Q: My uncle is in Ajman jail right now and he will be deported soon. My uncle submitted the passport of my brother to be his guarantor. How can we get his passport? A: If it was a criminal matter, your brother might request that his passport be returned now that your uncle has served his sentence…

Dear questioner, We need more information to provide you with an accurate answer. It is different if the passport was granted as your uncle's sponsor in both civil and criminal cases. If it was a criminal matter, your brother might request that his passport be returned now that your uncle has served his sentence. On the other hand, if it was supplied for the purpose of the civil lawsuit, he won't be allowed to collect his passport until he and your uncle have paid all of their debts to the claimer. If you need any further information or legal assistance, do not hesitate to contact us on our phone or by email. Regards,

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