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Gulf News reader asks: Can the police seize my passport in the UAE?

Dubai-based lawyer clarifies the rules governing seizure of passprt

Published: February 06, 2020 13:28 Compiled by Huda Tabrez, Digital Content Specialist

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passport seized 2 — In which situations can police or public prosecutors seize your passport in the UAE? Image Credit: Gulf News

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passport seized 4 — Article 45 of the UAE Criminal Procedure Law states the situations in which a passport can be seized. Image Credit: Gulf News

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passport seized 5 — If accused of certain crimes, when released on bail the person's passport can be seized as guarantee. Image Credit: Gulf News

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passport seized 10 — The Smart guarantee system means passports would no longer need to be held. Image Credit: Gulf News

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passport seized 11 — The passport owner can still not leave the country until the judicial process is complete. Image Credit: Gulf News

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