should i do……. Actually they do pay september salary in november nut like 500 dh then 300 dh then 1000 then 1500…….they still have gimme my salary how can i ovoide ban and move forward plz help

  877. Hi. My husband has an unlimited contract and working for 11 months in the company. He’s planning to resign and his visa will be transferred as wife’s visa while searching for a new job. Is there any problem in transferring of his visa coz of 6 months ban? If he get a new job in freezone, the ban will be lifted. Please advice

    1. If you are planning to sponsor your husband the automatic six months ban still apply. But in case If He get job in freezone Then the six months ban won’t be applicable.

  878. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I just want to ask if I can still get a ban if my visa get cancelled after renewal? I already completed the 3 years contract which was issued last 2009 and renewed last 2012 for another 2 years?

    Thanks

  879. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I had completed my 3 years contract – unlimited (issued 2009 and renewed last 2012 for another 2 years) and I want to resign from my company this year 2013, do I still have a ban in case my visa get cancelled as it is only a renewal?
    Please advice.

    thanks

  880. I was working for a company due to redundancy i have been terminated I have a labour ban the company is agreed to provide me the NOC will the ban gets uplifted..?

  881. hello… my contract with my employer was a waiter. but he force me to do cooking, barista, cashier and ordering stock from our supplier. this was hapening for already 10mos. how to deal with this problem

    1. If you are not satisfied with the work atmosphere and feels that you are been cheated you can address this issue to MOL.

  882. Deepak Sir Ji,

    greetings to you, ji. I presently work in jebal ali free zone for 10 years and i am willing to join a competitor in another free zone . Wil i get banned ? And is there any legal procedures to join in another free zone. kindly please help he sir. Thank you
    Navjoth singh

  883. i am working with my employeer for 22 months and 24 days and suddenly she terminates me because I don’t want to renew my contract in her company.can I have a ban for this case?

    1. To avoid ban you need to complete the contract terms or if you are terminated then company should give you a release

  884. Hi Sir Deepak,

    how can i check online if i have ban? and our employer terminate us because of the closure of her business in the mall. She told us to find a suitable job cos she is no longer interested to get a new shop but our employer is not closing her trade licence cos she is interested to work alone, we are new company and running for 5 months only in the mall… Do u think we can get a ban? we are three people. our employer is very nice person..

    1. You cannot check online if you have a ban or not. Only authorized person can check.
      If she gives you NOC then you can try for other job

  885. Hi, I have an unlimited contract and I finished 10 months. the company is terminating me. do I have a ban eventhough I think they can give me NOC? How long is the life of NOC just in case I will not get a new job right away? thank you.

  886. hi. I have a unlimited contract and I am working for 10 months now. My company is Terminating my contract. do I have a ban? I think they can issue me NOC.. how long is the effectivity of NOC just in case I will not yet get a new employer right away? thank you

    1. If they provide you NOC then ban wont be applicable. There is no validity for NOC.

  887. Dear Sir,

    I am staying here on husband visa.If i am work with a freezone company then can i change my husband sponsorship to freezone visa or i have to apply for new visa?

    Kindly reply

    Thanks

    1. Yes you can change your sponsorship visa to freezone visa. But you need to cancel first your existing visa then apply for new visa.

  888. dear mr. deepak,

    i am working with my present company for only 4 months now (hired from my country). another company wants to hire me, shall i be slapped with 6 months labour ban, if i will do this?

    please advice, thank you.

    1. yes there are chances of getting an automatic labour ban for six months. But if your current company provides you NOC or release you can avoid ban.

  889. hi deepak,i working on unlimited contract agreement,now i completed 1 year service with this firm, now i getting good offer from a freezone company.if i resign this job,can i meet any 6 month ban? im higher diploma holder.pls rply me.should show any reason in my current company for cancellation of visa.

    1. If you are getting an offer from freezone then ban wont be applicable. You need to give proper reason for the existing company for the smooth cancellation

  890. Hi mr deepak, how are you? i have 6 months labour ban, i resign to my previous company and im joining for new company, i go to labour to lift my ban and today i finished submitting my documents such as NOC from my previous employer, and they tell me they will call me after 1 week to 2 weeks, do you have idea if what i need todo when they call me? do i need to pay or what do you think i will face when they call me and it will take long time?

  891. Is the provision under Labour and Immigration similar in nature specifically in providing “working ban” under which one’s contract is not completed for two years? Further, there are some companies who only provide immigration visa to their employees e.g. hospitality career fields.

    1. Some companies they issue visa directly from Immigration (specially government companies and freezone) Not from MOL.

  892. Hi Deepak,

    I am working in my company now for 2 months and i found a new company who is willing to employ me and give me a better salary compare to what i am having right now. Are there any possibilites for me to move to a new company? Will i get a ban even if i am under probationary period?

  893. Hi Sir,

    I got terminated with my ex sponsor, now i already new company they offer me 5000 aed salary every month. While we are applying my visa the system defined that i still have 6months ban even they offer me 5000 salary. Why I’m still have ban even I applied my new visa with the commit salary to lift my ban.

    Please help me.! Thanks

    1. If your company terminated you must have got the NOC or release which will you help you avoid ban.

  894. Hello Sir,

    I am working as an sales executive in a company for a salary of 6000. I am still in probation period and my contract is unlimited.
    this is my first job in Dubai.
    I have been offered by a company for the engineer position(as I am a engineer) the offer being 9000.
    If I resign from my current employer, what are the chances of the ban imposed on me?
    If ban is imposed, is there any way to remove it?
    Please guide

    1. Since you are not completing your contract you may have the chances of getting ban . If your current employer gives you noc then you can avoid ban. For further details you can check with immigration.

  895. Hi Sir,
    I have been working in a private company for 12 months and now the company licence expired and they are close the shop but they are sale trade licence thats way he want im work with new owner but i find other good job. I just want to know whether I can get the ban for 6 months or not if i cancel my visa. Kindly reply.

    1. In this case your company should give you a release or NOC so that you can avoid ban and join other company without any problem.

      1. hi sir’im finished 1 year in first company and now i have new company salary 4000 its possible my ban they remove.and how remove ban 6 months,tnx

        1. Yes you may have the chances of getting an automatic labour ban. You can avoid only if your present company provides you NOC.

  896. hi sir,

    I’ am a mechanical degree holder working under unlimited period in hamriyah freezone, Sharjah. I have completed 2 years and 10 months of my visa period ( 2 more months to expire). I got a job offer in a company in jebel ali freezone with a very better package. My notice period is 1 month as per hamriyah contract. After giving my resignation, they are not accepting it. They say that I should work for 3 more months. I however did not agree to this. I have to join the new company within a months time. But they are not accepting nor cancelling the visa. Can they make me work or 3 more months in any legal way ? What should I do now?

    1. You can address this issue to the freezone authority. You have to serve the notice period as mentioned in your agreement

  897. Dear sir,

    I am working on company on last 1yr & 1 month with unlimited contract (my probation period is over).I got Job ofter with salary around 4500 AED from another company.I completed my higher secondary education.can i release from ban if I resigned from current company?

    please reply me as early as possible.

  898. I’m a degree holder and given a position as sales executive. mine is an unlimited contract and my present salary is 4000 and completed 1 year and 3 months in present company. i got a very good offer from a company and the salary offered is 9000. Is it possible to avoid 6 months automatic ban so that i can join new company?

    1. If your present company gives you release or NOC then you can join other company.

  899. I’m a commerce degree holder, joined in a company (Sharjah Visa) -before 3 months with a salary of Dh. 5500/-, I’m not satisfied with the job….can i seek another job….is there any chance for a labor ban. If so, how can I lift the ban….Kindly give me reply

    1. Yes you may have the chances of getting labour ban. To avoid you need to complete the contract period.

  900. Dear Sir,

    We are a limited company.I finished my 2 yrs contract and now i renewed..I am a bachelor degree holder..I didnt signed any paper from them.If ever i want to resign, do you think they will impose a ban?how many months?My salary is 1,500 basic and 1,100 for housing and transpo allowance..There is an offer from other company where i want to join this time, they are offering 3,500 (housing and transpo inclusive).Do you think i can lift my ban with that amount?Thank u.Hoping for your reply.Have a nice day always.

    1. since you have renewed the contract you may have the chances of getting labour ban plus you may have to pay 45 days compensation to the company.

  901. Dear Deepak,
    I joined my company in 2011 January under two year limited contract [Professional visa].upon the completion of the contract my labor contract was renewed by current employer in 2013.But i never signed in any of the contract documents.Now i given the resignation with one month notice period on November 2013.But my current employer saying that they will impose a one year ban on me and will not give any gratuity.Also they told me to give compensation to the company for 45 days.
    Recently,I got a offer from new company with 12000 salary and family accommodation.
    I want to know whether my company has rights to impose one year ban on me and if they are banning is there any chance to lift this ban ?

    1. If you have not signed any contract how can the company renewed your labour contract?
      If it is renewed already you may have the chances of getting ban . Plus you need to pay 45 days compensation to the company.

  902. I am working for 2 months in a company in ajman and now I am getting married but I do not need to work anymore. My husband can sponsor me and give me the residence visa as his wife. I do not care about a labor ban for 6 months as I do not need to work but is there any way they may issue a immigration ban where I cant even live here with my husband?

  903. hi sir,

    even if i finish my probation period in this company and work in a freezone a’m i still going to be ban and a’m i going to pay the company for processing my visa before?

    thank you in advance sir…

    1. if you are working in freezone there wont be a labour ban but they can impose you one year immigration ban (depends on case). about visa cost it is depend on company policy.

  904. Dear Sir,

    I hold a master degree in Finance(MBA), i m currently working in a limited company from last 16 months, now i find a new job of 4000 AED salary with offer letter , and my current salary is 2700 AED, can i do work in new company after cancellation of existing visa? the ban will be impose on me or not?, please replay me as soon as possible.

    thanks

    1. Yes since you are on limited contract you need to complete your contract. You may get ban.

  905. I am working as a civil engineer in a private company in dubai for 1 year and my contract is for 2 years. I have been offered a job at ADNOC which is a government oil company in Abu Dhabi. If I terminate my contract will I get any ban ???? Or is there any problem if my present company imposes a 1 year ban . Will i be able to enter into UAE with my new visa ????

    1. If there is any automatic labour ban from ministry of labour i dont think there is any problem. I think ADNOC is a government company and visa will be directly from immigration
      If they impose one year ban from immigration then yes you wont be able to enter UAE

  906. Hi Deepak
    My name is Archana and i was working in a nursery as a Nursery supervisor and mine is an unlimited contract and i got a very good offer in corporate as my background was that, so resigned my job .I am a graduate and my salary package is 7500/ i resigned after 1 year of my service will i still get a ban or is there any exemption because i was working in a nursery.

    please suggest.

    1. There may be chances of getting an automatic labour ban. But please clarify with immigration.

  907. Hi, I wanted to clarify,If a person has already exited dubai after Labour and visa cancellation and comes back on a new Employment Visa, can the old employer still issue a ban

    1. Once the new visa is issued the old employer cannot impose a ban. But he has to check whether he has already labour ban or not

  908. Hi Sir,

    I have been working in a private company for 14 months and now a days the company business is going down and my boss is going to remove some staff including me. I just want to know whether I can get the ban for 6 months or not. Kindly reply.

  909. hi sir

    I’m a degree holder and given a position as a storekeeper but the salary is not appropriate with my work and only working here for 5months now and i want to look for other job in freezone. if i do this a’m i getting a ban?

    hoping for your reply tnx…

  910. Hi, i just started working here in dubai. They got me visa and i will exit next week to oman and come back. After 1 month can i cancel my job and is it possible that i will ttansfer to hongkong to work without going home to the philippines?

  911. I started job in sept 2013 with salary of aed.6000 per month. I am currently having 6 months probation period in company registered in sharjah. I am MBA n found another job in dubai with salary of aed.13000 per months? Please advise will there be any ban if I resign from current job.
    Please response. Thank you.

    1. considering your degree and salary you may not get ban…but better to seek advise from MOL or immigrationز

  912. Hi Sir,

    I am shiny working here as a web developer. I came to abudhabi on employment visa in oct 2013. Now I m getting lots of calls on jobs .I m getting 10k aed per month. now I m getting offers for more than 15k aed per month. my company is located in abudhabi masdar ecity. I guess its a free zone. but not sure. I hold masters degree. i signed a contract for 1 yr and my probationary period would be 1 month. If i complete 1 month of probationary period of my company and leave job, will my visa still be banned?

    awaiting your valuable reply .

    1. I am not sure whether masdar city is under free zone or not.
      You may have the chances of getting ban….but better to seek advice from immigration.

  913. Dear Sir,

    Currently I am working in a Company on last 5 months and I am on a Probation Period with 6 months. Now I got a Good Offer from JLT Free-zone Company I am ready to Move on to that company. I have few Questions to be cleared.

    -Do I get a Ban when I am on a Probation Period and will it be bad impact on my profile on MOL.
    -Normally How long will it take to complete the visa cancellation process?
    -My Notice period is 2 months as per my Company Agreement. But I don’t have that much time and need to leave within 3 weeks period of time.
    -On JLT Free-zone Company Agreement they didn’t mention my Annual Leave or Vacation Process. If it is not will it be according to UAE Labour Law or any other scenario ?

    Please Clarify these matters for me. I am confused with these labour laws.

    1. -Since your new company is in freezone MOL ban wont applicable
      -Normally it take 2-3 working days to complete the cancellation procedure
      Since you were on probation you can leave the company by giving one day notice. Notice period wont applicable during probation
      -It is better to discuss with your new employer about your annual leave and vacation process at the beginning

  914. I am working as Marketing Manager in Trading company in Dubai, on limited contract (salary shown AED 5000) completed 18 months.

    Now,I got a offer from a company in Ajman, they will provide a Appointment letter with Salary AED 8000, but will show salary in labour contact AED 5000.only.

    In this case kindly advice how can I get Automatic waved. where I have to apply.

