Employer cancelled my job after signing offer letter and contract. What are my rights?

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out!

Based on UAE Labour Law, once a job offer and employment contract are signed and submitted to MOHRE, they become legally binding.

If your employer cancels your work permit and withdraws the offer without a valid legal justification (such as visa rejection or security clearance), this could be considered a breach of contract, and you may be entitled to compensation.

I recommend filing a complaint with MOHRE to protect your rights and ensure no employment ban is imposed. Please let me know if you'd like to schedule a detailed consultation to assess your case and prepare any necessary documentation.

Best regards,

Hello,

Once you sign an offer letter and a labour contract, and your work permit (labour approval) is issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), then you are legally considered an employee, even before starting work.

If the employer decides to cancel the work permit after signing and approval, it's considered unilateral termination. Under the law, this can be treated as arbitrary dismissal unless there is a valid legal justification (Article 47).

Dear Client,

If your employer has terminated your employment after you signed the offer letter and labor contract, and before you started work or shortly after, you still have certain rights under UAE labor law:

- Once a labor contract is signed and your work permit is processed, your employment relationship is official, and both parties are generally bound by the terms.

- If the employer cancels your job and work permit due to internal policy, they are normally required to follow proper termination procedures. This may include notice periods or payout in lieu of, depending on whether the termination happens before or after you started working.

- You may be eligible for compensation for any financial losses resulting from the sudden cancellation, such as costs incurred for visa processing or travel.

- You can file a complaint with MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation) if you believe the termination was unfair or if you have suffered losses.

I recommend saving all email communication and signed documents as evidence. If you wish to challenge this decision or claim any dues, I can assist you with filing a complaint or communicating with the employer.

Let me know how you wish to proceed or if you need further guidance.

Best regards,

This is a difficult and unexpected situation. You have the right to ask your employer about the reasons behind this decision, especially after signing the contract.

You can request a written explanation of the reasons behind the cancellation and demand that they abide by the contract or compensate you for the damages incurred as a result of the cancellation.

Contact us. We specialize in UAE labor law.

You have the right to request a written explanation of the cancellation.

You can refuse cancellation without proper notice or compensation.

Thank you for sharing your situation!

When an employer in the UAE signs an offer letter and labor contract with you but then suddenly decides to terminate your employment and cancel your work permit without proper cause, this raises important legal concerns.

Under UAE Labor Law, once the employment contract is signed and a work permit is issued, the employer cannot simply cancel the contract and work permit unilaterally without following due legal procedures.

There are protections in place to safeguard your rights, including rights to notice, valid reasons for termination, and compensation depending on the circumstances.

In your case, since the employer has communicated a cancellation after signing the contract, it is important to carefully review the terms of the offer and contract you signed, the timing of the cancellation, and whether the employer has provided any lawful basis or notice period as required by law.

I can assist you in assessing your employment contract and the employer’s actions to determine the best course of action, which may include negotiating compensation, preventing unlawful cancellation of your work permit, or pursuing your rights before the Ministry of Labor or courts if needed.

Please feel free to reach out to me directly on WhatsApp or by phone at [----------] so we can discuss your case in detail and I can guide you through the most effective legal steps to protect your employment rights and resolve the situation promptly.