Unified UAE Legislation Database

FAQ: Employee leaves abusive employer; employer files absconding case to prevent employee from switching jobs or leaving UAE.

Status

In force

Issuing Authority

Effective date

XX.XX.XXXX

Official Link

https://

Answer:

  • Collect evidence, such as evidence of being at work (attendance logs, emails) and evidence of an employer restricting access to the workplace.

  • File a complaint with MoHRE via app/website by entering the employee's personal information (passport number - name, date of birth, nationality). 

  • The competent employee shall examine the complaint and take appropriate action by contacting the Complainant and the Respondent after consulting with the competent legal advisor, this done based on the information provided in the complaint, in order to resolve the dispute amicably, and if this cannot be achieved, a meeting will be scheduled.

  • In an effort to reach an amicable resolution of the dispute, the parties are contacted a second time. In the event that this is not possible, the complaint will be referred to the appropriate court for resolution. 

Note: 

  • The employee must be registered in the Ministry's database

  • It is not possible for the same employee to have a pending complaint or a dispute brought to court unless the employment ...