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Asking a potential employee for a security deposit. Is it legal?

Dear Sir/Madam,

I got a job as an HVAC technician, and they are asking for a security deposit. Is this true or fake?

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KHE Legal Consultancy
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28 Nov 2023, 13:20

Dear Questioner,

In the UAE, security deposits are typically only required from employees who are handling large sums of cash or who have access to sensitive company information.

HVAC technicians generally do not fall into this category.

28 Nov 2023, 13:21

If you feel unsecured, you can ask for a written explanation of why they are asking for a security deposit and what it will be used for.

28 Nov 2023, 13:24

Sir, can I share my offer letter and other PDFs which I got by email?

Can you help with that by checking whether they are original or not?

28 Nov 2023, 13:27

For a review of the documents and checking the authenticity, we do it for a charge.

Please provide your WhatsApp number for more details.

28 Nov 2023, 13:29

Here you are my number (.............).

28 Nov 2023, 13:32

Our team will contact you shortly.

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Dar Al Haqooq Legal Consultancy
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28 Nov 2023, 13:32

Dear Client,

Thanks for your question! I hope you are doing well. I will definitely assist you in this matter.

Be cautious if an employer requests a security deposit for a job in Dubai, and research the company's legitimacy.

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.

We will definitely be happy to help you.

Thanks & Regards,

ABDUL WAHIED

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28 Nov 2023, 15:16

Contact the parent company and confirm whether this is fake or real.

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Amiri Advocates & Legal Consultants
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28 Nov 2023, 16:03

Dear Questioner,

No one will know if it is true or fake, as you are the one who dealt with them and not others, and what is true is that the law prohibits the employer from charging any amount from the employee.

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29 Nov 2023, 08:34

Dear questioner,

Thank you for your query.

Please be informed that legitimate job offers would not require your payment for any services, such as a security deposit.

Please feel free to reach out by email for any assistance you may need relating to legal affairs.

Thank you!

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