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Employer demands AED 5,000 training fee upon resignation - is it legal?
Dear Sir/Madam,
I work in the private sector with a fixed-term annual employment contract (internal and part-time contract).
I submitted my resignation one month before the end of the contract and mentioned in the resignation letter that I would pay the notice period allowance.
The employer told me that I had to pay an amount of AED 5,000 for the training cost, and I signed. I think this is in the contract, but in reality, I did not receive any training from a third party.
The previous person in my place only taught me the work. So, does the employer have the right to do that? If I do not pay the amount, what can the employer do?
Thank you!
Dear Client,
Thanks for your question!
I hope you are doing well. I will assist you in this matter.
If your contract specifies that you must reimburse the employer for training costs upon early resignation, discuss the situation with your employer.
If you genuinely didn't receive such training, contact the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE).
For any further legal assistance, you can WhatsApp us. We have an extensive team of knowledgeable and experienced lawyers to provide the legal assistance you need.
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