Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Abu Dhabi Court Rejects Golden Visa Termination Claim
An employee in Abu Dhabi claimed that his company wrongfully terminated him after he obtained a Golden Visa.
The employee said the company promised to issue a new contract but did not, leading to the loss of benefits and a job opportunity in Saudi Arabia.
The employee sought Dh100,000 in compensation.
The company denied wrongdoing, stating the termination was lawful and the employee did not provide evidence of financial losses.
The court dismissed the claim, ruling that the employee did not prove any agreement or actual damage.
An employee in Abu Dhabi claimed wrongful termination after obtaining a Golden Visa.
The company allegedly promised but failed to issue a new contract post-Golden Visa.
The employee sought Dh100,000 in compensation for lost benefits and job opportunities.
The company denied wrongdoing and stated the termination was lawful.
The court dismissed the claim, finding no proof of agreement or actual damage.
- Who
- An employee and a company in Abu Dhabi
- What
- A court case regarding wrongful termination and Golden Visa process
- When
- The contract was terminated on August 11, 2025
- Where
- Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Why
- The employee claimed the company failed to issue a new contract after the Golden Visa process, leading to financial losses and unemployment.
Employee's Perspective
Company's Perspective
Contract and Benefits
Employee's Perspective
The company failed to issue a new contract after the Golden Visa process, leading to loss of benefits and unemployment.
Company's Perspective
The termination was lawful, and the employee was given proper notice as per UAE labour regulations.
Financial Losses
Employee's Perspective
The employee claimed financial losses due to missed job opportunities and unemployment.
Company's Perspective
The employee did not provide evidence of financial losses or the alleged job opportunity.
- Employee's Claim
- Dh100,000 in compensation
- Original Contract Start Date
- July 11, 2024
- Golden Visa Obtained
- August 2025
- Contract Termination Date
- August 11, 2025
- Alleged Lost Salary
- Dh45,975 per month