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Failure to cancel residence visa of departing employee
An employer failing to cancel the UAE residence visa of a sponsored employee who has left or been terminated within the required timeframe
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Fine Amount
AED 6,000
Fine of AED 6000 per employee whose visa is not cancelled on time
Why this rule exists
Cancelled sponsorship must be formally closed to prevent ghost workers and to release the employee's legal status
How to avoid
Cancel the work permit and residence visa through MOHRE within 30 days of employment ending
Source: MOHRE UAE Labour Laws