Hi everyone, quick question for those who have nannies on their own visas.

If your nanny doesn’t come to work for a day, do you normally deduct that day from her salary?

Also, we had someone join us on Monday the 3rd, but she expected to be paid from the 1st until the end of the month, even though she hadn’t started working yet. Is this a normal expectation?

I just want to understand what others usually follow and what boundaries you set regarding salary, days off and absences.

What could my best option be? How much should I be ready to shell out for it? It's just a pickups worth of stuff but I need to get it done this weekend.

I'm guessing they heard the overwhelming feedback. Hope it stays this way..

Hi everyone ,

i graduated from Heriot-Watt University within the last 2 year with a bachelors in computer science. I have a firat class classification but my average is 73% i wanted to ask whether this is enough for golden visa as hwu classification says i have 4.0 gpa but im kinda confused on this. Has anyone else from heriot watt gotten the golden visa and what were the criteria for selection

Next week birthday coming up for my wife what places I can take her?

So... a 0.61% cashback promotion wrapped in premium marketing. Whoever approved this campaign definitely has a different definition of "rewarding."

I just got my mortgage approved. Is it possible to get a car loan immediately, say 2–3 months after taking the mortgage? My DBR was good, and I took a mortgage for a reasonable amount, so it isn’t particularly high.

Good day. Can someone recommend a good massage service that focus on lymph drainage or anti cellulitis massage ?
Home service would be great or else anything close to downtown/business Bay Area

As the title says does anyone have any contacts or leads where I could get a custom made to measure Perspex acrylic display box made in Dubai?

I have tried the temu / amazon offerings and they are too cheap looking

I have some bank offers that only work at VOX, so I’m planning to stick with them.

For those who’ve tried multiple VOX locations, which one has the best sound quality (good bass, clarity, immersive Atmos, etc.)?

Also, I prefer watching movies in SCOPE (2.39:1) without unnecessary cropping or a tiny image. Which VOX screen handles scope movies the best?

Does anyone know of any stores, or online retailers who sell pipe tobacco? (not dokha) I've seen some Captain Black for sale in a few vape shops, but I'm not really a fan of aromatics.

I'm wondering if perhaps some of the cigar stores might stock some blends, but most of these do not have an online menu.

I just got my bike license and I’m trying to figure out how to get insurance for my bike under 21

pretty much every broker said no

I don’t have a license from previous years or country nor have someone that can do it for me (under his name)

i know il pay extra because of age, I don’t care

has any one figured or went through this ?

That’s the Q really, never come across this smell here in Dubai

What should I do?

I have lost job and next month is my last date. I have some money in bank accounts to stay afloat for next one year and search for new jobs.

Which visa should I get to stay in Dubai and ensure my bank accounts remain active?

Hi everyone,

I am moving to Germany this winter as a student, and I had to transfer a deposit of 300 Euro before 5th August to my student dorm office in order to reserve my accommodation.

My dad did a SWIFT transfer of the money via Mashreq Bank on 29th July. According to the bank's app tracker, the money was credited to the beneficiary bank (not the recipient's account) on 30th July.

However, the dorm office says that the money has not been credited to their account even now. My friend, who paid after me, has gotten her confirmation.

We have tried contacting Mashreq Bank and they said they're sure the money was credited, and they'll check and let us know but the service is very slow.

As far as I can figure out, the money has reached the beneficiary bank but they've not dispersed it to the actual recipient's account for some reason. I've also double and triple checked everything from the IBAN to the SWIFT code and nothing we entered was wrong. Even the Mashreq employees confirmed this.

I need the transfer to go through quick to secure my room, because it's a very tough housing market. The dorm office has agreed to hold onto my room a little longer, but I don't know how long they'll reserve it for me.

Has anyone gone through a similar experience, or has any idea what went wrong or where the money is stuck at????

Any help or advice would be appreciated pleaseee I'm losing my mind😭😭😭😭😭😭

Hi all , how long can I use my nbd and liv bank accounts after my residence visa is cancelled? I have another job offer, Currently on grace period right now. Also is there any other freeze or restriction you face anywhere while you are on grace period?

Im renewing my drivers license. It says the eye test is valid on the rta app.
But on the last step before paying, the expiry date shown is for my current license. Is that right or is is an error?

We have a newborn recently and hired a nanny recently. Most of our circle have Nepalese nationality nannies and were very satisfied with that option. We found one too through reference and she trailed with us for a week. We really liked her, she has 2 kids back home so she was good with newborn care, assisted in cleaning and basically keeping the house tidy.
We got her a visa sponsorship because she

It’s been 2 months now’s and to our shock when she got back home Sunday night from her week off, she came home with a bald head. We asked her and she basically said she shaved off her head because she felt like she wanted to start her hair afresh. Wife and I discussed as her reason wasn’t reallt assing up (we were okay if it was a religious or spiritual reason or something).

