Q: Can the employer file a case of absconding after visa cancellation?

Q: Dear sir/madam, I served my 2 months notice and resigned on the 12th of August as I was supposed to leave the country on the 14th of August during peak COVID time with my dependents. However, I had to ask for a 1-month extension which would be served with my annual leaves as during peak COVID times, the flights would get canceled without notice. My manager and the HR were kept in the loop and my HR sent me a work permit cancellation letter which I signed and submitted upon confirmation from my manager. Later when I enquired, my HR said that I am absconding and would receive my settlement after 6 months so I waited. Now after 6 months, on inquiry, HR calls my manager and asks him to inform me that I won't be paid anything as I am absconding. Now my question is when I have kept everyone in the loop, my manager, the HR with all the steps, how can I be declared absconding. I have all the emails and chats as proof and would like to know where do I stand legally?

Q: Good day, I have an issue regarding my visa. My contract with my previous job ended on July 12th of last year. They canceled my visa on July 18th, leaving me with one month remaining in the UAE. Unfortunately, I unintentionally lost my passport at that time and was unable to renew my visa before it expired. I was also processing my new passport, which is why I overstayed in the UAE. My previous company filed an absconding case against me and I now have fines to pay. I have all the necessary documents to prove that I did not have my passport at that time. I went to the AMER in an attempt to reduce my fines and I also have a new offer letter from a new company I applied to. When the AMER attempted to reduce my fines in their system, it showed that immigration blocked me. I need to go Al Awir Immigration. They said I need a letter from the new company to remove my absconding. Please tell me what should I do about this. Thanks!

Q: After cancellation of the visa, can the company have the right to file a case or engage you in anything after almost 8 months passed of cancellation? I need your kind advice

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