I believe onthego is referring to the work permit issued to expatriate pilots, working for Gulf Air in the UAE, not Bahrain; this does not affect GCC pilots. There isn't a problem moving from Gulf Air, Bahrain to another operator in the UAE, but from Gulf Air, Abu Dhabi, you will have difficulties.
If you decide to move on and your work permit is cancelled, Gulf Air has the option to give you a stamp in your passport that prevents you from taking up employment in the UAE for a minimum of 6 months. This, I believe, is an optional practice that Gulf Air can enforce. I could be wrong but I do not believe the Abu Dhabi authorities will enforce this unless requested by the employer. I believe this applies to all sectors of the work force in the UAE.
Last edited by nollocks; 14th May 2004 at 05:38.