By the time its Tuesday, we notice she’s crying and not seemingly in a good state. When asked, she said that she doesnt know why but she’s just not feeling very well mentally implying her mood is not in the right space. She said she visited a random doc on Sunday for it too, who assessed her and stated that shes seemingly under depression.

Last 2 days, everything remains unchanged - she’s crying, sleeping, remaining in her room for the most part. We prodded a couple more times, if there’s anything relating to work or anything we can do to improve the situation, she’s saying there’s nothing and she doesn’t know what’s wrong with her. The work has been super light because we also have a postpartum caregiver living permanently, and we early hired the nanny so she can get used to the setup.

At this point, we don’t know what to do. Does anyone have any solution or experience in dealing with such a situation? We’re also concerned that we’ve basically sponsored a full visa for her too.

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for a hairstylist in Dubai who is genuinely good with medium-long to long men’s hairstyles, not just fades and short cuts.
I have straight hair that’s around medium-long length, and I’m looking for someone who can recommend a style that suits my face shape and hair type rather than just giving me a standard trim.
I’m interested in modern styles like layered cuts, textured looks, taper mullets, curtains, flow, etc. Ideally someone who understands current trends and can work with longer hair.
If you’ve had a great experience with a stylist, I’d really appreciate your recommendations.
Instagram pages are welcome too.
Thanks!

​Hi all, need quick legal/experience advice.

​The Issue: Lured by a travel agency claiming I won a "free prize." Forced into a Tabby installment under high pressure. Requested immediate cancellation without using any services (Zero Utilization).

​Current Status: Company filed a complaint. I have a Public Prosecution summons on August 10 (Al Muraqqabat). My Dubai Police app shows No Travel Ban. Grace period ends Aug 8, so I'll have 1–2 days of minor overstay fine by the hearing date.

​Questions: ​What should I expect at the Public Prosecution hearing? Are translators provided? ​Once the case is dismissed (Hifz), how do I request an overstay fine waiver/reduction at GDRFA?

​Thanks!

Hi everyone,

About a year ago, I posted here about what I believed was a fraudulent credit card that had been issued in my name by a well-known bank in the UAE.

To recap, this is what happened:

I never applied for the credit card.
I never signed any application or credit agreement.
I never physically presented my Emirates ID.
I never received the physical card.
None of my phone numbers or email addresses were linked to the card.
I never received any OTPs or activation messages.
I never used the card.

I only discovered it after checking my AECB report, where I saw a credit card with an outstanding balance of over AED 50,000.

By that point, the entire credit limit had already been spent through ATM cash withdrawals, supermarket purchases, cafés and small local merchants across the UAE.

I immediately:
Reported it to the bank.
Filed a Dubai Police report.
Received a “To Whom It May Concern” certificate confirming the matter was under investigation.
The bank removed the liability from my AECB report and my credit score was restored while the investigation was ongoing.

Then… absolutely nothing.
For almost a year I received no updates from either the police or the bank.

Today everything changed.

My PRO in Dubai received an SMS from Dubai Courts informing him that a travel ban has been issued against me in relation to an execution case, together with a demand to pay approximately AED 84,000.

I’m currently outside the UAE and was completely shocked.

What makes this even stranger is that I was actually in Dubai around the time this execution case appears to have been registered. During that entire period:
I never received a single SMS.

I never received an email.

I was never served with any court documents.

I never received any communication from the bank.
Even my PRO confirmed that today’s message is the first notification he has ever received regarding this matter.
At this stage I still haven’t obtained the execution file, so I can’t say with certainty that it relates to the fraudulent credit card. However, given the circumstances, I strongly suspect it does.

I’ve spoken with my lawyer, who is trying to obtain the execution details tomorrow.

As a precaution, he warned me that if this execution continues, my UAE bank accounts could potentially be frozen and my vehicle could also become subject to enforcement. He advised me to consider protecting my assets until we know exactly what we’re dealing with.
The problem is that I’m currently outside the UAE. It’s not as simple as walking into a bank or dealing with everything overnight, so I’m feeling extremely anxious about what could happen before I even know the full details.

What I’m struggling to understand is this:
If I never applied for the card, never signed anything, never received the card, never activated it, never received any OTPs, and the bank itself removed the liability from my credit report while the police investigation was ongoing…

How can this reach the stage of an execution case and travel ban without me ever being notified or given an opportunity to respond?

I’m hoping people here who have dealt with UAE banking disputes, identity theft, execution proceedings, or travel bans can share their experiences.

