I am contacting you to verify whether my name appears on a travel ban list for the United Arab Emirates. To explain the situation: some time ago, I was in Dubai with my father and our family. Following a dispute regarding a vehicle bill — where the person involved acted, in our opinion, dishonestly and tried to charge us more than agreed — my father received a travel ban. I would like to know if, as a result of this matter, I might also be subject to a travel ban, even though I was not directly involved in the dispute. We do not wish to pursue legal action, as it would be too costly, but I would like to ensure that I can travel freely to Dubai. Could you please advise on the procedure or check my status? I can provide my full name, nationality, and passport number to facilitate the verification.

I have a travel ban for bank loan debt. Can I switch jobs from Dubai to Abu Dhabi if the travel ban exists?

Dear Sir, Warm greetings. In 2019, I obtained a loan of AED 260,000 from a bank and have since repaid approximately AED 96,000. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I lost my job and was unable to continue payments. The bank later bounced a security cheque for AED 260,000. I subsequently paid AED 10,000 as Qafala to the court. In 2022. A cheque execution case was filed against me by the bank through Abu Dhabi Public Prosecution, and a travel ban was imposed. I also filed an ASHKAL request in 2023, but have received no response from the court. Please note that the case is registered in Abu Dhabi. I kindly seek your guidance on the following: 1. Is it possible to close/remove or cancel the case on the basis that the cheque was a security cheque? 2. What is the process to request removal of the travel ban, as my job requires travel to other GCC countries?

I received a legal notice in November 2024. My renewal is due on Sep 1, 2025. At the moment, my rent is 36K. Market price is 42k - 52K. Meanwhile, the apartment is sold and the new owner, through the old agent, is asking us to leave or pay for the following 3 months a 54k pro rate (which would mean 54k/4). Shouldn't the increase be limited to what the RERA calculator is allowing, just 10%?

Dear Team, I have received a final judgment in my favor for 5 months' salary, and I’ve already initiated execution through Al Adheed Center. Now, my employer is requesting to settle the matter outside the court and promises to pay the full amount within 45 days. However, due to past false promises and non-payment, I am hesitant to trust him. Could you please advise: 1. Is it safer to continue with the execution process? 2. If I choose to accept the settlement, how can I legally document the payment schedule to ensure enforcement if he defaults? 3. Can this settlement agreement be filed or endorsed through Al Adheed or the court to keep legal pressure? Looking forward to your guidance.

I am contacting you to verify whether my name appears on a travel ban list for the United Arab Emirates. To explain the situation: some time ago, I was in Dubai with my father and our family. Following a dispute regarding a vehicle bill — where the person involved acted, in our opinion, dishonestly and tried to charge us more than agreed — my father received a travel ban. I would like to know if, as a result of this matter, I might also be subject to a travel ban, even though I was not directly involved in the dispute. We do not wish to pursue legal action, as it would be too costly, but I would like to ensure that I can travel freely to Dubai. Could you please advise on the procedure or check my status? I can provide my full name, nationality, and passport number to facilitate the verification.

Dear Respected Lawyers, I need advice. I have worked in a company for 6 years. After 4 years of leaving that company, I need a detailed experience letter mentioning my position at that time, with duties. As per the labor law, can I get it or not, or how? I have to submit this letter to the Ministry of Labor in the UAE to prove that my duties are matching with my visa. The employers are not responding to my emails or even calls; they are purposefully delaying it so that I cannot get my new job.

Hello, I want to know if my employer has the right to send me back to my home country since they hired me directly from there, if I resign after one year with them.

Salaam Alekum We had a client from the US who had an agreement with us for 19-20 big buses for 20 days of transport service in KSA. They cancelled 12 buses and then the entire order 2-3 days before the event. They paid around 25% of the total cost initially agreed on 50% before the event. We have been keeping those buses on hold for more than 1 month, not taking other bookings, and facing losses. My company is charging them 50% cancellation fees because of last-minute cancellation, but now the client is threatening us to take legal action and doing PR advisement by asking for the deposit they paid. Our policy is refund will be issued within 45 days after internal investigation, but the client is threatening us again. We don't give a refund if the cancellation is done by the client and mentioned on the invoice as well. In this case, we are considering a solution which takes time. What can we do in this situation, as we have already faced lots of loss?

Hello, I am seeking your legal advice regarding a matter involving a former colleague who borrowed money from me for personal reasons. Despite multiple follow-ups, he has now blocked all communication and is refusing to repay the amount. I have clear proof of the transaction through bank transfer records, WhatsApp conversations, and a copy of his Emirates ID. This individual has a history of borrowing money from others and not repaying, and even told me to "go to the police," showing no intention of resolving the issue. Please advise on the best legal course of action to recover the amount and proceed with a formal complaint if necessary. Looking forward to your guidance!

