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How do I clear a cheque bounce case in Dubai?

Asked by Anonymous·Jun 26, 2026·1 answers
Someone has a bounced cheque case linked to their name in Dubai and wants to know the practical steps to close it.

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Jun 26, 2026
Clearing a bounced cheque matter in Dubai usually means resolving the underlying debt and then ensuring the case file is formally closed. First, identify whether your case is a civil execution file (the most common route since 2022) or a criminal complaint based on bad-faith conduct. For a civil execution file, settling the amount owed — by full payment or an agreed settlement with the cheque holder — is the core step; the holder or their representative then confirms settlement to the execution court so the file can be closed and any enforcement measures lifted. For a criminal complaint, a waiver (drop of complaint) from the beneficiary is typically central to closing the matter. After settlement, obtain written proof and confirm with Dubai Courts that the file shows as closed and that no travel ban or enforcement order remains active against you. Exact procedures and any fees are set by Dubai Courts, so verify them directly. To navigate settlement, drafting a waiver, or court filings, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI.
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