Handing back company accommodation

Ask HR or facilities for the check-out procedure, take photos and meter readings on your last day, hand back keys and access cards, and get a signed clearance. Many employers ask for it before they pay your final settlement, which the law says is due within 14 days of your contract’s end date.

When
10 days to 3 days before your flight
Time
1 hour
Cost
Free, unless your employer charges for damage

Official source: UAE LegislationFor the rules. You don’t do this step there.

Have ready

  • Keys and access cards

How to do it

  1. Ask HR or facilities for the check-out procedure and your last date in the accommodation. The law allows up to 30 days after your service ends.
  2. Take photos and meter readings on the last day.
  3. Get a signed clearance and keep a copy. If the employer charges for damage, ask for the amount in writing.
  4. If DEWA, cooling, internet or gas are in your name, close them yourself.

Questions people ask

Do I need a clearance for company accommodation?

Usually yes. Many employers ask for it before they pay your final settlement, so do it early and keep a copy. The law still requires the settlement within 14 days of your contract’s end date.

How long can I stay in company accommodation after my job ends?

Up to 30 days from your last day of service. Staying longer needs your employer’s approval, and you pay the cost unless you agree otherwise in writing.

Sources

Official: UAE Labour Law, Federal Decree-Law 33 of 2021 (Articles 16 and 53)

Also checked against: Gulf News: leaving staff accommodation after your contract ends

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