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Can I join another company during my probation period?
Can I join another company during my probation period?
And what difficulties will I face during that transfer process?
Under UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021), an employee can resign during the probation period to join another company, but must give at least 30 days’ written notice.
The new employer may be legally required to compensate the current employer for recruitment and hiring expenses.
Failure to follow proper procedures can result in a labour ban of up to one year.
Visa cancellation and reissuance are also required, and skilled workers (Levels 1 and 2) are generally exempt from bans if procedures are followed correctly.
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Dear questioner
You need to serve a thirty-day notice period, and regarding the cost of the visa taken by the current employer, it shall be covered either by the new employer or you may need to compensate for it.
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Yes, according to the UAE Labour Law, you can join another company during your probation period.
You are legally obligated to provide your current employer with a written notice of at least one month before terminating your contract to join another company within the UAE.
Your new employer is legally required to compensate your previous employer for the recruitment or contracting costs they incurred to hire you, unless there is an agreement otherwise between you, your old employer, and your new employer.
This typically includes expenses related to your visa processing.
If you need further clarification, you may ask.
According to UAE labor law, an employee cannot transfer to another company during the probation period unless an agreement is made with the current employer to terminate the contract.
There must be mutual consent between both parties regarding the termination of the employment relationship. If there is a breach of contract terms, you may face difficulties in obtaining approval from your current employer.
Our center specializes in such cases, and you can contact us via WhatsApp for further legal support.
