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The legality of extending probation period beyond six months
Hello.
I was working under DMCA free zone listed company for 8 months. I recently received a termination letter from my company.
The end of service settlement provided by the HR director is showing only compensation for my vacations and saying my probation is extended after the 6th month for another 6 months, of course without my knowledge.
My contract is limited and there is no clause in the contract about an extension option available. Is that legal? What am I entitled for as per the UAE laws?
Hi,
In order to assist you on the next steps, we will need to review your employment contract and all relevant documents.
Extension of an employee's probation is allowed, but the extension is subject to certain rules and requirements which your employer has breached.
We are happy to draft a legal notice for you and instate your rights as per the UAE laws.
Through the legal notice, we will make a formal demand for your owed amounts.
For further information, please contact us at our email.
