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Resignation during probation due to unprofessional employer
Hi there,
I am new in Dubai and recently got a job. I started last September 15, 2019.
The company itself is great but my immediate supervisor has been very difficult. He loves pointing mistakes, which he said so himself.
He would make you feel unworthy to the point of breaking your spirit. I think I'm going to cry again.
I want to leave but I am scared they will put a ban on my passport and make me pay penalties. My visa is in the process now. I completed my medical last September 6.
What should I do?
PLEASE HELP!
Dear Sir/ Madam,
Thank you for reaching out to me on this.
Considering you are on the probation period, if you resign from your job, there is a possibility you may get a labour ban of 6-12 months.
In the labour ban, you may not be able to work in the mainland but you can work in a free zone.
If you are holding a certain job position or educational certificate, then the labour ban does not apply to you. You should contact the Ministry of Labour to check if you fit within these criteria.
Assuming you are working in a free zone, then there is no concept of labour ban.
Further, the company may have a right to claim 45 days of basic salary from you, however, they need to prove the loss caused to them due to your resignation.
Considering you are being harassed by your boss, you may be able to escape the penalty as stated above.
However, I would urge that you contact the Ministry of Labour on 80060 to discuss this issue.
Since your visa is not stamped yet, you are in a better position to quit the company.
I trust you will find this helpful.
Regards,
Hari Wadhwana
