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I got a lifetime ban because I could not pay my employment expenses. How to remove the ban?
Hi
I was working in a taxi company. Unfortunately, I was not able to pay their expenses which they spent on my visa fee and license.
There was no other due payment on me, only the expenses that the company spent on the license and some other fees.
They were holding my passport and I needed to come back home urgently. I told them that I couldn't pay 9 thousand dirhams at once, so they put a lifetime ban on me.
Can this type of ban be removed or not?
If there is any chance to lift it, I will try and bear all the expenses.
Also, I want to know if this ban is for all the emirates or only for the emirate of Dubai.
Dear Questioner,
Thanks for your inquiry.
Regarding the above, we would like to inform you that according to UAE labor law, an employer is not allowed to hold an employee's passport.
This is considered a violation of the employee's rights and can result in penalties for the employer. Additionally, an employer cannot impose a lifetime ban on an employee without a valid reason.
If you were unable to pay the expenses for your visa and license, you should have discussed this with your employer and come to an agreement on how to handle the situation.
It is not legal for them to impose a lifetime ban on you without giving you a chance to pay the expenses or find a solution.
If you want to lift the ban, you can try negotiating with your employer and offering to pay the expenses in installments.
You can also seek legal advice from us and file a complaint with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE) if necessary.
The ban imposed on you is likely for the entire UAE, not just Dubai. However, you can check with MOHRE to confirm the details of your ban.
It is important to note that lifting the ban is not guaranteed and will depend on the specific circumstances of your case. It is always best to seek legal advice and follow the proper procedures to resolve the issue.
Kindly feel free to contact us by phone or email.
Greetings,
Dear questioner
If you took an out pass, then the only possible way to remove the permanent ban is through getting approval in a mercy request for the same.
It is up to the discretion of the authority to accept the mercy request or not.
If you need further clarification, please share your Whatsapp number.
Dear Questioner,
We can assist you in getting your passport back. However, if you're unsure whether there's a travel ban on you or not, we can help you check and also assist in removing any such ban.
You can contact us through WhatsApp for further assistance.
