The family’s anticipated holiday turned into a nightmare as they had to leave Dubai within three days of their arrival
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The man’s body was repatriated following the completion of all necessary formalities, and his funeral was held last week
Dubai: In a tragic turn of events, an Indian expatriate, who had been living in the UAE for over 15 years, passed away from a heart attack on the very day his family arrived in Dubai to visit him for the first time.
The man, whose excitement was palpable as he eagerly anticipated his family’s arrival, had saved diligently to bring them to Dubai. According to social worker Ashraf Thamarassery, the expatriate had meticulously planned various activities to make their visit memorable. “He was overjoyed to finally have his family visit. Despite living here for over 15 years, he had never had the chance to share his life in Dubai with them,” Ashraf shared.
“It was heart-wrenching to witness the family, who had looked forward to a joyous vacation, have their happiness shattered so abruptly.”
— Social Worker Ashraf Thamarassery
Sadly, the joyous reunion was cut short. After picking up his family from the airport and sharing a meal at home, the man suddenly experienced severe chest pain. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he could not be saved.
The family’s anticipated holiday turned into a nightmare as they had to leave Dubai within three days of their arrival. The man’s body was repatriated following the completion of all necessary formalities, and his funeral was held last week.
“It was heart-wrenching to witness the family, who had looked forward to a joyous vacation, have their happiness shattered so abruptly,” Ashraf said somberly.
When an expatriate dies in the UAE, the family must navigate a series of official procedures. They must inform the authorities to obtain an initial death report. The body is then moved to the morgue, where a death certificate declaration is issued. This document requires stamping by the police, followed by the issuance of a no objection certificate (NOC). Additional formalities are required if the family wishes to repatriate the body.
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