    1. I dont think you will get ban since you are carrying visa as Marketing manager….but please check with the immigration.

  915. Dear Deepak,

    Good day! I just want to ask you if my company can give me labour ban. I started my contract November 30, 2011 and it will be finish on November 29, 2013 (limited contract) I gave already my notice last October 29, 2013 I mentioned in my letter that I will not renew my contract so on November 29 that’s will be my last day. Do you think that my company can give me a labour ban even I finished my 2 years contract? I hope to hear from you soon.

    Thank’s,

    Marigold

  916. good day! I just want to ask if my company can give me a labor ban, i started my contract November 30, 2011 and it will be finish on November 29, 2013 my contract is limited. I give them my notice last October 29, 2013 that i will not renew my contract so november 29, 2013 will be my last duty but they took my labour card and emirates id, do you think they can give me ban even i finish my 2 years contract? kindly help me on this please. thanks.

    1. Since you are completing your contract period i dont think they will impose any ban on you.

  917. Hi Sir,
    I work in hotel resort in fujairah and i have completed 13 months out of my 24 months. the issue is that the company gave me an immigration visa and am graduate in software engineering and i also have a Cabin Crew license issued by NCAA. i want to know if they can still enforce a ban on me because i have received a better offer from another company. kindly advise me.

  918. hi,

    i am working in restaurant and i am not receiving my salary on time .but i have completed 7 moths in this company .i am on limited contract can you suggest me how to leave the job from here .

    1. If you are not receiving your salary on time you can address this issue to MOL.

  919. Hi Deepak,
    i have a problem that i came to dubai may 2013 in a cleaning company. its limited contract.they are paying 800 dhrms for month.so now i completed my six months. actually am a graduate from(Btech)from india.so now one company offering me for 4000 salary .so there is any ban if i left the present company.how to overcome the ban..please suggest me.

    1. You need to wait till six months to finish your automatic labour ban. Or you need to find a job in freezone.

      1. already i complete my 6 months here..i got job in llc only.the present company will do any immigration ban to me…

  920. Hi Deepak,

    I have a 2 years visa with a company and the visa expires next month.Also I have been offered a new job in another company.However the salary increase is only AED500.I am an engineering graduate.However my new salary is less than 12000.

    A few queries:

    In case if i resign from present company before the visa expiry which is end of next month, will there be a ban?
    Also once I join the new company , if I change jobs again before completing 1 year, then will there be a ban? (even if salary is above 12000)

    Expecting your kind reply

    Thanks
    Sanju

    1. Yes if you are not completing your contract you may have the chances of getting ban
      It depends on the contract (limited or unlimited)
      for more details please seek advise from MOL.

  921. Hi Sir,

    I am under my husbands visa. My company just applied my labor card last month, If I apply transfer to another company. Do you think there will be a problem. I found a better job and higher position in another company. I have also Bachelor degree and above 12,000 is the salary.

    Thanks for your help

  922. Dear Deepak,

    I am going to change my job and , my labor card has been renewed in Oct-13, but visa is not renewed. My visa has expired on 02.11.2013 and now on grace period.I have completed 5 Years with this company and now resigned and waiting for cancellation.Please let me know if the ministry will impose any ban as my labor card and limited contract has been renewed(without my signature) for another 2 years.

    Thanks
    Preman.P

    1. How can the company renewed your labour contract without your signature?
      But if it is renewed you may have the chances of getting labour ban but i am not sure this case. Better to take advise from MOL

  923. hi sir,
    I just wanna ask if i still have a ban because i did not finished my 2yrs contract..i worked in a restaurant april 2011 and took my emergency vacation last march of 2012 and didnt came back..do i still have a ban ?thank you

    1. In this case company might have put you under absconded list as you have left the country without cancelling your visa.

  924. Dear Sir,
    I am working with one of the trading company in FZE Dubai, I have completed 1 year in here and i have 7000 AED salary, now i got good position with 13000 AED as per my qualification, so can they banned me ? because company will not released to any one before contract completion. so please advice how can i handle this situation.

    1. If you are in freezone you will not have ban from MOL but company may puts immigration ban for one year without completing your contract.

  925. Hi Sir
    I m a cardiology technician I work for a private hospital I already signed an agreement of two years but I want to move to another part private hospital my salary current is 13 k and new offers me 18k so can I leave my current employer .Thanks

    1. If you have signed a limited contract for two years then you may have the chances of getting ban. Please take necessary advice from your current plus new PRO.

  926. Dear Deepak

    my company terminated my job .i was working as Hr Executive on leather clothes sales Visa .my MBA degree is attested .please confirm me if there is ban what are the condition to uplift the ban

    1. If you are terminated then company should give you a release or NOC. If you have an attested degree and salary (new salary) as per MOL slab you can avoid ban.

  927. Dear Sir,
    I am currently working in a Dubai trading company, with a Dubai Residential Visa,
    VISA status is Residentail Administrative visa.
    Probation period is 6 month from date of joining that is 7th Oct,2013 to 6th March 2014
    Contract period: 2 years.
    Visa Validity from 6th Oct,2013 to 5th Oct,2015.
    Date of arrival in Dubai is 6th Oct,2013.
    being totally disappointed about my future.
    I want to resign and find another job either in Free Zone or Dubai or any Emirate.
    I am Diploma holder

    My question is if I resign from here, what circumstances do I need to face?

    1) Can I eligible to work in Jabel Ali free zone area?Do I need NOC?

    2) If get a job in Dubai, Do I need NOC?

    3) Do I need to exit?

    I really need to know these things, appreciate if I get a quick heal for my wounds,

    Thanks!

    Regards,

    Ravi

  928. If someone is in the absconding list and cannot work in uae anymore, can that person get other visa. can husband/ wife sponsor that person for residence visa?

    1. No you cannot apply any visa for the person who is already absconded. His name will appear in the immigration system.

  929. Dear Sir,
    I am working on a Company on last 5 months (Still on Probation) With Unlimited Contract. I found a New job in a Company (Not a FZ) New Company Salary is above than 5000AED. As well I am a Diploma Holder. Can I release from the ban if I resigned from current company ?

    1. I am not sure. Please check with your new company what they are saying. They should have a clear picture about the situation before they hire you.

  930. im a nurse in the Philippines but Im currently working as customer service here in Dubai international airport and my salary isonly 1500 aed. my question is if I can get a job in the hospital (NURSE) am I still candidate for ban?

    1. If your visa issued from MOL then there will be automatic labour ban for six months.

  931. Dear sir,

    my employer file a absconding case(fake) against me .he issue my labour card and visa with out my sign and consent .he set my salary himself and put my fake sign in contract .i work for him 3 month 2 month in another visa one month on his visa .when i ask about 3 month salary dues and about contract he terminate me and file absconding case . i didnot sign any contract with him .i want to know that i will get a ban or not for work here ,im a diploma holder

    thank you

  932. hi sir ,

    my current employer put me in a fake absconding case i work only one month in his visa .the labour contract he set my salary and put my fake sign with out my consent and approved labour card and visa .
    he was holding my labour card and passport when i ask about this he
    terminate me and file absconding after hearing from labour court now they transfered to civil .i want to know in this case i can get a ban or not .im a degree holder .i didnt any working contract with him kindly request for ur reply ..thx

    1. If you are in absconding list you cannot work in here any more. You have got your case in court.

  933. dear deepak
    i am working with a private company as a engineer and i am getting 15000 dhm salary. I have completed 1.5 years with this employer. Now i have a very good offer from Government oil company and they have offered me 25000 salary. They got my all security clearance stuff.
    My question is whether i can switch my job with out any visa complications?

    1. I think yes since it is government company and you are an engineer you can switch your job without any visa complications.

  934. I have been working for 6 years as a labor for my current employer, the company is delaying my salary since 5 months therefore I decided to resign my job and move to my home country , is it possible I will come back to Dubai with new employment visa after 2 months, without facing 6 months ban ..?

    1. six months labour ban is automatic. If you get a release from your old company then you can avoid ban.

  935. Hi Deepak,

    I’m currently working for 9 months with limited contract in my company but i’m planning to change my visa to husband visa. Is there any ban to serve? Please advise.Thanks!

    1. Since you have your labour card you may have the chances of getting labour ban.

  936. Hi Deepak,

    I had come on an employment entry visa (L.L.C), but worked there only for 3 months, and after resigning, my visa was cancelled in August,2013. Once back in India, I got another offer from a L.L.C, and they have issued my tourist visa so that I can collect my NOC. I am a graduate. I wanted to know, what if the old company refuses to give me an NOC ? What are my options of lifting this ban which I have till Feb 2014 ? (I am currently in Dubai on tourist visa, and the new company has my passport and original stamped visa in their custody)

    Please Advice

    1. Options are:
      1. Your need to have the release from your old company
      2. You should have an attested degree which suits the salary ad per Mol slab.
      Or you should look for a job in freezone

  937. good day sir,
    i am currently in Dubai working as a mechanic. i have two years unlimited contract.
    my attested documents are on process which will arrive this december. i am degree holder as a marine engineer. After a year I’m planning apply to another company in which i can apply my studies.
    would i get ban if i move to another company?

      1. one more question sir.
        there are job offers for me ralated to maintenance but not onboard the vessel (ships). can i still use my attested certificates to avoid the ban?

        thank you so much and more power!

  938. Am working for a company in Dubai i want to switch my job before completion of probation period and my company is ready to give NOC and Termination letter can i join another company without getting ban…if yes then what are the requirements needed to switch the job please help me out.

    thanks

    1. Yes . If company gives you an noc you can join other company. You need to submit all the necessary document to your new company.

  939. Hi,
    I am on Unlimited contract residence visa,i have completed 9 months .My current salary is 6000/month.Can i change my job if i got offer more than 8000/month and my current comapny give me NOC.?
    Please reply!!
    TC

    1. It depends on company. Usually if you resign company will not give you NOC. You should atleast one year in the company. To avoid ban you should have an attested degree which will match MOL salary slab.

  940. Hi sir. I finish my 4months on my job. Now they take all our identification card without telling us why. Then I just know why when my aunt call them. They said the company will be closed and they will cancel our visa. This is unexpected sir, they didn’t give us a one month notice about the closure. What will I do now sir? Can you please help me and give me a good advice about what will I do? I need a job that’s I go here in UAE.

    Sincerely yours,
    Janine

    Thank you

    1. If company is closing then you should ask your company to give your release so that you can search for other job without having labour ban.

  941. Hi sir,

    I’m working in a private dental clinic in Al Ain, i’m on a LIMITED contract (2years), My contract will end on January 2014, but i have an offer from the government sector, I already passed the interview, if I leave my current job by November, can my current employer put a ban on me?

    Thank you.

    1. Even though you get a labour ban you can join the government company since your new visa will be directly from immigration and not from labour. But please check with your new company.

  942. I have resigned from the company before completion of unlmiited contract now i have ban for 6 months..Could you please suggest me steps to lift the ban in the new company ?i have my degree certificate attested and secondary certificate attested ..Pls advice for the same?

    1. You should get release from your old company or you have to get salary as per MOL slab matching your degree or you should get job in freezone.

  943. Hi Deepak,

    I would like to get an advice from you.

    I am working here in Dubai for 7 months but the problem is, the company is not compensating us on time which means, our 3-month salary has been delayed or should I say they haven’t given it to usg

    Now I found a better job, so is it possible to resign and give my employer a 30-day notice period? I have an unlimited contract. But I am worried, what im my employer will not give response to my resignation? My boss is saying me that if we will resign, he can give us one year to lifetime ban and we cannot work here anymore. And I am worried, what if they will make an issue to me at work so I wont resign?

    Please help. I really want to get out of the company bec.3-months delayed of my salary leads me to financial struggling.

    Regards,
    Vanessa

  944. I been working for 1 year and 6 months in my current employer i still have 6 months more to finish my 2 years contract..i understand that i will get a ban..i just want to know if i lift the ban how much more to i need to pay and what is the procedure for me to lift a ban?and also I’m not gonna get a 5000 minimum salary which is required also to lift a ban but i will offered the salary which is more than what i have earning right now.

    1. Yes you may have the chances of getting ban unless your company provides you release.

  945. I have been working for 1 year and 6 monthns in my current employer and i want to resign to move to same sponsor which is labour to labour, our hr told me that i will get a ban for 6 months. Then now i got an offer which is a higher salary than what i recieve right now but its less than 5000. Do you think we can still lift the ban?

  946. Hii sir
    I have joined one company with employment visa duration of one month. I have got another good job in dubai itself do if I resign here will they ban me. Please need your advice

    1. If you received your labour permit and residence visa stamped you may have the chances of getting ban.

  947. Hello Deepak,

    i am working in dubai for employment visa finish for 5 months, now this company terminates for my visa, but this company give the transfer cer or NOC. if possible for other company change in UAE..
    plz give the idea for not ban.

      1. Sir, I am graduated civil engr. But i came her to dubai on stl fixer visa on 7th sept,2013. My visa is not stamped on passport and not signed any contract yet. I am offerd a good job from other compny who r willing to give m ngr profession and good salary. Can i change my job without having ban? What will be the procedure.?

  948. respected sir,My name is ashik hussain.i am coming from india.dubai comes with in 4 months only.i am working office boy in Modern building maintenance.i am cancel job and going to india. I am avoid ban which procedure?. Please sir reply me.

  949. hello sir,

    i have finished my new job only 3 months as a sales exicutive,now my company has to thing to termiinating me.if that time i get a ban from ministry of labour
    i have any chance to trying another job.
    pleae help me
    regards,
    farooq

    1. If company terminates you then company should give your NOC which helps you to avoid ban.

  950. hello sir,
    i have finished my new job only 3 months as a sales exicutive,now my company has to thing to termiinating me.if that time i get a ban from labour court.any chance to trying another job.

    pleae help me

    regards,
    farooq

  951. Hai Deepak,

    I currently working in Dubai in Limited Visa for last two months, now company is not giving me the actual job they as offered. they putting me in sales activities. now i got a new job in another good company. after putting resignation, can i work with new job or there will be ban ?

    please guide me

    Thanks and Regards,
    Ranjith

  952. Hello Deepak,

    My employer the one who cancelled my visa due of not opening the restaurant where i supposed to be work. But,i got 1 year in the company. is it possible i get automatically ban in the ministry of labour?
    Thanks looking forward for your respond.

