Deduction of visa expenses from the dues of an employee

Dear Questioner,

Pursuant to your queries, this is not correct.

The employer shall not be legally entitled to receive from the employee, any amount of money against the cost of visa incurred by the employer.

It may also be noted that there are no laws which prescribe that an employee should reimburse the employer towards the visa expenses.

There is no corresponding provision under the UAE Labour Law which obliges the employee to pay such fees. I believe you should raise a complaint with the Labour Department.

I trust you will find this helpful. For further assistance and clarification please feel free to contact me over email.

Regards.