Can I take annual leave if I was put on garden leave for investigation by my company?

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Yes, it is generally legal to proceed with your approved annual leave even if you are on garden leave, but confirm with your employer and review your employment contract for any specific conditions.

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You must seek approval prior to travel outside of UAE during your garden leave period.

If you are under garden leave then you can submit the request.

If your employer approves then there will not be any issue, if nothing contrary to this has been mentioned in your employment contract.