    1. yes there is a chance of getting an automatic labour ban but if you are company provides you release then you can avoid ban.

  953. hello deepak,
    please i need you help.
    before six month i work for some companies and i resigned, for that i get a ban.
    And i was hired by some companies and they make me a visa . My pro use salary of 12000 but my exact salary is 5500.
    Now my boss asked me to change the salary detail to 5500. Is it possible.
    I dont have stamped yet and i have a labour contract paper which mentioning 12000 as my salary so my boss refuse to sign the agreement…How can i change..what are the possibl

  954. hello deepak,
    please i need you help.
    before six month i work for some companies and i resigned, for that i get a ban.
    And i was hired by some companies and they make me a visa . My pro use salary of 12000 but my exact salary is 5500.
    Now my boss asked me to change the salary detail to 5500. Is it possible.
    I dont have stamped yet and i have a labour contract paper which mentioning 12000 as my salary so my boss refuse to sign the agreement…How can i change..what are the possiblities….Pleae advice……Awaiting for your response

    1. to mention wrong salary in a labour contract is absolutely against labour law and it is an offense. Company should mention the correct salary what you are actually receiving.

  955. hi sir,

    Since 2006 i’m working here in Dubai. Seven years on my past employer which i resigned peacefully, right now i have new company which i started Feb. 17, 2013. On my 3 mos. working they want me to find another company but later on they decide me to continue to work for them ‘coz they can’t find to replace on my position as Secretary/Admin./Receptionist. But i’m still searching for a job, still i am going to pay my visa and i have ban?

    1. Yes since your company is new and you have new visa you may have the chances of getting an automatic labour ban

  956. Hi Deepak,

    Hope you are doing well !!!

    I have been working in Dubai in Unlimited (Open End) Visa for last four months, now company going to terminate me due to personel reason.

    Is this possible to work for other company after termination, and it will ban for me.

    Thanks and Regards,
    Ramesh

      1. dear sir , i mohammed cmng from india!
        actually i have been called to wrk in uae on sale job visa, but i m nature of work is accoutant, i m an mba qualified , nw i want to terminate the contract.plz suggest me to over come the possible cosequence i have to face after terminating the contract

  957. Hi Deepak,
    I’m working in Abu Dhabi for a L.L.C Company from May, If i want to change my job to another company which will offer me a better salary than the present one will i be get banned?

    If i leave UAE and stay 6 Months outside UAE. Can i apply for a new job or still i will be banned for another 6 months?

    1. You may have the chances of getting automatic labour ban. But incase if your current employer provides you with noc then you can avoid ban

  958. HI SIR DEEPAK,
    I HAVE BEEN TERMINATED BY MY COMPANY.AND THEY ASKING ME TO PAY 5000 AED FOR THEM NOT TO PUT ME BAN,HOW TO AVOID BEING BAN WITHOUT EVEN PAYING ANY SINGLE CENTS?.THANK YOU AND HOPING FOR YOUR
    IMMEDIATE REPLY.THERE STILL A CHANCE THAT I CAN STAY HERE AND FIND OTHER JOB.THANK YOU

    1. Your company should not ask any money from you. Yes if they can provide you NOC then you can avoid ban.

  959. Hi Deepak,

    I just want to ask, I just want to ask my current salary is 1350AEd and want to resign from this current employer and I am still in a probation period. I understand that I will going to have a labour ban, what If my new employer will offer 3000AED or 4000AED? will my ban be lifted?

    or if not what should I do?

    1. No you will still have ban. If your company give your NOC then only you can avoid ban.

  960. salam sir i just compete 2 month in real state
    company and i want to resign and i want to go new copany in security my empoliment also finish last month and also still no medical complete in real state company and my company contract i sign no labour contract i sign in case also i get ban or no

  961. Great Full for a Reply..??

    I am workong in JAFZA For 18 Months. I want to switch other Job in DMCC JLT Free Zone..Is there any Labour From Both Sides.

    Thanks..

  962. hy my name is jackson im working in a company for14months now they are telling me dat they will terminate me because of absent.wether ther is 6mnth ban.how can i lift this ban..

    1. Yes you will have an automatic labour ban for six months which you cannot avoid.

  963. I have completed 1 year 5 months of my unlimited contract [from 15.05.02], LLC Visa stamped 24.05.12. Now will I get a labor ban if I change my job, I do want to complete full 2 year term, but company posing problems. Bachelors degree attested, have masters degree from a reputed autonomous institute. please advice

    1. if company give you release or NOC and new salary as per MOL yes you can avoid ban.(http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae)

  964. Hi sir
    i would like to ask One question.i complet 2 year and renew my new contract .now i get offer from new company can i change the company without any ban.

    1. Since you have renewed it you may have the chances of getting automatic labour ban. If your company provides you with NOC or release you can avoid ban.http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  965. Hello Mr.Deepak.I just came three days before in employment visa.Due to my family problem I want go back.Is there any chances of ban?

  966. I hv been working in a company for the last four years,at first i completed three years limited contract and now one year of the new two year contract…i have a new job and already signed a contract with them..will the ministry of labour impose a ban?having completed the first contract and one year in the new contract?

    1. Since it is limited contract you may have the chances to get ban. but not sure. kindly check with MOL personally: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/how-to-check-your-labour-contract-online-on-www-mol-gov-ae

  967. sir mr deepak
    my three years visa we avoid from banned now my visa remain 3 months i changed it other company if company say me go to country no problem to me i avoid from banned

  968. hi sir
    I am under unlimited contract. it has been Two months since I joined this company. now I have a better offer of 8000Aed while my previous salary was 4000.

    if I resign and switch job what are my options to avoid/lift the labour ban.

    please clarify.

    1. If you have a release from your current employer plus attested certificate and salary as per MOL slab yes you can avoid ban.

  969. Hello Mr. Deepak

    One of my friend is terminated can she pay the ban to avoid 6 months labour ban? Hoping for your reply… More Power Mr. Deepak

    1. No there is nothing like that. She has to get release from the old company.http://emiratesdiary.com/jobs-in-uae-2/how-to-avoid-6-months-labour-ban-in-dubai-uae

  970. hello i just wanna ask. i work in the company for 1 year and the company terminate my unlimited contract to the for the reason that their kiosk in Dubai mall was not renewed.
    For this i just wanna ask if i have ban and if i have how can the ban be lifted…

    waiting for your answer

    1. If you are terminated and you have NOC from the company then you will not have a ban.

  971. Dear Sir,

    I have worked in my previous company for 22months then I resigned when I got a better offer so I automatically had a ban.

    My new company offered me 6,500 however they were telling me to obtain NOC from my old company and submit it to ministry of labor so that my ban will be lifted and for them to secure a work permit for me.

    What I dont understand is that why are they insisting that I submit the NOC to the ministry of labor to lift the ban. my designation is document controller cum secretary which only requires secondary certificate.

    So i suggested to my new company to submit my secondary certificate so that ban will not be applicable to me since I have more than five thousand salary but they kept insisting to submit NOC to ministry of labor.

    Is there a chance for my ban to be lifted if I submit NOC to MOL?

    They have been making me go around im circles and now I only have a few days remaining to legally stay in uae. Please help

    1. since you are resigning before the expiry of your contract yes now a days it is mandatory to have release from your old company before you joining the new company. Yes you can lift the ban if you have NOC from the old company.

  972. Sir,
    I visa was in Dubai from 2011 april.april 2012 company change my visa to al ain(limited contract).but the same sponsor.but the al ain company has different trade licence and the company is llc.now I finish 1.5 years in that visa.if I need to change my job.i will have ban..?

  973. sir,
    I am an MTech graduate working in an LLC since last Seven months. Even i have been offered Engineer visa at the time of interview, my employer put me on Sales visa. more over i am not doing any job related to Sales. without considering my qualification, my CEO made me to work as loading, unloading, cleaning of his showroom and i never expected to do such jobs.these matters i have mentioned in my resignation letter too.
    now i got another offer from one of my client and offered me Engineer visa which is not in Free zone.
    I have submitted my resignation before 50 days. initially my CEO told me that he will relieve me after getting a substitute. But later he changed his words and told me that i am on two years contract and this contract cannot be break..

    in this situation what should i do. please give an immediate reply..

    Thanking you in advance,
    rajeev

    1. If it is a limited contract you have to complete your contract period other company has a right to charge penalty for breaking the contract.
      If you are not satisfied and you think your company is treating you bad you can take this issue with labour department.

  974. Hello Deepak. I would like to remove one of my comment wrote on sept. 18 2013. Please let me know the procedure. Thanks

  975. Hi Deepak, I appreciate your kind response on the questioons and comments.I am working for a private company in Bur Dubai as a webmaster. They agreed my salary as 5000 (4000 during six months probotion and 5000 aftera that) in my offer letter.Once I signed the offer letter they didnt provided me a copy of that. After six months completed I asked for the agred salary. Now my boss is sayin that he can only pay 4000. I have already completed 10 months. I would like to know if I got a good offer than this, can I join there. I am a commerece graduate I have my certificate attested recently.

    1. It is depends on the contract what you have present. (limited or unlimited)
      To avoid ban you should atleast work for one year in the company under unlimited contract
      In the limited contract you should complete your contract period

  976. Hi Deepak,

    I joined a company in abu dhabi 1 month back with a salary for aed 17000 but i dont like the job profile and work. I am getting offer from another company for in dubai for aed 14000. Will i get ban if i resign now? Someone was telling me that salary from new company should me more than previous salary? Can you please advise.
    From what i understood from the law salary should be more than aed 12,000. Appreciate your clarification.

    1. If you have an attested degree and salary as per MOL slab you can avoid ban. Since the rules are changing day by day better to check with labour or immigration before you proceed with the resignation.

  977. Dear Deepak,

    My probation of 3 months is not over and I want to resign and take a career break and study group of courses. I am planning to register in one of the DIFC institute and they are considering to give me one year student visa (which is ‘trainee’ type employment visa)

    I heard if you resign during probation period there is automatic 6 months labor ban and DIFC doesnt issue visa for those have labor ban? Appreciate your kind advise in this matter – is it true and what could be solution?

    Thanking you and hope to received your kind response.

    1. You may get labour ban and it will be for six months. I don’t think this labour ban would affect you to getting student’s visa. If you have labour ban you cannot work but as far as my understanding you may study under student visa. For more information please contact immigration.

  978. hi deepak

    i am working in uae frm 10mnths i m a bcom graduate my current sal is 1400AED m getting a job of 4500 dhrm and i really want to change my job bcoz it sucks bcoz im nt wrkng for more than 8 hours so they changed my section frm tv to kicthen appliance and they dnt hav stockers so they force the salesman to work in warehouse as well as selling area i did complaint to hr bt no use i just wnt to change my job and if i change wil i b ban 4 six mnths.plz help me .

    wil wait for u reply if possible plz mail me [email protected]

  979. Hi, Deepak!

    I just want to clarify something while reading this thread.

    If you’re done with medical but the company has not processed your residencency (stamp on passport, emirates I.d.) Im still on my third month of probationary period if I’m terminated or if I resigned am I getting a ban?

    Thanks. I hope for your kind response.

  980. hi Deepak,
    One of my friend have terminated from his job. he have finished 10 month with that company. the reason for termination company is saying his poor performance. just I want to ask u it is possible to apply for a new job for him. or he will get any automatic ban ?

  981. Hello Mr Deepak,

    One of my friend have terminated from his job. the company is saying the reason his performance is poor. He worked with that company 10 months . it is possible to apply for a new job for him ?
    or he will get any ban ? his salary is less than 5000.

    hope u r reply…thank u

  982. hi deepak thanks for your reply. i just went to labor now, they gave me 1 year ban.:'( can i still work in freezone? i dont have any case in my old company, they gave ban only because i didnt finish my contracy.pls help me..thanks

  983. Hi Deepak,

    I have a question, I am working now as secretary, and my salary is 1800aed for this position my contract is unlimited, im working now in our company for 8 months and im planning to resign after finishing 1 year contract, i am bachelors degree holder i just want to ask if i will be ban if i transfer after 1 year of service. thank you

  984. Hi Deepak, I have completed my 2 years as a sales representative in current company, my labor card was to expire on 17 July and visa on 7 august, employment contract is unlimited, I applied for resignation on 4 July but company had already sent my labor card for renewal. Now the new labor card cancellation process is under the name ” renew labor card under cancellation ” . Will I get the ban in this case. My new company is offering me a salary 5000+1000(transport)+1000(house rent) =7000. Position offered is same, I have high school certificate. Please reply. Thank You

  985. hi deepak,
    im working in a private clinic as a nurse under limited contract..and my salary is just 2500AED.. i found i better opportunity as a school nurse under freezone who offers me 6500 and i grabed it. i file my resignation last month july 14, 2013 but my previous employers asked me to pay him 7500 to give me release..or else he will give me BAN. my question is, do i still going to have a ban even i will tranfer in Freezone? is it good to pay my boss 7500 even i dont have that big amount and He is asking me to make loan in my new employer? please help me..thank you

    1. hi deepak,
      im working in a private clinic for 1 year and 4 months..as a nurse under limited contract..and my salary is just 2500AED.. i found i better opportunity as a school nurse under freezone who offers me 6500 and i grabed it. i file my resignation last month july 14, 2013 but my previous employers asked me to pay him 7500 to give me release..or else he will give me BAN. my question is, do i still going to have a ban even i will tranfer in Freezone? is it good to pay my boss 7500 even i dont have that big amount and He is asking me to make loan in my new employer? please help me..thank you

    2. If you get a job in freezone labour ban will not be applicable.But if your employer puts an immigration ban then yes you cannot join freezone. (Also note that employer cannot impose immigration ban without proper proof).