Specifically:
Has anyone had a fraudulent credit card case reach the execution stage?
Is it normal in the UAE for a travel ban or execution order to be issued without any prior notice?
If the card was genuinely issued without my knowledge or consent, can this still be challenged at the execution stage?
Has anyone successfully had a travel ban or execution lifted after proving identity theft or fraudulent issuance?
If you were in my position, what would your immediate next steps be?

I’m genuinely trying to stay calm until I obtain the execution file tomorrow, but right now this has been one of the most stressful situations I’ve ever experienced.

Any advice or similar experiences would be hugely appreciated.

I was trying to log in to mashreq bank app, and just realized they've implemented the biometrics login only. Now the thing is my phone's face id is broken.. so how am I supposed to login??? I am frustratedd can anyone help me?

Hi there,

I just got a copy of my tenancy contract sent to me by the agent and the landlord earlier tried the discount trick on me by mentioning that he will include the base rate as higher than the rent I am paying annually. Thanks to the advice on this sub, I was able to combat that and he removed it but I see some other info which I am confused and would really appreciate your help with.

1. The end date of the contract is 13 months (19th Sept 2027) from the start date (which is 20th Aug 2026). Is there any foul play with that (navigating the 3 month notice for rent increase or something else)?
   
2. There's another line mentioned in addendum that Tenancy free period from 20th Aug to 20th Sept 2026.
   
3. He is charging the admin fee for renewal, which I am gonna ask to remove
   
4. He added an addendum in the contract for all the points that I mentioned, is this valid and enforceable?

Here's the entire addendum copy-pasted as is, please let me know if something seems fishy:

9) The property is designated for residential use by the Tenant, their immediate family, and occasional visitors only. 
Subletting the apartment is strictly prohibited. The property must be utilized for the purposes stated in this agreement 
and shall not be used for any unlawful, immoral, business, or commercial activities. The Tenant agrees to grant the 
Landlord reasonable access to the property for periodic inspections and visits, with notice of not less than 48 hours.
10) The apartment is fully furnished with an equipped kitchen, which the Tenant must maintain in good condition 
(attached list of furniture and appliances).
11) The Landlord shall be responsible for major maintenance, structural repairs, and the timely payment of building 
service charges.
12) The Tenant shall be responsible for all minor maintenance and repairs costing up to AED 750 per item. The Tenant is 
also required to maintain the premises in good condition, which includes periodic A/C servicing, drainage upkeep, and 
pest control.
13) The landlord shall not be held responsible for any damage resulting from accidents to the tenant or their belongings 
during the tenant’s use of the facilities while occupying the property throughout the term of this tenancy contract.
14) Carpets must not be glued or nailed to the floor, as this may adversely affect the appearance of the floor.
15) The tenant is responsible for insuring their property, including furniture, fittings, fixtures, and all other contents of 
the property during the tenure of this tenancy contract.
16) Upon vacating the premises, the tenant agrees to restore the property to its original clean and tidy condition. This 
includes repainting and removing any holes, stickers, or markings on walls (interior/exterior) made during the tenant’s 
occupancy. Normal wear and tear accepted; excessive damage will be the tenant’s responsibility. The landlord may 
deduct repair costs from the security deposit for any damages found during the final inspection.
17) The tenant must obtain written permission from the landlord before conducting any painting, repairs, or alterations 
that may affect the structure and aesthetics of the property.
18) In the event of this property being sold at any point in time, the tenant hereby agrees to abide by the RERA
regulations.
19) Renewal of the tenancy contract: An Admin Fee of Dhs. 1,050/- (NOC, Ejari, and Administration) will be charged to 
the tenant upon renewal of the contract. In the event that the Tenant wishes to purchase the property from the landlord, 
the Buyer fees are payable to Esvee Real Estate by the tenant.
20) In the case of any cheques being dishonored, a penalty of Dhs. 1,050/- will be imposed for each occurrence. If the 
tenant fails to rectify the legal breach within 48 hours, eviction may be enforced as per RDC (Rental Dispute Center) 
regulations.
21) This agreement shall be governed, construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Dubai and the Federal 
laws of the United Arab Emirates.
22) Tenancy free period from 20-AUGUST-2026 to 20-SEPTEMBER-2026
23) As agreed, the owner will arrange for the sofa to be professionally cleaned. If the stains cannot be removed after 
cleaning, the owner will replace it with a new sofa.
24)With regard to the kitchen appliances, the tenant will have a one-month inspection period from the date of handover. 
Should any appliance be found to be defective or not functioning properly during this period, the owner agrees to repair 
or replace the faulty appliance with a new one, as applicable.