Is it legal to have a "Passport Handover Agreement"?

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Q: I have signed an employment contract and it includes a "Passport Handover Agreement". Is this policy even legal in Dubai? A: Such agreement which was conducted between you and the employer is contrary to the regulations in the UAE. You should raise a police report against the employer…

Ahmed Gabr · Accepted Answer

Dear questioner,

Kindly note that such agreement which was conducted between you and the employer is contrary to the regulations in the UAE, and shall be null and void before the court.

You should raise a police report against the employer and if the matter is escalated to the court, such agreement will be void by the judge.

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