Q: I have a rental case filed by my landlord and the hearing is in October 2021. Can I renew my visa? A: you can renew your visa since the case is currently ongoing and there are no judgment nor execution procedures yet. So renewing a visa is possible, unless other issues are stopping you…

Dear Sir/Madam, Concerning your query, please be informed that you can renew your visa since the case is currently ongoing and there are no judgment nor execution procedures yet. So renewing a visa is possible, unless other issues are stopping you from renewing the visa we are not aware of.

Can I renew my visa if I have an ongoing rental case?

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Changing the punishment of a cheque case to fine in Ajman

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Tenant's residency visa renewal while the landlord filed a case against him/her

Q: Good day! My landlord is filing a case against me today. I have my visa renewal this month. Can this case affect my visa renewal process? I applied for a police clearance letter a few days ago, it was approved and I have it. I hope this case won't affect my visa renewal. Please, I need some advice!

Jan 23, 2023

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Would there be any issues due to a rental dispute case when applying for a visa change?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, We have a rental dispute case. We have paid part of the amount with part pending, totaling 55k. We received a message that the case is closed with a verdict. My wife has received a job offer in Abu Dhabi, and we live in Dubai. Would there be any issues due to this when her new employer applies for her visa change? If yes, how can we work around it so her visa is not affected? Thank you so much!

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Can I renew my family visa if I have a RERA case in execution and a travel ban?

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Can I renew my visa with a rental case and an arrest order?

Q: Dear all, I have a rental case and an arrest order as well. I requested to stay the arrest order, but the application was rejected with remarks to pay the amount. Now, I want to renew my visa. Can it be done with an arrest order in place or not? What is the remedy for this? Regards,

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What Happens If I Overstay My Tourist or Resident Visa in the UAE?

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Procedures of the Rental Dispute Settlement Center in Dubai

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Federal Law No. (3) of 1987 Promulgating the Penal Code

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.

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