UAE: I resigned during my expired visa’s grace period, who pays overstay fines? My company or me?
The reader’s resignation was served during the 30-day grace period for visa renewal
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A Gulf News reader raised a query regarding his recent resignation.
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The reader submitted his resignation and served a one-month notice period.
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The visa had not yet been renewed by the company.
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The reader worked during the grace period and a few more days on the company's request.
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"Please advise if these fines are on company's responsibility and if I have the right to claim the same," the reader asked.
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Gulf News raised the query with Dr Hassan Elhais, legal consultant at Dubai-based Al Rowaad Advocated and Legal Consultants.
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The UAE's laws clearly state that an individual must leave the country upon cancellation or expiry of a permit.
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Failing to renew your permit or exit the country would lead to fines.
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The ICA, however, announced several extensions during COVID-19.
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The reader's visa expiry and cancellation happened during the grace period announced by the UAE's authorities.
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Serving a notice period is also required as per UAE Labour Law.
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Unless an employer clearly states that you do not need to serve a notice period, a 30-day notice is required.
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The employer may saw that the visa was not renewed because of the resignation.
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However, the reader can reach out to the relevant authorities to enquire about the fines.
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Dubai - 800 5111, ICA - 600 5222 22.
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