usaexpatdxb2012 wrote:Forum Members,
How easy is it to change employers in the U.A.E ? if im working on a open/unlimited contract will I be able to change jobs within or outside the country (GCC Countries).
That, is largely dependant upon the terms, conditions and any restrictions within your employment contract, bearing in mind that the cost of employment is considerable for any employer here in the UAE and restrictions and conditions are often imposed for the probationary periods at least and sometimes for the duration of your contract.
Articles 38 and 39 of the UAE Labour Laws are herewith for clarification of your 2nd question, furthermore, whether your employer is a Free Zone Company or not, all employers, public and private are subject to the UAE Federal Labour Laws.
ARTICLE (38)
An employment contract may either be for a limited or an unlimited period. If it is for a
limited period, such period shall not exceed four years and the contract may with mutual
agreement be renewed one or more times for similar or shorter period/periods.
In the event of renewal of the contract the new period/periods are deemed to be an
extension of the original period and shall be added thereto in calculation of the
employee's total period of service.
ARTICLE (39)
An employment contract is considered a contract for an unlimited period effective from
the day of its commencement in any of the following cases:
1.If it is not concluded in writing .
2. If it is made for an unlimited period.
3. If it is made in writing for a limited period and continues to be applied by both
parties after lapse of its period without a written agreement between them.
4. If it is concluded for the performance of a specific job for which no period is fixed, or if the job by its nature calls for renewal, and has remained in force despite the completion of work agreed to.