I am contacting you to verify whether my name appears on a travel ban list for the United Arab Emirates. To explain the situation: some time ago, I was in Dubai with my father and our family. Following a dispute regarding a vehicle bill — where the person involved acted, in our opinion, dishonestly and tried to charge us more than agreed — my father received a travel ban. I would like to know if, as a result of this matter, I might also be subject to a travel ban, even though I was not directly involved in the dispute. We do not wish to pursue legal action, as it would be too costly, but I would like to ensure that I can travel freely to Dubai. Could you please advise on the procedure or check my status? I can provide my full name, nationality, and passport number to facilitate the verification.

I have a travel ban for bank loan debt. Can I switch jobs from Dubai to Abu Dhabi if the travel ban exists?

Dear Sir, Warm greetings. In 2019, I obtained a loan of AED 260,000 from a bank and have since repaid approximately AED 96,000. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I lost my job and was unable to continue payments. The bank later bounced a security cheque for AED 260,000. I subsequently paid AED 10,000 as Qafala to the court. In 2022. A cheque execution case was filed against me by the bank through Abu Dhabi Public Prosecution, and a travel ban was imposed. I also filed an ASHKAL request in 2023, but have received no response from the court. Please note that the case is registered in Abu Dhabi. I kindly seek your guidance on the following: 1. Is it possible to close/remove or cancel the case on the basis that the cheque was a security cheque? 2. What is the process to request removal of the travel ban, as my job requires travel to other GCC countries?

I sold my vehicle to a known Buy and Sell agency in Abu Dhabi last 25 July 2025. They inspected the vehicle meticulously and quoted AED 12,000 Net. A vehicle sale-purchase agreement was presented, revealing that they will cut AED 600 for a convenience fee. So my Net pay will be 11,400. I agreed and signed all in good faith. I was instructed to wait until their PRO call and do the transfer of title at the vehicle registry. Since it was Friday, the transfer was not completed, and I have to wait till Monday. The next day, Saturday (17:30-18:00), they sent a message that the car is dead, sent it via recovery to Dubai for another inspection. They told me that the price needs to be renegotiated; they gave me a figure of AED 9000. They sent me a new agreement with the figure of 9000, but I did not sign it and just ignored it. Transfer finished, then they sent 11,400 to my account. Now they want the alleged excess back. Legally, do I owe them? Or I am being harassed as phone calls and emails are non-stop.

Hello, I want to know if my employer has the right to send me back to my home country since they hired me directly from there, if I resign after one year with them.

Dear Respected Lawyers, I need advice. I have worked in a company for 6 years. After 4 years of leaving that company, I need a detailed experience letter mentioning my position at that time, with duties. As per the labor law, can I get it or not, or how? I have to submit this letter to the Ministry of Labor in the UAE to prove that my duties are matching with my visa. The employers are not responding to my emails or even calls; they are purposefully delaying it so that I cannot get my new job.

Dear Sir, Warm greetings. In 2019, I obtained a loan of AED 260,000 from a bank and have since repaid approximately AED 96,000. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I lost my job and was unable to continue payments. The bank later bounced a security cheque for AED 260,000. I subsequently paid AED 10,000 as Qafala to the court. In 2022. A cheque execution case was filed against me by the bank through Abu Dhabi Public Prosecution, and a travel ban was imposed. I also filed an ASHKAL request in 2023, but have received no response from the court. Please note that the case is registered in Abu Dhabi. I kindly seek your guidance on the following: 1. Is it possible to close/remove or cancel the case on the basis that the cheque was a security cheque? 2. What is the process to request removal of the travel ban, as my job requires travel to other GCC countries?

I received a legal notice in November 2024. My renewal is due on Sep 1, 2025. At the moment, my rent is 36K. Market price is 42k - 52K. Meanwhile, the apartment is sold and the new owner, through the old agent, is asking us to leave or pay for the following 3 months a 54k pro rate (which would mean 54k/4). Shouldn't the increase be limited to what the RERA calculator is allowing, just 10%?

Dear Team, I have received a final judgment in my favor for 5 months' salary, and I’ve already initiated execution through Al Adheed Center. Now, my employer is requesting to settle the matter outside the court and promises to pay the full amount within 45 days. However, due to past false promises and non-payment, I am hesitant to trust him. Could you please advise: 1. Is it safer to continue with the execution process? 2. If I choose to accept the settlement, how can I legally document the payment schedule to ensure enforcement if he defaults? 3. Can this settlement agreement be filed or endorsed through Al Adheed or the court to keep legal pressure? Looking forward to your guidance.

Hello, I want to know if my employer has the right to send me back to my home country since they hired me directly from there, if I resign after one year with them.