      1. hi deepak thanks for your reply. i just went to labor office now, they gave me 1 year BAN only because i didnt finish my 2 years contract. Can i still work in freezone even i have 1 year labor ban? they did not give me ban in immigration..pls help me,,im so depressed…thank u so much!

      2. hi deepak!thank you for your reply. i went yesterday at labor office and i found out they gave me 1 year ban. can i still work at freezone like TECOM if i have this labor ban? i dont have immigration ban. hope for your reply! thank u so much!

        1. Always there is six months automatic labour ban. One year ban is most of the time from immigration. If you have immigration ban then you cannot work in freezone. Just check which ban it is. If it is a labour ban you can work in freezone.

          1. i called both immigration and labor..they are telling me if i had 1 year ban..i cannot work anymore even in freezone for a year. 🙁 now i dont know what to do..i have no choice but to go home in my country. ;'(

            1. Yes since it is a immigration ban you can not enter UAE for a year. After completing the ban period you can enter and find a job.

  986. Good Day,

    i worked only in this company less than 2 weeks. i still don’t have any medical or residence visa stamped in my passport the only paper they gave me is the entry employment permit from my exit (pink paper) question Do i have a six month ban? and Do i need to pay something to the company so i get my passport? Many thanks.

    1. No you may not get any ban. Since you are on probation you can resign with immediate effect by giving day notice to the company

  987. Hi deepak im work as a barista i have a contract of two years and salary of 1300 if i resign and hve a new work should i get ah banned!? Im diploma holder..

  988. Mr. Deepak,

    I am a foreigner presently working in a certain company for a period of 1 month. I am on probation for 6 months with a 2 years contract. Someone offered me for a better opportunity under a Free zone company. If for example I am going to grab that opportunity what would be the best thing that I would do. I came here through an agency and paid the processing fee. I also paid for the expenses of my visa. And now I am paying for my emirates id. Would it be possible for me to change job while under probation? Would there be a ban? How long would it take for me to change a labour permit? I am a University Bachelor’s Degree Holder. Kindly help me what to do. Thank you in advance.

    1. since you are joining the freezone ban is not applicable. You can give immediate notice and leave the job and join your new company

  989. HI Deepak

    i have joined the company on 21 jun 2013 i am in my probation period can i change the job without any ban??

  990. Hi iam working as a electrical engineer in sharjah.manager harrasing me a lot and aslo he said that you are a labor here do work in site and also he cutting salary i have been there 4 months.there is only one worker here,company is owned by local arabs .as per uae law there is 8 workers here but other 7 workers working for other company of same sponser.plz help iam stucked here

  991. Hi Mr Deepak
    iam CA-inter qualified working as the internal auditor but my visa state my proffession as archieve clerk since my certificates are not attested.i completed just 6 month with my company.so pls help me on whether change in company attract ban

  992. Hi Deepak, pls. help, I need your advice, I got hired last June 17 2013 and started work, July 4 I exited to Oman for chance visa airport to airport, July 10 the papers for medical ang emirates ID was given to me for the process to be completed but I haven’t completed the process till I got terminated due to not following the timing for ramadan, my employer wanted me to go to office during ramadan from 9am-3pm then return in the evening from 9pm-12midnight, I only go to office for the morning sched since as per labor during ramadan employees are only required to work 6 hours and also there is no overtime pay and no carlift service provided by employer, as a woman I don’t want to risk my safety in travelling at night alone, to make this short “I was Terminated” I signed a 2 yr contract, exited for employment visa but visa hasn’t been stamped to my passport yet. I already signed the termination letter.
    QUESTION: Will I have a six month ban? How will this be lifted?

    Another thing, after a week our PRO said that my employer wants to cancel the visa. I understand that after cancellation I still have 30 days to stay here in UAE and look for job.

    QUESTION: will the ban still be applied after cancellation, what will be the process for the visa for my new employer? How will the ban be lifted?

    Hoping for your response. Thanks in advance.

  993. hallo sir iam bilal sir befor ihave visa 2 years but icansaled after11 mounth beacose of my mouther sikiness i come back my contrey my honers happy my work now iwant to come back u.a.e my honer not bane me. i want to know u.a.e labour law if their any bane on me aor not beacuse my compny not bane me. for best regard, m.bilal

    1. Sorry it will not be possible for me to check whether you have ban or not
      You can ask your owner to check the same

  994. Hi Deepak, Can I break a contract in Abu Dhabi before starting the job if I have got a better offer in a company in Dubai? is it possible?

  995. Hi Deepak,

    The company that I was working with has downsized so they cancelled my visa, they have given me NOC though. I have applied for the ban removal last June 18, 2013 and until now the ban is still not lifted. According to MOL it is still pending with the Under Secretary. Is the process really that long? I wanted to start with a new job but I could not because of the ban. I am planning to forward my attested High School Diploma by next week because I will only receive it here by then, would you think it will help to make the process faster?
    Thank you!

    1. Could be it is useful.
      But it is always important to have attested certificate in any case.

  996. Dear Sir,

    I am working with a company for last 9 months, and my salary is 4000 Dhs. Am Holding a bachelors degree and my current designation as per labor card is tax accountant clerk.

    Is there any chance that I can change job with a ban after one year? What should be the minimum salary for my new job. (can it be 5000 only)

    Regards,

    Rahman

  997. Hi Deepak,

    I resigned from my job after 9 months I have a 6 months ban on my labor visa cancellation. However, I hold a Master’s degree, and I was offered a position in a semi-governmental company with a salary exceeding 12,000 dirhams. Will the ban be automatically lifted when applying for new visa?

    Thanks a lot

  998. Hi deepak,
    My sister was terminated in less than a month of her contract. will she get a ban? She did not resign she was terminated will she still get a ban?

    Thanks.

    1. it is better to check with labour department since it is depends on her visa status.

  999. Good morning Deepak! My visa stamped this January 2013 but i joined the company last October 2012 in a private company. But they released us and told us to find another job because they cant already afford to give our salary. They not going to cancel my visa until ill find a new one and their willing to provide a No Objection Certificate. Do i have a ban? What will i do? Is there any option to not have a ban? Thanks and More power.

  1000. Hi deepak,i have studied diploma in mechanican engg, currently i am working with a company in dubai by october end’13, i would be completing 2yrs of my contract(unlimited), my doubt is if i renew for the the next 2 yrs and i get a new job next year and plan to resign will i get a ban? or for changing new job should i get a NOC next year ..kinldy advice ?

    1. As per the new rule in my opinion to change the job you need to have NOC from the present sponsor

  1001. I just now joined in a new company and they took 12,000 aed work permit for me .But they didnt stamp my visa and now I want to change my company due to some of companies problems and may be company will close.So I just want to know that if I change my company whether I will get a work ban?

    If I got a new job and IF they applied for a 5000 aed work permit with hs certificate whether the ban will lift?

    Please reply

    1. since your visa is not stamped i think you can leave the job without having a ban. But my advice is you to check with the labour department before taking any decision

  1002. Dear Depak,

    Im working in Du since 3 months behalf of Derbey. My question is Am on labour visa here, if the Company terminate me before the 6 months then the bann will applicable to me ? or can i get time to search for another job. Please advice

    Thanks in advance for your help on this.

    1. yes you will have a ban. I think you will have a grace period after the cancellation and that will be for 30 days

  1003. Hello Deepak

    I have been working with the same company for almost 4 years, however they did not apply for my labour card until 18 months ago, will I be given an automatic ban if I leave now?

    Kind regards

  1004. Hello Deepak,

    Can you please advise?

    I joined my company 4 years ago however they did not apply for my labour card until 18 months ago now I have been offered another position will I receive a ban even though I have been working for 4 years? Contract is dated 2009.

    Thank you

  1005. hi i donot have attaested degree but i have good offer 12,000 so my six ban will left ????

    1. Hi Ismail,As per my opinion you should have attested degree certificate. But anyways it is better to check with MOL or immigration.

  1006. Hi Deepak am working in a sharjah Based Company which has salary pending for 4 months.What can we Do To get this Pending Salary.Can we Complain in MOL.Please Advice ASAP.

      1. Dear Sir,

        I am working with a company for last 9 months, and my salary is 4000 Dhs. Am Holding a bachelors degree and my current designation as per labor card is tax accountant clerk.

        Is there any chance that I can change job with a ban after one year? What should be the minimum salary for my new job. (can it be 5000 only)

        Regards,

        Rahman

        1. there are certain salary slab as per ministry of labour to avoid ban. You can check with them or you can go to our website for the details.
          It is also depends on your contract limited or unlimited.

      2. Dear Sir,

        I am working with a company for last 9 months, and my salary is 4000 Dhs. Am Holding a bachelors degree and my current designation as per labor card is tax accountant clerk.

        Is there any chance that I can change job without a ban after one year of current contract? What should be the minimum salary for my new job. (can it be minimum 5000 only)

  1007. Hi Deepak,

    I am just confused. Can you help me?

    I came in UAE about a month ago on employment visa with unlimited contract. My visa category is engineer. I found the company and environment is not suitable for me and job is not relevant to my experience.

    Now I got an offer from one of the company in JAFZA. I want to move there.

    My question is that, Will labor ban be imposed on me? If so, can I still work and join company in JAFZA?

    Your help will be highly appreciated.

    Regards,
    Raja

      1. Hi Deepak,

        Thank you so much.

        Could you help me please about the updation of JAFZA laws? because, yesterday I called JAFZA hotline, and they said me that they are not processing JAFZA visa anymore if you got labour ban.

        As per my knowledge, JAFZA doesn’t refers to MOL, they directly refers to immigration.

        Could you please help me to sort out the issue.

        Best Regards,
        Raja

  1008. Hi Deepak,
    I worked in Dubai for 4 years and I change my company in last year, after 6 months of work in their.. I got sick and came to my country for medical.. and could not reach for duty on due date.. so my company ban me from work..
    kindly tell me, how long I will get this ban?

    thank u very much..

    1. Hi Paul, You may be having automatic labour ban for six months. you need to wait till it get complete.

  1009. Hello deepak
    I am working in a sales rite now and my qualification is engineering so When I complete my six months I will be looking the job of my profession ?is there any band ?please let me know because my friend also resigned the company after 7 months and he was not banned.

    1. Hi Niraj,for sure there will be labour ban for six month if you are working in private company.

  1010. Hi i have a question regarding my brother in Dubai
    He just got a 6 months working ban from his employer which he did’nt pay my brother for all hiis hardwork and time working and he wants no day off.. That’s why my brother didnt come to work anymore because he can’t work with no day off and long hours of work everyday and now hes employer dont want to pay him and he’s ban for 6 months! They went to labor and they speaking arabic my brother cant understand what they talking about and they dont even want to hear the side of my brother.. Its not fair at all… Is there anything we can do about this? Thanks you for your time 🙂 hope you can advice us what to do…

    1. Hi Hus, There is no procedure to lift labour ban. You need to check with the labour department

  1011. Hi Deepak,
    I joined in a company in Dubai this week. But i got a better offer from a company in Abu Dhabi. Though new company also offer same salary as old company, the position is more closer to my profile and challenging. If i resign from current company, will labour ban come into effect?If it does, will i be able to lift the ban? Iam Electronics Engg by profession.

    1. Hi Mathew, If your visa is not stamped or labour contract not signed yet you will not get any ban. You can join other company. Please check the status of your visa with your pro before proceed to the decision

  1012. Dear

    I am working with a non banking financial institution since last 10 months with an unlimited contract and salary of 8k.
    As I don’t want to work in this sales profession, I would like to switch to another job wherein I am getting a lesser salary of 6k.
    I am a bachellor degree holder and only that certificate is attested.
    Kindly advice how to process for lifting the ban as u mentioned with attested high school certificate I can remove the ban.

    Kindly explain

  1013. Daer Deepak,
    Iam having husband visa. i came here 2012 january. i was joined in one company and they maked my labor card also. then they are not paying salaries properly then i resigned my job. they canciled my card on 20.01.13. Now i got a good job in another company they also applied my labor card then they said labor card was banned. now what i will do…. please give me advice

    1. Hi Surekha,You might have got automatic labour ban for six months.You need to wait till it get finish otherwise you can try in freezone or govt entities.Please check in the labour why it has got rejected and how many months they have put a ban.

  1014. Good day.
    I am ratheesh from India.I have already 6 month labour ban. Now I got a new offer from Abu Dhabi .my previous contract was unlimited,educational qualification diploma in electrical engg(attested certificate). My new offer package 7000 aed/month(4.5 basic+2.5 acco). How can I overcome my 6 month ban???
    Please advise any solution.

    Thanking you.

    1. Hi ratheesh,If you have completed more than a year in your prvious company you can avoid ban. The new company can apply for your work permit. If you have not completed one year then you need to wait till your ban period conpletes or else you need to find job in freezone or govt entity

  1015. Hi Deepak,

    I am now serving my 6 months ban since April 5 this year. A company wants to hire me and informed me that ban can be lifted if I’m willing to pay the amount in Ministry of Labor. Have you ever encounter same cases such as this? That bans were lifted after paying a certain amount?

  1016. Mr. Deepak, I joined a finance company before 4 month’s ago. my target was not achieved and after 4 months they have terminated me. Now labor ban is applied on me. If I do not have salary offer according to the slab. Some body told me to get immigration visa (khasosi) find a job and transfer you visa. then their is no ban. Is this statement is ture.

    please reply soon.

    1. Hi Shahid, if you get an opportunity in govt or freezone you can avoid ban. Labour ban won’t be applicable.

  1017. i have finished my three year in one private company ,,,,now i renew visa with same compny with the time of 3 months before ,now i want to leave this job iam master degree holder will i get ban from company side or no.please assist me..

    1. Hi Naveed, i dont think you will have a ban. But please check with immigration or labour department.

  1018. my employer send me a offer letter ,then i only take 1500,and also my visa is here in dubai,but we bring as to abu dhabi to work there,what can i do?

