UAE job market. What’s really going on?
Overview: Mera beta Dubai me rahta hai. Fikr mat kijie. Main aapka paisa wapas kar dungi. If translated into English, it means, “My son lives in Dubai. Don’t worry. I will pay off my debt …
Work
Everything related to work. I share my highs and lows as I discuss and sometimes rant about my job or finding employment in Dubai.
Lifting the UAE Labour Ban
A labour ban is a common term you will encounter if do not fulfill your labour contract agreement. This a type of ban that can run from 6 months to one year depending on the situation. …
Difference Between Limited and Unlimited Contract
Disclaimer: Please be advised that this article below is based on my experience and may vary depending on the situation. It is always best to contact your HR Department, Ministry of Labour (MOL), or Freezone Authorities …
List of Offenses that will Get You Terminated from Work
As an employee, it is important that you know not only your rights and obligations, but also your limits at work and you are aware of the scenarios that can get you fired or dismissed …
UAE Labour Law: Job Offer Now Legally Binding
When you get hired, you would usually be given a Job Offer letter by your employer containing details of your job such as salary, working hours, etc. This would be used only as a reference …
Unlimited Contract in UAE
We posted an article on what is a Limited Employment Contract, so now let’s try to understand the other type which is an Unlimited Contract. Simply put, an Unlimited labour contract is an employment agreement which …
UAE Ministry of Labour: 6-Months Ban Can Be Cancelled
In the new year comes a new set of rules in the UAE Labour contract. Part of the changes state that there will be no 6-months ban provided that there is a mutual agreement between …
How to View Your UAE Labour Contract Online
UPDATE: There seems to be an update as we could not view the Ministry of Labour (MOL) website. In the instructions below, instead of going to the MOL website, you can simply head to this …
UAE Labour Ban vs Immigration Ban
As an expat in the UAE, you may come across terms such as a Labour ban when you resign from your job. The labour ban is usually implemented by the Ministry of Labour on the basis …
6 Months Probationary Period
The probation period in a UAE company usually runs for 6 months from the date of hire, but it may also depend on the agreement set on your work contract. The probation period is the ‘testing’ period …