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UAE Starts Background Check for New Work Visa Applicants Starting Feb. 4
Starting February 4, the government of the United Arab Emirates will start security background check of foreign workers, Gulf News reported, citing official sources.
“The security screening of job candidates means that they will have to…
20 Things You Need to Know About UAE Law on Domestic Workers
His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates, as recently approved the Federal Law No. 10 of 2017.
The law contains provisions on employment of domestic workers in the UAE, including…
13 Pros and Cons About Living in Dubai
Dubai, a name synonymous with modern life yet retains its Arabic identity. As a place that hosts millions of migrant workers, it sure has provided plenty of opportunities for many foreigners in the emirate.
Every city has its beautiful…
TAS’HEEL Service Centers in UAE
TAS’HEEL centers focus on providing services from the Ministry of Labour, through institutional partnership with the private sector, and in accordance with the standards of excellent government service. The system runs under the supervision…
How Foreign Workers Can Take Up Part Time Jobs in UAE
Based on experience, foreign workers who wish earn more income have limited options if they are not allowed to work part-time. It's because the condition of an employment contract often stipulates they are forbidden to take up another job.…
Bring Birth Certificate to Renew Philippine Passport If It Contains This Info
A number of Philippine missions are now requiring Filipinos to bring a copy of their birth certificates before proceeding to renew their passports or risk not getting processed at all.
The new requirement applies to Filipino passport…
5 Things Filipinos in UAE Struggle the Most
Just like their compatriots based elsewhere, Filipinos in the United Arab Emirates have their share of things that they struggle on, as a legal expert sheds light on them.
Lawyer Barney Almazar, Gulf Law director and author of The…
Pinoys in UAE Warned Vs Sex Outside of Marriage
Consular and embassy officials in the United Arab Emirates have reminded Filipinos to legalize a union or face jail terms when caught engaging in sexual activity outside marriage.
The reminder comes as news about a Filipino couple…
7% of Jailed Filipinos in UAE Due to Debt
Fifteen of the 205 of 7% of total number of Filipinos currently in Dubai and Ajman prisons are due to non-payment of personal loans and bounced cheques, Labor Attache Ofelia Domingo of the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai.
“There…
Why Dubai Expats Risk Fines Living in Shared Accommodation
Dubbed as "bachelor eviction drive", authorities in Dubai have been cracking down against single, low-income workers residing in areas devoted for families. The Dubai Municipality implemented such measure as it believes overcrowding in…