The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a popular destination for both tourists and expatriates, with a diverse and multicultural population. However, there are several legal issues that can arise for those living and working in the country, including absconding, immigration, and police cases. In this blog, we will discuss the steps that can be taken to remove these types of cases in the UAE in 2023.
Absconding is when an employee leaves their job without informing their employer or without completing their notice period. This can have serious consequences, including being banned from working in the UAE for a period of time. To remove an absconding case, the employee must first resolve any outstanding issues with their previous employer and obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from them. This NOC can then be presented to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE), who will review the case and make a decision.
Immigration cases in the UAE can arise for a variety of reasons, including overstaying a visa, or being found working on a tourist visa. To remove an immigration case, the individual must first resolve any outstanding issues with the immigration authorities and obtain a clearance certificate. This certificate can then be presented to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), who will review the case and make a decision.
Police cases in the UAE can range from minor traffic violations to more serious criminal offenses. To remove a police case, the individual must first resolve any outstanding issues with the police and obtain a clearance certificate. This certificate can then be presented to the relevant authorities, who will review the case and make a decision.
It’s important to note that removing absconding, immigration, and police cases in the UAE can be a complex and time-consuming process, and it’s highly recommended to seek legal assistance to navigate it. Also, the process may vary depending on the emirate and the specific circumstances of the case, so it’s important to check with the relevant authorities for the most up-to-date information.
Absconding Removal process
Visit your tour agent or sponsor who booked you into abscond after failing to renew visa which led to your overstay.
You will both agree on the fee for Abscond removal which in most cases ranges between 2000-4500aed.
Once they accept after making your payment, get the receipt and wait approximately btw 3-7days for approval.
Once approved proceed to shahama – Sweihan auh immigration and present your papers as below:
*Job offer letter
*Labor contract
*Trade license of the company hiring you.
*Passport copy & original
*Abscond approval paper issued to you by your agent /sponsor.
They will review your case and determine if you qualify then they will send you to Tasheel near Sweihan to apply the fine reduction and pay like 800aed but your fine MUST be over 5000aed.
Once you pay at Tasheel you can go home and wait their communication via email or SMS which takes like 2-3days.
Once approved, go back again to Sweihan (Tasheel) and clear the fine as stipulated which is around 1k AED.
After that wait 2-3days for the fines to clear in the system. Keep checking with your agent or tasheel if it’s cleared so that u can apply your visa change A2A. Visa Extension here not possible, only exit A2A or your company can aply your work visa immediately.
After visa change you can present your visa to your company for work visa process to commence.
The above is a hectic journey. Guys at auh immigration are dealing with thousands of such cases and you can tell the pressure. Once you visit them be honest, smartly dressed and have confidence. Make sure you arrive early in the morning. If you don’t have the required documents, please note that you will be arrested, detained and deported with a life ban. You can only apply for an out pass costing like 800-1k aed and show them your valid ticket then proceed to our embassy for stamping.
