Q: I am holding a resident visa from Dubai mainland company. Is it possible for me to start working on one of the free zone companies, but still hold my current visa? A: Yes, of course, you can do that but you should get NOC letter from mainland company then you will be able to work freely…

Dear Questioner, Yes, of course, you can do that but you should get NOC letter from mainland company then you will be able to work freely. Thanks.

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Procedure to be followed while changing visa to another employer

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Resignation without notice for holding salaries and changing job

Q: Good afternoon. I am a specialist doctor working in private sector in Sharjah, UAE. My employer has not paid my salary for more than 6 months (It is much before the Corona outbreak). According to my contract, my notice period for resignation is 3 months. I have 2 questions: 1. Can I resign with immediate effect without surrendering my salary? Or in other words, is there any relief in notice period? 2. Can I work part-time in another facility without taking a NOC from my current employer? Thanks

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Is it legal to cooperate with salespersons sponsored by employers or spouses?

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New amendments to the UAE Labor Law

Q: Dear Madam, Would request you to share recent amendments/laws of the UAE Labor Law. Thank you. V.

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Is it legal to work part time with another job in the UAE?

Q: Hi, I am currently working with company A in Dubai. I wish to work as a freelancing commission agent with company B in Dubai at the same time. I would like to create an MOU between Company B and me. Is this legally possible?

Sep 12, 2021

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The provisions of this Law, known as "UAE Labour Law", govern the relationship between employers and employees and other labour matters in the United Arab Emirates. There are special labour related regulations applicable in some of the free zones in the UAE.

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Ministerial Decree No. (765) of 2015 On Rules and Conditions for the Termination of Employment Relations

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