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7 available 7 • View allHow can I inspect about a cheque bounce case filed by the bank against me?
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Q: I am a Dubai resident and I have a cheque bounce case registered against me in Abu Dhabi by a Dubai based bank.
I am struggling to find any information about the case. AD doesn’t seem to have a financial crime status check as Dubai does.
Is there a lawyer who can advise?

Mar 30, 2021
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Checking the criminal system before traveling abroad

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Q: I have a question.
A company had put a case against my company because there was a disagreement between both of us and we went through the whole procedure of court dates and the judge pronounced his verdict.
Now, I want to travel for a business visit to a factory based in China to get products to supply in Dubai, I would like to know if there will be a travel ban or I will be arrested at the airport during immigration.


Mar 8, 2021
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How to know whether you have a criminal or civil case and how to clear them


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Q: I left the country last year and I have an unpaid personal loan with a bank and credit card bill in another (all together AED 75000).
The bank has filed a case against me already (as per their email).
Now I need to know whether the bank has filed a civil case or criminal case since the amount is less than AED 200000.
Also, I need to know whether is it possible to get a criminal record check or police clearance without paying my debt.



Apr 18, 2021
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Checking the pending cases to issue a police clearance certificate


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Q: Hi,
I currently live in Canada and would like to get a Police Clearance Certificate for immigration purposes (to apply for permanent residence). I tried online twice but I have failed.
I worked in the UAE (Abu Dhabi & Ajman) from 2013 to 2016. Unfortunately, I had to leave the UAE without informing my employer, bank, tenant, etc. due to my wife's emergency medical situation.
I never returned back to the UAE. Later, I got to know that my employer has put me abscond. I would like to get assistance with checking for court cases filed against me.
Thank You!



Sep 5, 2021
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Will an absconding claim appear in the police clearance certificate?
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Q: Hi,
If I have absconded from the UAE and moved to another country and I will need a police clearance, will it show up in my police record if I will obtain it from the UAE?
Thank you!

Oct 14, 2019
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How to confirm that there are no cases against someone in all emirates?


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Q: Dear sir/madam,
I got a police clearance certificate from MOI in Dubai.
Is there any possibility I have any case in another emirate like Sharjah?
Is there any other way to check if I have any cases?



Dec 7, 2022
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Is a police clearance certificate issued from Dubai effective in the whole UAE?
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Q: Dear sir/madam,
I have received a police clearance certificate from Dubai police.
Does it mean that I have no court circulars, reports, anything criminal, any legal issue, or any immigration ban in UAE?

Feb 7, 2023
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2 available 2 • View allUAE Travel Ban: What You Need to Know 164
The UAE travel ban may be imposed on a person on various grounds, for instance, as the result of criminal offences, unpaid loans, breach of immigration laws or family matters. Implications of such a ban can be financially severe and daunting for the affected person. This article aims to give readers a clear understanding of what is the UAE travel ban, what are the grounds and procedures for its imposition and removal, how to check if the person is banned from travelling and other related topics.
May 6, 2024
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Online POA and Other Notary Public Services in the UAE 28
With the introduction of the new procedures for obtaining a power of attorney (POA) remotely in the UAE, after it was mandatory to appear in person in front of the notary public as a global rule to ensure the identity and intention of the person requesting a POA, we put between your hands this brief guide for how you get it done.
Jun 8, 2021
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Laws & Regulations
2 available 2 • View allFederal Law No. (3) of 1987 Promulgating the Penal Code 29
This Law promulgates the Federal Penal Code (Criminal Law) of the United Arab Emirates. Crimes and chastisement punishments shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of this Law and other penal codes.
Dec 8, 1987
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Federal Law No. (5) of 1985 On the Civil Transactions Law of the United Arab Emirates 96
The provisions of this law, promulgating UAE Civil Code, govern the civil transactions in the United Arab Emirates. The commercial transactions remain subject to the laws and regulations applicable in their regard.
Dec 15, 1985
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السلام عليكم،
أود الاستفسار بشأن قضية إبعاد زوج خالتي من دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة. زوج خالتي كان مقيماً في الإمارات وكان قد وُلد وترعرع هناك.
في عام 2013 تم إبعاده من الإمارات، وكان ذلك نتيجة لسياسات حكومية كانت تستهدف مجموعة من المقيمين في تلك الفترة، وهو لم يكن قد ارتكب أي مخالفة في ذلك الوقت وكان يُعتبر ضحية للسياسات المتبعة.
أرغب في معرفة الإجراءات التي يجب أن أتبعها حالياً من أجل رفع هذا الإبعاد وتمكينه من العودة إلى الإمارات.
أرجو أن توضح لي كيف يمكنني مساعدته في هذا الموضوع.
شكراً جزيلاً.
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My previous organization has not yet released EOSB because I contacted a client. Is this legal? 0
I recently joined a new organization in the Hamriyah Free Zone, and my previous organization has not released my end-of-service benefits.
The HR has instructed the finance team not to do so because I had contacted one of their clients.
In my DMCC contract, there is no Non-Compete clause, but the offer letter has one, and now they are not releasing the end-of-service.
Is this legal? What are my rights?
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Can I renew my trade license and visa if I have multiple cheque execution cases filed against me? 0
Hello,
I have multiple cheque execution cases filed against me due to financial strains last year.
My trade license and visa will expire next month, along with my Emirates ID.
Is it possible for me to renew my license and visa along with EID prior to settling the execution cases?
The trade license and visa were issued by the free zone authority.
I look forward to your response.
Thanks.
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How to file a case against my former company for unpaid salary I was not on their visa? 0
Dear Legal Advice Middle East,
I hope you are well.
I am seeking legal advice regarding an unpaid salary issue with my former employer, [-----]2 LLC. I was employed with them from December 4, 2024, to January 7, 2025, on a monthly salary of 5,000 AED.
However, I only received a partial payment of 2,473 AED on February 24, 2025. The remaining 2,527 AED is still unpaid.
I submitted a complaint to MOHRE on March 2, 2025, but I am unable to proceed further through their official channels.
This is because I was working under the visa of my previous employer, [---] LLC, and not under [----]’s sponsorship.
As a result, I do not meet the criteria to file a labor complaint via the MOHRE app or hotline.
Given this situation, I would appreciate your guidance on how I can legally pursue the recovery of my remaining salary, considering the complications related to my visa status during the employment.
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Does filing an online rental dispute by a landlord lead to a travel ban on the tenant? 0
Hello,
Does the initiation of an online rental dispute case by a landlord in Dubai automatically lead to the imposition of a travel ban on the tenant?
This is not related to bounced cheques; the dispute concerns wear and tear versus damage claims by the landlord.
Apr 28, 2025
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