  1019. Dear Deepak,

    I had 6 months ban which was completed in Feb 2013. I request you to let me know the process of lifting ban so that I can explore job options in Dubai.

    Thanks

    1. Hi Fatima, If your ban period is completed you can come here and search for a job.

      1. Dear Deepak,

        Thanks for your resoponse. I request you to let me know if there is any specific process involved in lifting the ban that has been completed in Feb 2013. Your guidance will be higlhy appreciated.

        Regards,
        Fatima

        1. Hi Fatima, there is No ban lift process. Automatically It will be removed from system. Once your ban period is completed you can work again.

  1020. Hi,

    I’m working in with sponsor of SAIF-ZONE with following details

    1- Designation as per visa “Sales Executive”
    2- Contract Type – Unlimited
    3- Internal agreement if leave job, Employee have to pay three salaries.

    I have master degree with Banking profession. I would like to resign. What will be outcomes with respect to BAN, 3 salaries agreement etc.

    1. Hi Ali, If you have signed any agreement mentioning such clause then you need to go as per the agreement. It is better you complete your contract period (work till your visa expires) so to avoid unnecessary conflicts.

  1021. Hi Deepak,

    As per the above article, it is mentioned that, to avoid 6 month labour ban for bachelors degree holders, need a salary of Dhs. 12000 from the new employer. Advice me what’s the requirement for a Masters degree holder.

  1022. good day to you.. im working in my company for 2yrs and 10 for LIMITED contract, and i want to leave this company because i have a good offer in the other company which is good and not pressured, can i file a resignation letter even i did not finish my 3 years? my contract will be expired this coming July 19, 2013. please advise me? thank you..

    1. Hi Rafael,Since your contract is limited you need to finish your contract term to avoid ban.

  1023. iam finish my contract and my i got ban becouse my PRO he cancell me 2days before my expiration without reason,how i remove my ban please any one can help me?i want to stay in uae and iam student in zayed home of islamic culture.if i go home in my country i dnt have anything how can i start my new life as a muslim,please i need help.

    1. Hi Lily, You need to check with your PRO about this issue. Please contact labour department for further assistance.

  1024. Dear Sir,
    I work for a private firm in Sharjah Airport International Free Zone & have completed 1.5 years. Now since Iam getting a better pay in a different firm in UAE, I decided to shift, But my company is not accepting my resignation, in which I stated my 30 days notice period, & threatening to work, whereas I am not interested to continue here.
    The management has clearly said ” Do whatever you can, but can’t go from where unless a replacement comes with a 2 month lap”. Kindly advise how to proceed.

    1. Hi Renny,It is always better to serve notice period as per your employment contract. You can discuss this issue with your new employer and try to solve it by yourself.

    2. Hi Renny i am going through the same problem i have given my 1 month notice but company says that it cannot accept unless i find my replacment and train him. will be helpfull if you can advice me on 055-3289573

      Thanks

      1. Need to comply with the company policy.Or else you can contact labour department.

  1025. hello
    my no is fahim i work for damas co only 18 months i work i am not completed my 2 yrs contract
    but i get a nice job is salary is 3250
    what i can do for remove the ban
    thanku

  1026. Dear Deepak,
    Would you be so kind as to answer my case.

    I am morking under Limited contract in Private sector (Just finished 6 months).
    Am I eligable to shift to another company with salary 12.000+ without any ban? I have an offer of 15k in Private sector as well.
    I have Bachelor Degree from Australia + currently studying on Master`s level here in Dubai.

    Or I should finish one year at least? Or I am unlucky for being on Limited contract, thus I must finish 2 years and there are no options for me?

  1027. Dear Deepak,

    Thank you for the article and your time. Would you be so kind as to answer my situation.

    Currently I am working under limited contract in Private Company.
    I am Bachelor Degree Holder (Graduated here in UAE), Studying on Master`s level now.

    I`ve just finished 6 months at current company.

    Am I eligable to transfer from this company to another with salary 12000+ without ban?

  1028. Hi Deepak,

    Thank you so much for this article.

    I have joined my company almost 3 months ago with a basic salary of 6,000 and the whole package is 10,000. I was offered [the same position] in a multinational company with a basic salary of 12,000 [without being divided into expenses]. My current company doesn’t want to give me a NOC. Will the ban be lifted with no expenses? Because my current company told me that if I wish to lift the 6 months ban I will have to pay the Ministry of Labour 17,000. Please advise.

    Thank you.

  1029. Dear Mr. Deepak,
    I am currently on a unlimited contract with my current employer. I just finished my 3 year contract and was renew again last April 13, 2013.my position is administrative supervisor with a salary of aed 6,000 pcm.Now my clarifiation are the following:
    A. Since my contract is just recently renewed, is it possible for me to change my work from my company to other company.
    B. Will I get a ba, in case I shift my work???
    C. If I. Get the ban, is there any ways for me to uplft the ban?? I hold a bachelors degree and currently holding a administrative poosition, … Thank u very much.

  1030. Hi Deepak,

    I joined my current company 4 months ago on a salary of 6,000. I am getting an offer from a multinational of more than 12,000 and I am a US bachelor’s degree holder and I have it attested.

    In this case, can I get the ban lifted, seeking your advice, highly appreciated. Will I need any NOC or something from the current employer ?

    Thanks

  1031. Hi Deepak,

    I am working in a company for past 8 months and have a salary of AED 8,000/- per month. I want to leave this job as my company has not paid my salary for last 2 months and they always delayed my salary since the begining. I was offered a salary of AED 10,000/- per month while I joined (I have an offer letter in company letter head where this amount is mentioned) but they are giving me only 8,000/- every month.

    I want to leave this job since my salaries are delayed every time. I also have a good offer from some other company. Could you please me suggest the following:

    1. Is there a 6 month ban in my case? How to lift it? According to your post, I should have a salary of 5K if I have a High school certificate.. etc etc.. So, How much salary is required if I have 12th Certificate?
    2. what option do I have if I would like to file a legal case against the company ? Is it possible? under what grounds ?
    3. What kind of expenses I may incur if I go legal?

    Thank you very much in advance.

    1. Hi Dominic, below replies:

      1. since you have not completed one year you may have the chance of getting labour ban. But it is always better to double check with immigration and labour since the rules are changing every other day
      2. you need to show your labour contract which should show your salary is 10K. (if you have signed any documents which shows your salary is 8 K then it will not be in your favour).
      3. Depends on the case. I have not much idea.

  1032. Hello Mr. Deepak! I am in a Temporary Position as Document Controller (6 months contract as it was indicated to my contract) here in Dubai, My contract will expire next month and they are planning to extend my contract for another 6 months still temporary position , i still have no have idea if they going to put me in a pemanent position or continous temp contract.. what if i decided to transfer to other company. But my present employer gave me a 2 yrs visa. Am i also eligible for 6months ban?

    1. Hi Sakura, Yes since you have visa and lablur contract you will have a ban for six months

  1033. hi deepak……good social work u r doing all the best

    i just came in dubai in 27 march 2013 now my company is going to close my contract is about 2 years and my salary is 2500…i m bechlors holder but this job was given under my school certificate…… so if they cancel my visa so ll i receive any ban….if yes so what i ll have to do …thnks

  1034. hi deepak,
    i am working in a construction company as an accountant…
    here my salary in contract is 4000 and unlimited..
    am completed 8 months, after 1 year am leaving this company…
    my degree certificate attested………in this case any ban…..?
    or how can avoid ban….. please help me deepak,,,,,,,

    1. Hi Ajeesh, if you get new salary as per MOL slab and if you finish atleast one year in the company you can avoid ban.

  1035. Hi Deepak

    I Join new company last month i am not happy to work I am holding hotel management certificates, now I am got very good offer from other company 12000 AED this case I will face any ban

    Thanks
    Mohammed

      1. Deepak
        i having limited contract i just one month i join this company i have new offer other company heting 12000 AED ,this case i will get ban please advice,

        Regards

        Mohammed

          1. Deepak
            sorry i am un limited contract i just one month i join this company i have new offer other company heting 12000 AED ,this case i will get ban please advice,

            Regards

            Mohammed

            1. Hi Mohammed, if you are visa is stamped and you have labour contract there is a chance of getting ban.you need to complete atleast one year

  1036. Hi Mr. Deepak. I am working in a private company in Dubai since April 2012 on limited contract. Now I have a good offer in Dubai Free zone. Am I liable for ban if I resign from current company?
    Please advise

    1. Hi Miles, Yes you will have a six month automatic labour ban. But you can move to free zone. Not an issue

  1037. Hello Deepak, Good wishes for what you do.
    I came on employment visa (Unlimited Contract) as a MECHANICAL ENGINEER on oct,2012. around 6 months over to till date.
    I am paid too low and their is no remuneration as agreed. but meanwhile i am getting another offer with 5000 as basic coz i am newly graduated engineer.
    So if i resign from my present employer shall i be on ban.

  1038. Hi deepak,How are u..i joined an insurance company before coming to dubai i doesn’t know it was on a commission basis there is no salary ,contract is for 2 years and unlimited they mentioned salary as 1AED and other responsibility column they mentioned 5000 subsidy if i get any opportunity now with another firm can i lift the ban,am just 2 months older to the company

  1039. dear sir,
    i resigned today with my company due to im not happy and salary is very low. ive got an offer to the new company even im not a degree holder..is it possible my company will give me a ban?thanks and blessings.

  1040. Hi Mr. Deepak.. My brother in law was working with a hotel as a purchasing manager and he was over there for 12 years with that company. One year back in feb 2012 The hotel management rented out the hotel to third party and as the working conditions where not good, he left the job and he has been put on one year ban by the old management. Before leaving the job he has got job in another hotel and he had been offered more package than the previous one and when the new hotel went for applying his visa they came to know that there is one year ban.. HOW CAN THIS BAN BE LIFTED AS PER THE ABOVE ARTICLE AND HE IS A COMMERCE GRADUATE… KINDLY REQUEST YOU TO REPLY WITH UR VALUABLE REPLY AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE SIR.. PLEASE

  1041. hi MR.Deepak im working in the UAE from 9 month for a company now I got an offer with double salary but I don’t have certificate but my contract is unlimited what can I do how can I avoid the ban!

  1042. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I just resigned recently. Actually my last day is on Saturday. My labor contract will expire on the 8th of June this year. and am holding unlimited contract. still i will get ban from my employer?

  1043. Hi Mr Deepak,

    I came here in Abu Dhabi last Sept 2013 as employment visa.After 31/2 months my employment was terminated by my employer due to reducing of manpower. Fortunately I came to find a new job, My previous company cancelled my visa and it was expired last March 26, 2013, I joined a new company and they start to procees my visa. During the process it came to know that I was ban for 1 year by my previous employer and to think they terminate me without any bad records.
    Now I’m facing overstayed in the country and should leave the country as soon as possible..Is there any possible way to remove the ban and continue working in the new company?

    Also how much fine will I pay for my overstayed?
    Thank you..

    1. Hi Morris, Company may not have any right to give one year ban for an employee without any proper record.You can check with your previous company why did they do this kind of inconvenience.You need to pay the over stay fine in the airport immigration.(may be they have reported you as absconding)

  1044. Hi Deepak,

    Im currently working now for 1 yr and 2 mos then my salary is 5000AED but i receive to much good offer which is more than on my current salary.. So my question is, does my current company has the rights to ban? or what is your advice to avoid any ban? Thanks

    1. Hi Johndell,if you are contract is unlimited and then yes you can resign. But salary should be as per MOL slab to avoid ban.

  1045. Hi! Mr. Deepak!

    Im working in my present company for 6 months already and i want to resign coz my employer always delayed our salary and he did not follow what is written in my contract that i will work 8 hours,instead i work 12 hours and he wont pay the overtime.if i will resign,i will be ban?i have 2 years contract..

    Please give me some piece of advise and what to do..

    Thanks,

    1. Hi Anna, Yes you will have a ban….but for the non payment of salary you can go to Ministry of Labour.

  1046. Hai… i need to ask u one doubt. I came to abudhabi with an employment visa last week. but i am not satisfied with my current employer. Now i got an offer from Oman. if i resign from my current employer will i have to pay them something?? if there is ban then no problem because i got an offer from oman. what should i do please reply sir.

    1. Hi Vinu, if there is any clause in the contract about paying visa charges then you need to pay to the company. Normally visa fees are borne by employer.

  1047. i i joined the company in 3 rd march 2013 and my contract period is 1 year and 6 month is a probation period and now my present company has terminate my service with in 1 month by telling me due to the internal restructure in management we terminate your service now my question to u deepak is if i got another job should i face a ban since it is company who terminate my service not me.

    1. Hi Mash, If you have a Master’s degree and salary as per MOL slab you will not have a ban

  1048. Hi mr.deepak I enterd uae in the month of febraury 2013 and my company dint give me any offer letter I dint sign any contract and my visa stamping is also not done in my passport so now am getting a new oppurtunity in other company so will der be a labour ban for me

    1. Hi Moosa, I guess you will not have a ban. But please check whether they have applied for your labour card. You can request them to cancel.

  1049. hi mr.deepak,
    i just want to ask if its ok if im going to resign because my superior didnt treat me well?sometimes he’s touching me to some of my body parts.im scared to him hes always shouting at me and treat me stupid and telling me words like bullshit.is there any law for that,.? im working with him 2months but i have 2yrs contract.what should i do?please help.thank you.

  1050. dear deepak,

    I was working for 9 months and terminated from work…As per my labour contract my salary is 2800 dhs…they want to demote my salary intop 200dhs.What would be my case in that situation?

