When is deportation ordered?
A court may order the removal of a foreigner as part of a judgment, in the cases the law provides.
Its effects reach residence, work and family.
What do we do?
We review the order and the basis, check whether it is challengeable and raise it within the appeal.
We also advise on family circumstances that the law treats as relevant.
What about re-entry?
A deportation order can affect future entry.
We advise on what follows and what can be done later.
What should I do first?
Read the order carefully
Whether deportation is part of the judgment.
Diary the appeal deadline
Act within the time limit.
Collect family and residence proof
Spouse, children, long residence.
Arrange affairs with us
Plan safe steps for work and family.
Call us on +971 50 653 1334 or message us on WhatsApp. We answer at any hour.
Frequently asked questions
Is deportation always ordered after a conviction?
Not always. The law distinguishes between offences. The deportation guide explains the rules.
Can a deportation order be lifted later?
That depends on the order and the law. We assess what is possible in your case.
Related guides
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The main points, the process and your first steps.
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Article 75 requires the court to order deportation of a foreigner convicted of a drug offence, with two narrow exceptions. Here is what they are and what to prepare.
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How courts move from the penalty range to the actual sentence: stay of execution, extenuating and aggravating factors and recidivism.
Read the guideSources
This page describes how we act in this type of case. It does not restate the law: the linked guides set out the statutory position and cite the official English text on the UAE Legislation portal, uaelegislation.gov.ae. The Arabic text prevails over translations.
This page is general information, not legal advice.