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Keren Bobker is an independent financial adviser and senior partner with Holborn Assets in Dubai, with more than 30 years’ experience and has been in the UAE since 2006

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Most banks offer full information for every credit card they offer on their website, with sections where customers can download a full fee schedule. Getty Images
‘Can my bank charge a late payment fee for a one-week delay?’

The bank is within its rights to charge a penalty and that is likely to be automated

MoneyMarch 24, 2025
Anything that looks too good to be true is invariably a way of conning people. Getty Images
‘Should I invest with a company offering me 3% returns per month for three years?’

There is no such thing as an investment that is fully capital-protected

MoneyMarch 10, 2025
Financial companies are required to verify the identity of their customers and keep these documents up to date. Getty Images
‘Will my bank ask for personal details over email or is it a scam?’

Regulated financial institutions may ask for credentials to update KYC as part of anti-money laundering and compliance procedures

MoneyFebruary 24, 2025
A woman can apply for a residency permit for her husband after hers has been issued, and it is easier if the employer assists. Getty Images
‘Can a woman sponsor her husband in Saudi Arabia?’

Family sponsorship in the kingdom depends on the type of visa and employment contract

MoneyFebruary 10, 2025
A payslip received by email can be printed or forwarded as a record. Getty Images
‘Can a UAE employer refuse to provide a payslip?’

All employees should be offered one, even if only a soft copy

MoneyJanuary 27, 2025
Part-time employees are entitled to public holidays that fall on their workdays. Getty Images
Does the UAE’s annual leave law apply differently to part-time employees?

All workers are entitled to leave depending on their working hours

MoneyJanuary 13, 2025
Companies should have a staff handbook that clearly outlines the policy regarding carrying forward unused vacation days. Getty Images
‘Am I allowed to carry forward my unused annual leave in the UAE?’

Employees can take a maximum of 15 days' annual leave into the next year

MoneyDecember 30, 2024
Passengers using the Smart Gate system at Dubai International Airport. Pawan Singh / The National
'Can my company force me to pay early visa renewal charges?'

In all situations, the costs of employment including visa and work permit fees are the responsibility of the employer

MoneyDecember 16, 2024
There is no legal reason to stop anyone from having residence visas for both the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Pawan Singh / The National
'Can I hold a UAE golden visa and a Saudi residency visa?'

This is legally allowed as multiple residencies are permitted

MoneyDecember 02, 2024
The amount of rental profit can be reduced by offsetting certain expenses. Getty Images
'Will I need to pay tax in UK if I rent out my Dubai apartment after relocating to Scotland?'

UK resident for tax purposes is subject to UK income tax on their worldwide income

MoneyNovember 18, 2024
The employee must prove that the reason for unemployment is not due to resignation in order to claim under the Involuntary Loss of Employment scheme. Getty Images
‘Can I claim unemployment insurance in the UAE if my employer sacks me?’

The employee was sacked for poor performance and also had a disagreement with his manager

MoneyNovember 04, 2024
Regardless of whether a woman decides to change her surname after marriage, it is important for her to inform the UAE authorities. Getty Images
‘Is it mandatory to update married name on passport, visa and Emirates ID?’

A person can use their married name before legally updating it, but it only becomes official after updating all necessary documents

MoneyOctober 21, 2024
Some companies withdraw an employee's housing allowance if their spouse also receives a similar benefit. Getty Images
‘Can my wife’s company cut her allowance if husband is working?’

An employer cannot just reduce a salary by more than 10 per cent without lodging details with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation

MoneySeptember 23, 2024
From age 65 years, residency visas must be renewed annually, rather than every two years. Getty Images
'Can I continue to work in UAE after turning 60?'

There have been subsequent official announcements about increasing the age to 65 years

MoneySeptember 11, 2024
Employers that do not ensure their staff have the correct visas can face fines up to Dh50,000. Pawan Singh / The National
‘Can I work for a UAE company without a residency visa?’

Foreigners face deportation and possible imprisonment for working in the Emirates without the required documents

MoneyAugust 26, 2024
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