161 Defendants Fined Dh152 Million Over Dubai Residency Violations

Dubai residency violations fines 2025 took center stage as a Dubai court ordered 161 defendants to pay a collective Dh152,240,000 for violations related to residency and labor laws.

Dubai residency violations fines 2025

Dubai residency violations fines 2025 took center stage as a Dubai court ordered 161 defendants to pay a collective Dh152,240,000 for violations related to residency and labor laws. The Citizenship and Residency Court ruled that the defendants unlawfully exploited entry permits through trading, including by selling them, and closed establishments without regularizing the residency status of sponsored individuals.

In addition to hefty fines, the court mandated the deportation of all defendants. The case, brought forward by the Citizenship & Residency Prosecution, underscores the UAE’s strict enforcement against illegal practices involving residency permits and labor regulations.

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Authorities emphasize that these rulings reaffirm Dubai’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of residency and labor laws, protecting both employees’ rights and the legal framework. The measures serve as a clear warning to businesses and individuals against illegal exploitation of entry permits and residency regulations.

Layla Hassan

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