  1051. Dear Deepak

    I came Dubai in the month of December and got my visa stamped in January for 2 years but now I don’t want work with this company any more and Iam getting a offer of 5000 salary from some other company in dubai onlyI will not get any Labour ban as per the MOL salary slab but when I went to the labour court to confirm the same they told me yes you will not get any ban from our side but the employer can put 1 year ban on you for breaking the contract in between since it is a 2 year contract .kindly guide me in this how come a employer can put the ban and how to avoid that Iam ready to pay all the visa expenses to my current employer which occured to call me in du ai and required notice period also ,still I will get ban from the employer or not .At the same time Iam getting another job offer from Oman can I go their without any complications if I leaves this job please guide me ASAP on this

    Thanks
    Simar

    1. Hi Simar, Company cannot put any ban without any specific reason. They need to prove it. If in case company puts you a ban for one year You can go Oman without any complications since it is a different country.

  1052. Mr deepak,
    kindly inform me that if i got visa of accountant in company at salary of 4000 AED then if i get a good opportunity then can i face the ban ???

  1053. i got a job on accountant visa of 4000 AED. i am chartered Accountant and get a good job in future then there can be ban ??

    1. Hi Muhammad, It all depends on the new salary as per your degree. depends on new salary

  1054. hi mr.deepak.. i entered uae on may 2012 as a tourist,all my expenses pay my employer,after that i signed contract for 2 years,.but my problem is i want to resign when i finish my 1year,.i have a good oppurtunity to go canada thats why i plan to quit my work,my LMO there in canada is already approved, but how my employer release me?ill pay my unfinished contract?how much?or they complain me in labor and i get ban? my employer in canada want me to take me from here,but maybe my employer do anything to force me/send me back in my country,.i work here in dubai as a massage therapist,12hours working and sometimes more than that.
    i want to grab the oppurtunity mr deepak but i dont know what is the best to do without any problem too much?please enlighten me.thanks

    1. Hi She, If you have a good opportunity you need to grab it.Don’t worry company cannot put you ban without any proper reason.You may have labour ban which is for six months.

  1055. sir, Iam doing a job in LLC, from the last 1.5 years and I want to resign from my job would i face the ban. i have also Master degree in accounts. Also suggest me is there any option of lifting the ban. if I didn’t get the job of 5000AED

    1. Hi Mustafa, if you have an attested masters degree fine but same time you need to have the salary as per MOL slab.

  1056. Hi Mr. Deepak

    I start working from my company as a office boy(2000aed), after 6months they promote me as a Sales Rep(2000+2000quota),after 5 months i signed a contract(2000+2000quota) now we close auh office then we move dubai,they send me back to office work now sometimes doing sales rep jobs,and they remove quotas so my salary will be 2000 aed only,my question is can a company do such things as this?

    Thanks

    1. Hi Johny,what does quota means?Company cannot reduce the salary of an employee….unless you agree for the same commitment.

  1057. I am in a 2 years limited contract in a local company i.e LLC . Now I want to resign after completing 1.5 years as I got job in dubai free zone. My employer is ready to give me NOC. Would I face any BAN as I have a Bachelor Degree also.

  1058. hi sir, may i know ,can u explain for me.i work in Korea res truant last 10.8.2012 to until now sir,but now i want to change the another job sir, because my salary is very low only 700 sir, they didn’t pay the other
    allowance ,no transportation, no give to accommodation ,my work time is one day 12 hours sir, i am very tired,my visa is unlimited visa sir, i came in visit visa , but i worried i have ban, if i change another work i have or no have ban , how can i do.please can u explain for me.thank u sir,

    1. Hi Kaye, if you are employment visa is unlimited you will have a ban and the ban period will be 6 months. In case if you are still on visit visa then there wont be a ban.

  1059. Hi Deepak, I am under limited contract for 2 years and have been working for 1 year now with my employer. Should I decide to resign, can I apply to freezone companies without getting any labor ban even if the salary is lower than 5,000? Secondly, will I have to pay for the visa expenses the company paid for my employment?

    1. yes you can try in freezones
      i dont think you need to pay any visa expenses. Visa expenses should always be borne by the employer not employee

  1060. Hi,
    I started working last Jan.29, 2013. I dnt want to continue working bcoz the benefits the company mentioned were unclear.I am on husband visa.can i resign and will i incur a ban?

    1. Hi Sandie, Yes you can resign. but if you have a labour card then there may be a chance of getting labour ban.If you have an attested degree plus salary as per MOL slab you can avoid ban.

    2. Hi sir.im just worried bec my highschool diploma was not attested. My new employer is freezone and i have more than 5k salary. Do i really need to have my diploma attested?

  1061. hi deepak,

    i joined before 3 month in one company getting 2250 aed.now igot job in other company with 6000 aed. if i joining new company ,do i get ban?

    1. Hi Husni, yes you will have a ban.
      But if you have an attested degree with matches your new salary slab as per MOL you can avoid it.

  1062. Hi!
    I entered UAE Dec 2012 in a visit visa, I got a job in a private company; currently working for a month now (started Feb). But, unexpected things happened at home, so I’m thinking of leaving my job and go home by July. What ban will be applied on me? My contract states “UNLIMITED”.
    If i desire to come back next year to work again, will it be difficult for me to apply or to have a working visa?
    Thank you.

    1. Hi Barracuda,
      You need to complete all the procedures in visa cancellation. There would be a 6 months ban. But you can enter after six months. No problem.

  1063. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I work as a Civil Engineer in a Contracting Co. in Dubai and have completed 8 years on a Limited Contract. Last Contract expired in February 2013 and got automatically renewed for 1 year as per clause in the Contract.
    Does clause 113(b) applies to make the contract invalid upon its expiry?
    Is it possible to lift 1 year ban that may be imposed by my current Employer if I resign before the completion of extended period of 1 year.
    Regards,

    Aman

    1. Hi Aman,

      How can company renewed your contract without your approval?
      You can not lift one year ban …One year ban is always from immigration not labour.

  1064. hi deepak, thankfull to your help to understand MOL rules.
    I am working in a contracting company as a Technician at a salary
    Dh 4500/ from june 2011 in an Unlimited Contract.. on Feb 27, company told me there is no work from tomorow and to go on leave/vecation, because they have no work, If i wont go, they said to cancel my visa now( 2months balance to complete 2 years). Now i need to know these things,
    1. If co. cancel my visa now, a 6 month Ban is effected to me?
    2. , If i got an offer of Dh 5000/ ,May i change to a new job without ban now? note: ( I have attested Diploma certificate.. My high school certificate is not attested.)

    1. Hi Sunil,
      1. Yes labour ban is applicable to everyone except who works for government entity and Freezone
      2. could be yes or no depend on the new company

  1065. Hi Deepak, my company doesnt have an e-card to cancel visas. i have filed a complaint at the labour office and waiting for their action. i have completed 3 years and have a new job offer. what are my chances of getting my visa cancelled. what r the reasons for labour to cancel my visa themselves? what are my options to start working even without my visa cancelled? thanks in advance.

  1066. hi,
    I am working in a company for past 1year in unlimited contract, i’m planning to resign now because the salary always delayed, will i get 6 months employment ban? and what if i found a free zone company to transfer? or even a non-freezone.. do i have something to pay on my employer or i will only pay for the ban to be lifted?

    1. Hi Jenn, Yes labour ban applies for every employee except who work for government entity and free zone. If you get job in free zone even though you have labour ban you can work. If you get job in non-freezone you need to have attested certificate and salary as per MOL slab. As far as a I know there is nothing like ban lift charges.

  1067. hi,
    I am working in a company for past 1year in unlimited contract, i’m planning to resign now because the salary always delayed, will i get 6 months employment ban? and what if i found a free zone company to transfer? or even a non-freezone.. do i have something to pay on my employer or i will only pay for the ban to be lifted?

  1068. hi,
    I am working in a company for past 1year in unlimited contract, i’m planning to resign now because the salary always delayed, will i get 6 months employment ban? and what if i found a free zone company to transfer? or even a non-freezone.. do i have something to pay on my employer or i will only pay for the ban to be lifted?

  1069. i completed my 3 year limited contract 9 months unlimited contract i am on my husbands sponsorship.i got a job in government.so igave resignation of 24 hours stating a different reason.my company did not accept my resignation.i dont know whether they will cancel my labour card .will it affect my new job?they did not give my gratuity.

    1. Hi Juno, Yes when the new company applies for a labour card it will show in the system. Government company mostly issue the visa from immigration they do not require labour card. I have no idea in which entity you have joined. Better to check with your new company PRO.

  1070. Mr. Deepak I was checked my visa and my status is unlimited it is possible that the company will give me 1yr ban? Is freezone or immigration can avoid 1 yr ban? Thank you

    1. Hi, Company should have proper reason to put one year ban. It is a immigration ban which applies both freezone too….Immigration ban means you cannot enter the country.

  1071. Hi Deepak
    please tell me my pay is 3000 and i have attested degree of engineer just did 3 munth job
    Tell me if i can change my job after 6 munth in Fujairah or tell me any lawyer.

  1072. Hi Deepak
    please tell me my pay is 3000 and i have attested degree of engineer just did 3 munth job
    Tell me if i can change my job after 6 munth in Fujairah or tell me any lawyer.

  1073. Hi Deepak,
    Within Abudhabi if I want to change the job, So I can process the new Visa without canceling my current employment Visa?

    nd i hve completed 6month with my current employer bt i have an offer more than 12000AED so there is any ban for me or NOT?

    waiiting for u reply
    regards

    1. Hi Pervaiz, No you cannot transfer the visa. You need to cancel your current visa and labour card to issue new one.If you have an attested degree then there wont be a ban.

    1. Hi Iqbal, MOL Slab. Ministry of Labour Slab. There are certain salary level according to the designation as per MOL.

  1074. Hi friends, Please help, my contract with my current employer mentions “Unlimited”. I get salary of 6000. I have completed 1 year and i plan to move to another company, please advise if i will get a ban from labor.

    1. Hi Joe, If you have an attested degree plus salary as per MOL slab you can avoid ban

  1075. Hi Deepak Sir,

    I am working in a company for past 1year in unlimited contract, suddenly they inform us this month beginning they were closing this office, they are providing a NOC. My current salary is 3000aed per month. what if i get a job with Aed4000 Salary. do i get a 6months ban.

    Please help what do I have to do….

  1076. Hi Deepak,

    I am working in a company for past 1year in unlimited contract, suddenly they inform us this month beginning they were closing this office, they are providing a NOC. My current salary is 3000aed per month. what if i get a job with Aed4000 Salary. do i get a 6months ban.

    Please help what do I have to do….

    1. Hi Mohammed,6 months ban is applicable to all the employees unless your visa from immigration and free zone. you can avoid ban if you have an attested degree plus salary as per MOL slab.

  1077. My contract with company is for 1 year, but my visa stamped for 2 year. Will i get ban if i leave the company after the one year contract…

    Currently my visa is labour visa,if any other company offer job in Engineering visa,can i move to that company without ban.

    1. Hi Denny, Yes you can move on but you should have an attested degree plus salary as per MOL slab.

  1078. hallo deepak i get an employement visa from a dubai alquos based small company and i enter in 10 december 2012,january 2013 last they will cancell it and tell me to go back.and i will back to india on feb 6th 2013 .i dont have any contract with them,not issue labour card,nothing .and no stamping visa,but take medical.before 2 months i will back. my question is this is there is a ban ?plz answer me.

    1. Hi Hawil, If you have not received labour card or labour contract and no stamp on visa you will not have a ban.

  1079. Hi deepak m working in co from last 3 month i want to leave this company if the owner give me noc than ban possible or not please rply me on my e-mail thanx

    1. Hi Manish, As far as I know now a days NOC is not valid. You need to complete your contract period. You can avoid ban only if you have an attested degree plus salary as per MOL slab. For more information you can directly contact immigraton

  1080. Hi Mr. Deepak M,

    I really appreciate your help to the all helpless expats. We are in black and don’t know where to go .
    I m on Visit visa and have been appointed by a company A on a 2 year limited contract. I have got my MPA degree (dully attested from MOFA Dubai , Completely legalized) . According to the offer letter i will b required to give 90 days notice to leave the job and also if i left the company before 1 year i will have to pay them 45 days salary..My questions are as follows:
    1. During my probation period if i want to resign what are the possibilities of ban and my visa?As i m having masters degree and have more than 10 years of accounts field experience.
    2. What are the notice period clause implication?
    3. They have added the non competition clause in the offer letter as well. How it can effect my or restrain me from changing my job?
    4.If they fire me during the probation period , do i will get a ban or not?

    Kindly advise as we have nobody to help us in this regards.

    Thank you very very much and appreciate your passions to read this long questions.

    Best regards.
    Ahmed bhatti

    1. Hi Ahmed,
      1.There is a labour ban for every one (except the visa direct from immigration and free zone). You can avoid ban if you have an attested degree plus salary as per MOL slab.
      2. Notice period is always depends on the company policies ( it may be one month to 3 months)
      3. Company has the right to put non-competition clause. If you terminate the contract before the expiry company has the right to abide the non-competition clause.
      4. ref…point no 1

  1081. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    I just want to know some details on ban for engineers.

    Presently am working for a company as estimation engineer for the last 4 years and 2 months. Now the company want to change my visa to a sister concern company having another license. If I change my visa to this new company and if i want to change my job, will there be a ban. If there is a ban, can i lift it by paying some fees?

    Please help me as am in confusion. The HR is telling me that I wont have a labor ban since they r changing my visa to sister concern only and also I am having an engineer visa. Please give me a reply.

    1. Hi Josy, You can avoid ban if you have a attested degree certificate plus salary as per MOL slab. Since you are an Engineer you will not have a ban.

  1082. Dear Deepak

    Iam working in a restaurant as a manager but my visa is of waiter catagory but Iam not happy from my job and I want to leave this company I have joined this company recently only 3 months back ,I have been offered a new job of 5000 dhs from a different company but they are asking me to get clearance from the old employer and attested high school certificate can you tell me what is the procedure to get the certificate attested because I checked on Internet but didn’t found any thing and please let me know if I gets clearance from my old employer will I get any ban or not

  1083. Hi Mr Deepak
    i have completed my 1 year and 2 months contract, now i want to change my job, if new employment salary is less than 12000 there would be a ban of 6 month on me or no?
    my visa is unlimited, i am an electrical engineer.
    also if existing company terminate me,in that case i will have ban or no?

