Q: I want to check if I'm blacklisted in Dubai. I have been there from 2006 to 2010.

Q: Hi, I was employed in Abu Dhabi from September 2003 to February 2004 by a well known marine consultancy. The contract I had was initially for 6 months and then I could return to the UK or remain in Abu Dhabi full time. I informed my line manager in December that I would be leaving in three months, and that was my notice period. As far as I was aware, I did everything properly and left mid-February. I requested that any mail or bills be forwarded to me in the UK, this never happened. I left money in the bank (HSBC) to cover credit cards (two), only small amount of debt AED 1500. However, I expected my employer to forward all mail. I received a demand for money from an agent of HSBC which was duly paid. I since emailed the bank to ensure that I never owed anything. I believe that two former associates of the company deliberately opened and kept my mail. My question is how can I find out if there is a police case against me, please? Best regards, HM

Q: I had a job in Dubai, but four months ago I left for Pakistan due to an urgent matter. Now, I want to come back to Dubai but I had some unsettled matters and I just want to confirm that there is no legal case or complaint registered against me. I just want to avoid any surprises on arrival to the UAE like being detained at the airport, and I want to be prepared.

With the introduction of the new procedures for obtaining a power of attorney (POA) remotely in the UAE, after it was mandatory to appear in person in front of the notary public as a global rule to ensure the identity and intention of the person requesting a POA, we put between your hands this brief guide for how you get it done.

The UAE travel ban may be imposed on a person on various grounds, for instance, as the result of criminal offences, unpaid loans, breach of immigration laws or family matters. Implications of such a ban can be financially severe and daunting for the affected person. This article aims to give readers a clear understanding of what is the UAE travel ban, what are the grounds and procedures for its imposition and removal, how to check if the person is banned from travelling and other related topics.