Q: I am in my probation period. I want to resign from my current job. If I leave before a year then I will have to reimburse the training cost. There was not any specific training or course… A: As long as you signed the contract, it is valid unless you can prove that you were not given any training…

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Asking to pay for training costs upon resignation while there was not any training

Dear sir/madam,

I am in my probation period. It has been 4 months and I want to resign from my current job to go back to my country, but my contract states that if I leave before a year then I will have to reimburse the training cost which is 6000 AED; almost 4 times my total salary.

This job is affecting my mental health and I want to leave as soon as possible.

There was not any specific training or course that company offered to me.

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23 Nov 2022, 10:41

Dear questioner,

You are welcome!

Unfortunately, as long as you signed the contract, it is valid unless you can prove that you were not given any training then you can file a complaint.

23 Nov 2022, 10:49

As I am still on my probation and not a permanent employee, wouldn't that make a difference?

23 Nov 2022, 11:24

Unfortunately, it is not preferable for you to complete the probationary period first before resigning because this does not improve your legal status.

23 Nov 2022, 11:41

What will I do to be exempted from all these restraints and go back to my country?

What are my options?

23 Nov 2022, 11:50

If you are exposed to any harm from work, you can file a complaint, be free from paying the special amount and return to your country.

Because the law stipulates that the costs of visa and accommodation are on the company, companies circumvent the law and set the condition for training fees.

23 Nov 2022, 11:51

For more information, you can book a consultation and hold a meeting with a legal advisor specialized in labor issues.

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