I’m currently working for a company which gave me a visit visa. I was sick for a few days but the president of the company said this was not an excuse to take a few days off, even if I have a medical certificate signed by a doctor.
As I understand when we are provided, by the company, with any kind of visa we are under their responsibility for medication and accommodation. Therefore, please clarify for the benefits of expats on visit visas.

Name withheld

Answer: There is no law which says a company is responsible for the treatment for anyone who is on a visit visa to the country.
On the contrary, the visitors have themselves to pay for visits government clinics or hospitals. In fact, the fees for visitors is more than for the residents. The Ministry of Health has clearly specified the charges for various services. If you are, however, sick and have been given medical leave the company can’t force you to attend office. Even if you are not sick, you are not allowed to work as you are on a visit visa unless your permanent residence papers are being processed.


Notice period

I am working in a company since July 2005. As per my contract I am supposed to give 15 days notice when I resign but as per the new Labor Law it is 3 months. Can you confirm what should be the exact notice period? Will I be eligible for indemnity if I resign before completing 5 years?

Name withheld

Answer: It doesn’t matter what your contract says, according to the new Labor Law you are supposed to give a 3-month notice unless it is OK with the company to give a 15-day notice.
Secondly, you will be eligible for indemnity according to the new law and as you have more than 5 years service you will be entitled to two-third of the indemnity.