    1. Hi Tahir, you may not have a ban in case if you have attested degree plus salary slab as per MOL.

  1084. Hello.
    Recently I have been offered a job. The company is already processing the visa. I signed the employment offer. It will be my first job in Dubai.
    Yesterday I was offered a better position with a different company. but in this case the recruitment process will take more time.
    I will start working for the first comapny soon… but later will I be able to change jobs i I am offered a position at the second comapny without any labor ban? I suppose I still would be on probation period if this happened. DOes it change anything?

    1. Hi Jacek, now a days you cannot work in any company unless you get the labour approval. Once the labour approval is done company will start the visa procedure. Once all the formalities done you need to complete the contract period. It is better you take decision well in advance to avoid all the consequences. You can avoid ban only if you have attested degree and certain salary as per MOL slab.

  1085. Hi, Good day! I just accepted a job offer about a week ago by signing and giving the required documents for visa processing. I already give my attested certificates, 10 pcs. passport size photos, cancelled visa from previous company, passport copy etc. Then suddenly 3 days ago I got a job offer from other company which is better package. It is still possible to cancel my application to the 1st company? Is there any problem in MOL or immigration like ban or any? please help. thanks!

    1. Hi Jov, better to check with the 1st company whether they have applied for your labour approval. If not you can still ask the company to not proceed further.

  1086. Dear Deepak
    i am civil engineer working in a construction company last 3 munths.the company needs me only for their company registeration .its a very small company and i am fully disapointed now is there any way to get rid of them and move to any other company without 6 munth ban please help me .it will be great favour.

    1. Hi Hanan, if you have a attested degree certificate plus salary as per MOL slab you can avoid ban.

  1087. Hi Deepak
    I am civil engineer and working in a construction company.i started my job 3 munths ago ,the company only hire me due to my degree to register their company ,i am very disappointed and want to get rid of them they have my passport and degree.
    is there any way to file a case against them and cancelling without a 6 munth ban
    i have unlimited contract with them
    plz help

  1088. Hello Mr. Deepak…Good day. I am sitution now Resign my company of .. I breaking the contract of 2 years…I am working in restaurant, I am almost 1 years and 3 months service complete… Because i found new job 5star Hotel handle of IMMIGRATION VISA…
    Lately i know my contract is LIMITED Because after pass my resignation papers duration 30 days… He ask me sign the paper we accept paid my 45 days my salarie and shoulder my ticket to exit…and the manager forced me to sign..and HE said Give my cancellation on finish my duration..And now my company scared me Said i Give me ONE YEAR BAN… and after my duration he book me to exit and together give my cancellation on airport.. SIR GIVE ME ADVICE.. What i can do…? Because i want to resign the Company always DELAY THE SALARY..AND WORKING 10 hours…
    Do you think IT is RIGHT? NEED ADVICE? Thank you.

  1089. Hello Mr. Deepak…Good day. I am sitution now Resign my company of .. I breaking the contract of 2 years…I am working in restaurant, I am almost 1 years and 3 months service complete… Because i found new job 5star Hotel handle of IMMIGRATION VISA…
    Lately i know my contract is LIMITED Because after pass my resignation papers duration 30 days… He ask me sign the paper we accept paid my 45 days my salarie and shoulder my ticket to exit…and the manager forced me to sign..and HE said Give my cancellation on finish my duration..And now my company scared me Said i Give me ONE YEAR BAN… and after my duration he book me to exit and together give my cancellation on airport.. SIR GIVE ME ADVICE.. What i can do…? Because i want to resign the Company always DELAY THE SALARY..AND WORKING 10 hours…
    Do you think IT is RIGHT? NEED ADVICE?

    1. Hi Bert, in the limited contract if you are terminating you will not be entitled to any End of service benefits-EOSB or gratuity. Company cannot put you ban without any specific reason.

  1090. i have recently joined in one company of Uae. company is not fulfilling its promises what they did at the time of joining. My question is if i leave company before 6 months ,how can i get my passport from company. I have a master degree which is attested from respective authorities, and suppose next company offers me high salary and good position

    1. Hi Ramesh, company doesn’t have the right to keep the passport of employee. If you are handling cash related or strategic posts, company may keep it. But not legal. You may go to labour.

  1091. Dear Deepak,

    Good Afternoon. I want to ask you some questions regarding Labour ban. I am currently working for a Contracting company in Abu Dhabi as an Accountant General under an Unlimited contract from past 7 months. My company have hired me as per my B.com degree qualification. This is my first job in the Gulf. I am looking for a job change. I have read earlier in Khaleej Times Legal View that there is no ban if an employee works for a year. However, I checked with Ministry of Labour Abu Dhabi Office and they told me that they have not come to know about anything as such and there will be a ban if an employee leave the job within 2 years of employment. My questions to you are;

    1) If I get a job now, will I be able to switch to the new company without a labour ban. If NO, then can I revoke the labour ban by paying fees to the MOL.

    2) If my new company hire me as per my SSLC/High School attested certificate with salary package of 5000 AED, then can I join the new company without a labour ban?

    3) Also, since my current company have given me Accountant General position and if the new company gives me a lower position like Accounts Clerk/Accounts Assistant/Sales Executive if they hire me as per High School certificate, will there be any problem for visa processing?

    Please clarify and advice me on the above mentioned questions since I am searching for the answers to these questions from a very long time. Your help in this will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

    1. Hi Ahmad,

      1.No you cannot lift a ban paying fees to MOL
      2. There are certain job category and salary slab as per MOL. If you fulfill those requirement you can avoid ban.
      For more information about this pls contact MOL
      3. Yes you will have a problem
      4. No the Labour Law for UAE is same.

  1092. Hi Deepak. I will join the company jan 2013 this company giveing salary not properly.that y i will change for the company.when will change the company,iam Bsc Grauate. but i am avoid ban also when will change for the right time.please help me

    1. Hi Santanam, if you have an attested degree plus salary as per MOL slab you can avoid ban.

  1093. hi my worked in dubai rta for 3 yrs now they made ban for 1 yrs is this possible to make ban then how to come out of ban

    1. Hi Maria, Usually every employee will have 6 months labour ban if they have not completed the contract. I have no idea why did company put you one year ban.You cannot avoid this ban and you need to complete the ban period.

  1094. Dear Mr Deepak, I have been working as a doctor (General Practitioner) In a medical center in Dubai since May 2012. – limited contract. How ever I am having a better offer at a different clinic and would like to resign before my 1 year contract period. I am on my husband’s sponsorship. My new offer will have a higher salary. Will I be subjected to any ban? Will I be able to remove the ban by paying any fee.
    Kindly clarify

    1. Hi Soni, since you are a Doctor you will not have any ban. But please make sure that you have an attested degree certificate and proper UAE licenses.

  1095. I am working as a Secretary in Abu Dhabi for four months in an unlimited contract and it’s written there my probationary period is 3 months my manager said that we don’t have any upcoming project so they will cancelled me. I want to know if I will be able to find another job here in Abu Dhabi, I will still get a ban on Labor though it wasn’t my fault why I have been cancelled.

    Please help what do I have to do….

    Thank you

    1. Hi Dulce, If you have an attested degree plus salary (as per MOL slab) you can avoid ban. Also, if you find a job at Freezone company, there will be no ban! All the best!

  1096. Hi Mr. Deepak, Recently me working in a Company at VISA of General Accountant, Salary is 2,900/- P.M in total & i hav completed 9 month only and now i have 5000+ offer with JAFZA VISA, can you guide me that i will be ban or not? I will wait for your kind response. Thanks

  1097. Hi Mr. Deepak..

    I worked to these company for 2 yrs. my labor card is finished last January 26, 2013 but they ask me to work until end of this month Feb 20 2013.My residence visa will expired next month March 24 2013.I want to ask until when I can stay here after cancelling my visa and how much should a get if my salary per month is 3000 and my basic in my contract is 1300dhs. In those 2 yrs i went for vacation once and it happened when i reach 1 yr I took 30days but I’m the one who pay for my ticket. I want to ask weather I can get leave pay also including my gratuity?

    I hope you can help me. Pls. send your answer to my mail. Thank you God bless.

    1. Hi Chy, Gratuity would be AED 1700/- plus whatever leave balance amount. after cancellation of your visa you can stay here for 30 days.

  1098. hi, i was working with a company from june 2012 and now in january i lost because of the cut down in the company now they have cancelled my visa and everything i had just some days left to go back i had a ban of 6 months i got a job but they were telling that if you can do something to lift yourban then only they will take can youi tell me or mail me back how can i lift the ban as they were offreing me less than 5000 aed.. please let me know immediately

    1. Hi,I dont think you can lift the ban …but try to ask your company NOC and check with MOL.

      1. Hi I have almost the same situation as him. If I be able to get an NOC would that be able to lift my ban?

  1099. and also we pay for our own yearly ticket , i didnt know about this and they half our vacation 15 days only for every six months ..plss help us..

  1100. Hi Mr Deepak can you help me ..my company is not good to their employee we work 13 hours a day and sometimes 18 hour when we got shipments and they didnt pay our excess hour and they cut our salary too much ..almost 5 months in working in this company i never felt they implement what ive sign in contract..pls can you help us

  1101. Hi Mr. Deepak..Thanks for ur help..
    I just want to know that My labour card will expired on 14th March 2013, and i want to go before 25th march 2013 to india, i already gave my resign to company with saying i will work till 25th march but i dont think my company will do may cancelltion before 25th march. what can i do? is there any ban for me ?
    I will finish my vissa on 14th march 2013 …so please give me sugession …tahnk u

    1. I dont think you will have a ban because you are going to complete the visa and visa period.
      I would suggest you to request the HR to start all the necessary procedures for cancellation of the visa to avoid other consequences in the future.

  1102. i workd six years at the cargo company after my visa expires i filed a complaint at the labor office for nt receiving 3 months of my salary, my gratuity and plane ticket as i received only one ticket home for the whole six working years. months have passed my compny has given me only 3 tho for all the complaints, that time the company was at the brink of bankcruptcy i did not get the cancellation papers as im still expecting i could get my money. my employer and i had met at the labor office trying to settle the problem 7 months have passed since the first complaint my employer went to jail due to some problems in the bank

  1103. Dear sir ,
    I am new to UAE and have only completed three months in my current job and my current salary is 4250, I have been offered a job in an another company at a salary of 4500 , will i be able to move to this new job with out getting any ban. In case i get ban, is there a way to lift it by paying money to ministry of labor. the new company is not a freezone company ,
    if you give me you email id i could send a copy of my job contract to you . kindly advice me on this matter as i am on the verge of getting terminated from my current employment

      1. Dear sir
        I have an update to my situation , the company has now offered me 5000 AED as salary .they have send me the offer letter stating the salary ,Will it be fine in this case , will i still get the ban
        Thanks for the help

        1. Hi Sarath, considering what designation and degree (attested) you are having only can avoid ban.
          There are certain slabs as per MOL. For more information please call MOL and get it cleared your doubt.

  1104. Hi Deepak, if the company terminates you and they are willing to give an NOC would I still have ban? I have been in the company for 7 months now. Appreciate your reply. Thank you!

    1. Now a days NOC rule is not applicable. You can avoid ban only if you have proper attested degree plus salary (new offer) according to the MOL SLAB. as you know Labour rules are dynamic and change according to the time and certain professions are exempt these days from ban.

  1105. hi deepak , pls let me congratz for ur owesome helping mind towards others .. god bless u dude ,,, deepak my problem is tht i complete 1 year and 2 months in an oil company ( 2 year visa) am work as an engineer .. can i move to other company without ban . and its my first visa too .. so plzz help me too dude

  1106. Sir I will resigned to my job I have 2yrs contract and I will not finished it. I been here in our company for 1yr and I have a new employer in fives star hotel and it’s freezone is there any ban?

  1107. Sir, I sign my contract last Feb. 20 2012 but they didn’t give a copy of it..and my labor card expiration date is on March 06 2014, now I’m resigning to my company effectively Feb. 06 2013,.. but my boss didn’t give me NOC or release., is their any possibilities that i have a ban? can i still work here in UAE?

    1. Yes you will have ban. You can only work in companies which are in free zone or obtain NOC from your existing company.

  1108. sir , I am working in a company in free zone rak.
    I have completed 4.5 years(1.5 year balance) in this company.
    i get a offer from a government company in Dubai .
    can i join a new company ? If I will pass my resignation, will there be any chances of ban?my present company will not give any support.please give me a reply

  1109. sir , I am working in a company in free zone rak.I have completed 4.5 years(1.5 year balance) in this company.i get a offer from a government company in Dubai .can i join a new company ? If I will pass my resignation, will there be any chances of ban? my present company will not give any support.please give me a reply

    1. Hi Mr. Deepak,
      Good Day!

      Im working now in my company for 9 months here in Dubai,suddenly their some problem since our company is taking over of one of the partner.We can no longer get our air-ticket and they force us to sign again a company contract, I have 1 offer in Sharjah Freezone, Will i have ban? how can i lift my ban? can you give me any idea what should i do.

      Hoping for your consideration.

  1110. Hi Mr. Deepak, I would like to ask your good self regarding my concern, I was hired last Jan. 6, 2013 and my visa was already stamped as well. further to this, my contract is UNLIMITED, but unfortunately Im not happy with my new environment and I managed to found a better salary offer from another company. my question is that, is there any 6 months company or labor ban if just incase I will grab the opportunity ?

    Or if just in case i want to lift that ban just to join other company is it possible to pay the MOL. and how much is the cost for that?

    I hope you could at least give me an idea on these.

    thank you so much

    God bless

  1111. Hi Mr. Deepak, I would like to ask your good self regarding my concern, I was hired last Jan. 6, 2013 and my visa was already stamped as well. further to this, my contract is UNLIMITED, but unfortunately Im not happy with my new environment and I managed to found a better salary offer from another company. my question is, is there any 6 months company or labor ban for me if I will grab the opportunity ?

