I am working in a Sharjah-free zone and resigned two months ago. Can my company ask for visa fees?

The free zones have separate sets of rules and regulations in terms of employer-employee relationship.

If you want, you can resign from the job before the end of your employment contract. But you have to follow the termination clauses mentioned in your employment contract.

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Dear questioner,

Following the UAE Labor Law, If you have complied with the notice period of 30 days in the probation period, they cannot require you any expenses or fees.

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Dear Client,

Thanks for your question, I hope you are doing well. I will definitely assist you in this matter.

In the UAE's free zones, the handling of visa-related expenses upon resignation can vary based on your employment contract and free zone regulations.

Typically, initial visa processing fees are covered by the employer. However, some contracts may include clauses requiring employees to repay certain expenses if they resign within a specific period after visa issuance.

Review your contract and consider negotiation with your employer if needed.

For any further legal assistance, you can WhatsApp us. We have an extensive team of knowledgeable and experienced lawyers to provide the legal assistance you need.

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