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The Times of India
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TOI World Desk

UAE clarifies rules for workers changing jobs after contract ends, warns of one-year permit ban

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) clarified when employees in the UAE can legally move to a new company after their employment contract ends, while also warning workers that certain violations could lead to a one-year work permit ban.

The latest clarification comes as thousands of employees across the UAE continue changing jobs in a highly competitive labour market, especially in sectors like hospitality, retail, construction, logistics and technology.

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