@Neptune It isn't always that easy. Some stick to their bond, others bought property, etc. Leaving DXB isn't that easy like for instance moving from central Europe to another country. I still remember the nightmare dealing with the different banks to get those stupid clearance letters. And you need those stupid letters for a lot of things. Because it might be that you are coming back to DXB with your new airline. Making up your mind and decide to leave is nothing you do in a hurry.