    Or if just in case i want to lift that ban just to join other company is it possible to pay the MOL. and how much is the cost for that?

    I hope you could at least give me an idea on these.

    thank you so much

    God bless

    1. There is no such rule to pay MOL and avoid ban.
      You will have automatically 6 months ban if you cancel the visa before the expiry.
      If you have attested degree plus 12k salary you can avoid ban.
      For more information pls call MOL.

  1112. Dear Deepak i want to know if a person join a new company and now his working under 3 months provisional period, or if any company offer him a job then he can join new job or not.
    salary is AED 3500 /month in present company .

  1113. I HAVE A PROFESSIONAL DEGREE (ACCA) QUALIFIED. WILL I BE BANNED IF LEFT MY JOB BEFOR THE EXPIRY OF CONTRRACT PERIOD…

  1114. I previously work in a coffee shop for 8months and didn’t finished my contract because I got dismiss after that I tried to search for a new job and find anew one but suddenly I was inform by the employer that they cannot hire me because I have a labor ban is there any other way I can take out the ban because I am only offered 3500aed

  1115. Sir my boss cancelled me after 5 months of 2 years unlimited contract. I know automatically I have labour ban. Sir is it possible to work in a Free zone Company despite my 6 months ban?

  1116. Good day, hi sir, I’m working in this company in exactly one year now and my contract will be for two years. I have a good oppurtunity offered by another company and is offering me 12k+ salary. If I will pass my resignation, will there be any chances of ban? I am working in oil and gas industry as a piping engineer.

  1117. Hi sir, tiz is rehman i am in a company from 6 months but now i want to change my job my current salary is 4750 and i am joining in a new company with salary of 5000 will i get any ban. Because tiz is second time iam changing already 6 months before i got a ban for living my first job and now i am in to second job but now i am jumping into third job with salary of 5k so just want to will i get ban or not. Because all my friends says rules hav changed from 2013 so please give me the correct information.

  1118. hi this is masoma. i have joined this company may 2010, and wanna to leave. because i have better opportunity.
    my contract is for 3 years and its unlimited. will it be any ban? even i have completed 2 years as per new rules.

    my labor card expiry is may 2013.

  1119. hi this is masoma. i have joined this company may 2010, and wanna to leave. because i have better opportunity.
    my contract is for 3 years and its unlimited. will it be any ban? even i have completed 2 years as per new rules.

    my labor card expiry is may 2013.

  1120. i will finish my 2 years in my company in january 18.My labour card expiry date is january 18 2013. i have unlimited contract. i told my company that i will not continue in the company after january 18 2013, so they told me that they will cancel my visa on january 20, 2013. will i still get a ban?

  1121. Hi,

    If we renew the Limited contract 2nd time after 3 years completion is there any ban if i cancel the 2nd contract … My contract type is Limited contract. your reply values

  1122. hi sir iam ajay i have been working in current company since june 7 2012 so i finished 30 months i gave my resignation bcz i got new job in other company my visa is 3 years visa ,so still there is 6 months left .in my visa cancellation they gave 6 months band .my question is why they put 6 months band even i finished 30 months in same company and how can i remove ban ? bcz i got good opportunity .could you please tell me the solution on this i very great full to you if u can
    thank you.

    1. You cannot avoid ban….to avoid ban you should have completed your contract period.One more possibility to avoid ban is you should have 12k salary plus masters degree.

    2. You cannot avoid ban….to avoid ban you should have completed your contract period.One more possibility to avoid ban is you should have 12k salary plus masters degree

  1123. how to avoid ban with current employer my visa is valid for 17 months more. i am not happy with my current employer and i am getting new job

  1124. Hi Mr. Deepak,
    Currently I’ve been working for more than 16 months in my present company. I want to find a new job with better salary compensation than my current company.
    My current employer is ready to provide NOC for me, is the 6 month ban still applicable for me if I quit my job now and transfer to another company .I’m a graduate.
    Is the NOC from the current employer enough to show to the Ministry of Labour that they have no problem in transferring the sponsorship of the employee to avoid the ban?
    Kindly advice Sir.
    Appreciate your reply to this matter. Thanks!

  1125. i am working in al ain b4 2 months i joined my new job so i want to change my job to sharjah so can i change my job with out 6 months ban?

      1. Dear Deepak Sir,

        I am new in UAE and just completed 4 months with my employer and signed 2 years unlimited contract. But now the situation in this company is really not satisfied to me so that I am trying to get new offer from sharjha saif zone based company. Please advise will be there ban for me if get offer from Saif zone company??

        1. Yes you can join any company in free zone.There is no ban if you get employed in free zone.

  1126. I already signed the contract and done on my medical but Before that , I imformed by employers that I wnna quit coz the job that im looking for is tottlay different in what they have. during my second day I told them that i wanna quit since that time I didnt sign the contract yet. But they threaten me that they will send me back home to the philippines or either they tell the labour to give a 6 months ban or make it worst to make it a year or lifetime. I am very new here in dubai. I came here last nov.2 2012. and its becoz I m new here, I m realy afraid to send bACK HOME. coz I have dreams to have to good life soon after working abroad. My question is can I still find onother employer. I have my highschool diploma?

  1127. I already signed the contract and done on my medical but Before that , I imformed by employers that I wnna quit coz the job that im looking for is tottlay different in what they have. during my second day I told them that i wanna quit since that time I didnt sign the contract yet. But they threaten me that they will send me back home to the philippines or either they tell the labour to give a 6 months ban or make it worst to make it a year or lifetime. I am very new here in dubai. I came here last nov.2 2012. and its becoz I m new here, I m realy afraid to send bACK HOME. coz I have dreams to have to good life soon after working abroad.

  1128. Hi Mr. Deepak,
    I am working in a company from 21 months and now i want to change my company for good salary .I have diploma but not attested ,so i will get ban?or there is any way to remove it?

  1129. DEAR MR. DEEPAK

    IM ONLY 9 MONTHS ON MY PREVIOUS JOB, i HAVE A SALARY OF 3000 AED, AND NOW I FOUND A NEW JOB THAT OFFERS ME 4.500 AED, MY PREVIOUS JOB WILL GIVE ME NOC (NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE) I HAVE A DIPLOMA WITH RED RIBBON AS WELL.. PLEASE TELL ME WHAT TO DO,

    1. I think you will have a ban because you are not completing your contract period

  1130. Hi Mr. Deepak,

    Currently I’ve been working for more than 9 months in my present company. I want to find a new job with better salary compensation than my current company.

    If my current employer now can provide NOC for me, is the 6 month ban still applicable for me if I quit my job now and transfer to another company that can give me higher salary?

    Is the NOC from the current employer enough to show to the Ministry of Labour that they have no problem in transferring the sponsorship of the employee (for me example) to avoid the ban?

    Kindly advice Sir.

    Appreciate your reply to this matter. Thanks!

  1131. I have completed 6 months in current company. can i apply in freezone companies.

  1132. Dear I have 2 years contract. But i want to change job after 10 months period..I have an Engineer degree with an attested . If new job offer may have salary of 5000, can i avoid 6 months ban?????

    Thanks,

  1133. Hi Deepak,

    I am on my husbands visa. I hold masters degree. my joining date was 25th nov 2012, worked for a week and due to health problems left job. My labour card is been issued. Will I have a ban?? How can lift the ban? Please help

    1. There is a new rule but i am not sure whether is implemented in pvt sector. Even though if you are on husband sponsorship and the labout card has been issued you still have a ban. but better to check in immigration

  1134. i had joined in new company from sep15.my salry is 13000 and MBA holder.6 months is my probation period.if i change my job,will there be any ban?if so how can i lift it?If my current employer will give NOC then also ban is there?plz advise

    1. Dear Deepak,

      I am working in a school for past 3 years under school visa,but recently I got a job offer from another school which has a good pay and a better working environment, But my current employer is refusing to accept my resignation and has clearly told they will not allow me to leave. What should I do??

  1135. hi Deepak,

    I am a nurse. I have a labour ban of one year for breaking my 3 year contract (i finished 2 years and 6 months) as a messenger in a clinic. Now, i found a new employer offering me 7000dhs, and giving me a NURSE title in the visa. My visa is ready according to the recruitment agency, and they now asked me when to travel to UAE. My worries is that, how can my visa ready if I have one year ban (it’s my 5th month after cancellation) from the labour? Do you think I will have problem if they start to process my work permit and find out in the labour that I have 1 year ban?

    Please I badly need your help.. Thanks and God Bless!

    1. could be…better you ask with your new employer PRO to check in immigration if you have labour ban or not.

  1136. hello deepak.
    i am shoukkath now my work as sales executive. i got a job other co. as a accountant post. can i join this post. i have degree and sponcer NOC. Pls give me rael information.

  1137. Six month ban

    I work as a Assistant engineer in Dubai. I have completed 3 months in service. I am planning to change my job. I received a better job offer from a other Company in Dubai.
    In my internal contract, my designation is Assistant Engineer, my
    conract an unlimited contract. I have not completed two years in
    service.in persent company i have 10000 Dhs per month

    the new company offer me more than 11000,the basic will be 3000.My qulification is Deploma in Mechanical engineering.

    Will a six-month labour ban be enforced even if the new job ? Is there any way lift the ban
    a way to lift the ban

    Waiting for your replay,

    Best Regards,

    Rajkumar

    1. To avoid ban you should have master’s degree plus 12k salary. In your case i would suggest you to check with your PRO or immigration about this.

  1138. Hi Deepak,
    this is vinoth, i am in unlimited 2 year contract, my company was terminated my service at the end of the probation period. and they gave me 30 days time to find a another job. so, the visa cancellation is in hold. and now i got a job, ( its not a free zone). and my doubt are : now i am having a degree with uae attested. not master degree, bacholar degree (B.B.A) please advoice me that, what is the salary limit to avoid the labour ban.

    one guy said, master degree : 12,000 aed salary and bacholar degreee 7,000 aed salary.

    is it true. i am in confusion, please help me, how can i avoid the ban and to continue my work here.

  1139. I have been working in real estate on commission only for 8 months, i have been offer a job still in real estate for Dhs5000 basic plus commission. I have high school certificate, will i get a ban?

  1140. HEllo
    I have holding labour visa and find new work in uae in different states and he give me other visa, my problem not finish my contract 2 years im still 1 year… if applicable to avoid the ban?

  1141. I have holding labour visa and find new work in uae in different states and he give me other visa, my problem not finish my contract 2 years im still 1 year… if applicable to avoid the ban?

      1. plz sir tell me how i lift six mounth bnd on me before 2 days expiry my work contract my sponer cancell my contract i alway slary complain in minstery of labour i have no HS dimploma.My company also close becouse two no linces renew plz sir tell me

        1. Muhammad,
          There is nothing called lifting a ban.
          Read: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

  1142. Dear I have 2 years contract. But i want to change job after 7 months period..I am an MBA with an attested degree . If new job offer may have salary of 6000, can i avoid 6 months ban?????

    1. NO. Your new salary should be more than 12 k then only you can avoid ban. Check with your new employer.

  1143. Hi,

    I have BBA (4years) Hons degree and i got new job with salary of 12,000 ,I just want to know if the ban can be avoidable in this case as i am leaving my company after 19months of service?
    pls advise.

  1144. DEAR DEEPAK,

    MY WIFE WAS WORKING AS A PHARMACIST SALARY WAS DHS.5500/- AND AFTER COMPLETION OF ONE AND HALF YEAR SHE LEFT THE JOB AND THERE IS 6 MONTH BAN AND ONE WEEK BACK AND SHE GOT A BETTER JOB OF PHARMACIST SALARY OF DHS.8500/- . NOW CAN SHE LIFT THE 6 MONTH BAN.? KINDLY REPLY.OLD COMPANY IS READY TO GIVE NO OBJECTION LETTER ALSO.

  1145. hello
    i was employed for my company 25 december, 2011 on an unlimited contract. now i am planning to change my job. actually i have been applying for new jobs and planning to have a salary of 6000-7000 dhs. my question is that ban is applicapable for me if i find like this job? or is there any way to avoid from it or to lift the ban?
    thanks beforehand..

    1. If you have your master’s degree plus salary to be more than 10 to 12 k then only you can avoid ban

  1146. I’ working for my recent company for 14 months of 2 yrs contract. I got a new job offering me 5k plus which is about 3 times more than of my recent salary.
    Is certificate attestation must or we can lift the ban by paying fine also?? In need of guidance please.

    1. To avoid Ban you need to complete your contract period…If you are salary is more than 10 k and if you have Master’s degree then you might avoid ban. However this depends on DNRD or respective department authorities.

  1147. i am a registered pharmacist passed MOH and DOH and i have two years labour contract with salary of dhs. 6000/- and completed only one and i left the company and now i got a new job of pharmacist and new company offering me salary of dhs.8000/- . and old company giving me no objection certificate. i am a graduate ?
    how can i avoid 6 months ban.please reply

  1148. if i will show my diploma of associate engineering of 3 years how much salary offer latter i will have than i can avoid from 6 month ban?

  1149. can u plz guide me?
    I hold a bachelor degree, my joining date was 5 Dec, 2010 with 3 years visa. Now, i found a new job of 3.500 and i want to join this.
    how can i avoid 6 months ban?

  1150. In my Labor ID card the Two year finished at 22 October,But in my passport it will complete in 29 November would i know ban will come when i resign my Job at the end of October.

      1. hi deepak,

        my contract will get completed on 7th june. so i gave my letter stating that i am not interested in renewing my contract(on 6th may) ,but now my employer is telling that i not need to come from next week and he will cancel my visa very soon,
        in this case what i will do 😕 or whether i will get any BAN for my new job,? kindly advise meee…

        1. Dear Deepak,
          I am post graduate I am working as an accountant; I am getting 4,000/- Basic. Since I want change my job. I want to break contract, whether I have band? Please advise me how to avoid band?

          1. Aleem,
            Yes, you will have ban.
            How to avoid: http://emiratesdiary.com/uae-tips/types-bans-uae

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