Operation: Passport Liberation - Dubai Edition (Mission Impossible theme song optional)
Ah, Dubai. Land of sunshine, skyscrapers, and...employers who like to hold onto your passport tighter than a camel clutches its hump in a sandstorm. Fear not, fellow expat warrior! Reclaiming your precious passport is possible, and this guide will be your hilarious (and hopefully helpful) compass through the desert.
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| How To Get Passport From Employer In Dubai |
The Great Passport Caper: Why Do Employers Do This Anyway?
There are whispers of bygone eras where employers used passports to ensure employee loyalty. Like a bizarre key deposit for your ability to leave the country. The truth? It's most likely just outdated practice or a misguided attempt to streamline visa processes (seriously, there are better ways!). Remember, by law, your employer cannot hold your passport.
Operation Liberation: Your Tactical Maneuvers
The Polite Persuader: Open communication is key. Remind your employer, with a dazzling smile, of the UAE labour law. Ministerial Resolution No. 267 of 2012 is your friend.
The Gentle Nudge: If friendliness fails, escalate politely. Request a written explanation for retaining your passport. This often lights a fire under companies who might not be aware it's illegal.
The Freedom Fighter: Still no luck? Contact the Ministry of Labour (MOL). They have a dedicated hotline (800-60) for employee complaints. Channel your inner warrior, but keep it professional.
Remember: Patience, grasshopper! Bureaucracy can be a slow dance.
Mission Accomplished! (Hopefully)
Congratulations! You're now the proud owner of both your dignity and your passport. Celebrate with a luxurious date shake (because why not?).
Tip: Don’t just glance — focus.
Hot Tip: For future job hunting, avoid companies that request your passport upfront. It's a red flag bigger than the Burj Khalifa.
FAQs
How to avoid getting your passport confiscated in the first place?
Be wary of companies that make it a mandatory requirement.
QuickTip: Revisit key lines for better recall.
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How long should I wait to ask for my passport back?
Don't wait for the camels to come home! Ask for it upon joining, or soon after.
How can I prove it's illegal for them to hold my passport?
QuickTip: Focus on one paragraph at a time.
Kindly remind them of Ministerial Resolution No. 267 of 2012.
How do I contact the Ministry of Labour?
Call their hotline at 800-60.
QuickTip: Read step by step, not all at once.
How do I celebrate getting my passport back?
Luxurious date shake, duh!
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