Bear in mind that the Labor Law doesn't apply to EK (when it suits them) as the company is classed as a semi-government organisation.

Thanks Rotaiva!

Emma…. Always seems to be the one way street with this airline, doesn't it!! To THEIR benefit only.

K

I'm hearing you about this being Emirates - 'keep discovering'.

However...
The 30 days of annual leave seems to be a sticking point for them, obviously against their wishes, what about this aspect? Certainly interested in other guys & gals thoughts on this matter.

I think it is a case that the precedent hasn't been set as yet (or has it??)

The company owed me over 30 days vacation and I haven't been here 3 yrs yet. I'm sure that pained them to pay me that money.
I didn't take the hotel when I left just because I didn't trust the company from deducting more money from me. I couldn't find a reference either.
So,far it has been only 3 days but I feel so much better already. Like SOPs I'll keep you posted.

After 6 months, I'm still waiting for the retention money to be sent to me, or for an email explaining why it was kept. As usual, HR has not responded to any of my emails requesting an explanation.

How much is it? My sis-in-law left EK in June and is still chasing them for 9 hours of flight pay and they ignore all her emails (she was a purser). She was back in Dubai a few weeks back and paid a visit to EGHQ to see about getting it but the person she needed was conveniently 'away'. She'll probably never see it, but it makes you wonder how many others they do this to and pocket a nice sum along the way!!

If entitled money is being withheld and not paid - this unethical behaviour should be highlighted to potential new joiners as a snapshot of what to expect - assuming that they have not assimilated the 'other stuff'.

It's only $1000 US, but I just wish someone would answer my emails. But then again, I should know better.

Forget HR SOPS or payroll. You should email your ex managers. ie JA or the likes...

Roger that WK. Will try that. Actually I figure if a $ 1000 bucks is the price of getting out, I am happy to pay it. But I will chase it down.

Retention Money
 

Sops et al . I tracked down my retention money via the payroll dept. As far as they are concerned the money has been paid however in my case it was in the form of a cheque which was sitting at Eghq 2 nd floor waiting for collection ! Difficult if you are not in the country ! I suspect given the shocking lack of inter departmental comms that this might be where your money is hiding. Incidentally payroll need to be pushed to investigate this possibility , they are so process driven (sound familiar ) that their initial response is invariably unhelpful . Hope this helps , they will transfer the money to your a/c if asked .

Police Clearance letter
 

Just started the exit dance.

The HR leaving module is a classic. SNM.

Police clearance - whoever posted about the Port Rashid Police. I owe you a beverage. Best bureaucratic experience in Dubai. Totally painless except for Dh 210 each.

BTW don't believe the Police website. the form cannot be filled on-line as it requires an Arabic "reason".
Also the Dubai Mall Police station (LG Parking area) cannot do this for you. it's either Port Rashid or the CID office that other guys have posted.

Congrats on the impending escape L1011!

I found another very convenient location for this… Al Qiyadah Metro Station. It is easy to get to on the Metro from EGHQ with a connection at Union Station to the Etisalat Line.

The police station door (Criminal Investigation) is literally 20 meters from the exit of the metro. Bring passport copy, visa copy and passport photo and 210 dirhams and it will be ready in 3 business days.

Agree… it was one of the most painless things one can do in Dubai bureaucratically speaking. Just be aware though that they will need a company name to put on this document e.g., your next airline etc.

K

And my retention money arrived..so it seems the system does work..eventually!

Police clearance
 

I did the police clearance earlier this year, via the police website, no problem at all. I called the police first, was suggested to use the website instead of coming to the station, was delivered at home 2 days later. Used the 2 nights hotel before leaving, premiere inn, it is paid by EK.

EPC/APC Direct Debit
 

Chaps,

The Pilots Club direct debit is a real pain in the ass to cancel. Requires you to drive all the way to the Fairmont, spiral up into the parking lot, find an office that is not marked and sign a blank form.

And then hope that it actually works as you can't close your bank account unless the direct debit has been cancelled. Typical Dubai, but not acceptable for a Club that is supposed to serve its members.

Evidently all done for the "convenience" (direct quote) of the middle-aged Mums who staff the joint. A standing order would be "too much work".

Wonder why I was a member for all those years. It's just a sales organization for financial "products" these days anyway.

Disappointed founder EPC member.

Maybe Kingpost can give you some feedback on EPC/APC.... After all, I think he really should have chosen another name on pprune... :E
Parking is indeed a real disaster... Sometimes I think it's intentional in order not to have too many visitors....

5star, if it's who I think you're referring to, then yes, he is at the root of a lot of the reasons why I don't subscribe to the EPC ripoff anymore...

What is a good time frame to close the following prior to leaving?

Etisalat home phone, internet and OSN?

Closing bank accounts?

Thanks.

I did OSN and I internet 1 week before I left. But I booked the disconnection date a month before that, if that makes sense.

Bank, give yourself at least a few weeks.