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Bounced cheque consequence checker

Free UAE calculator. Post-2022 reforms decriminalised most bounced cheques but kept fines and partial-payment obligations.

Partial payment

AED 30,000

Remaining due

AED 20,000

Criminal

No

  • The bank must pay the available balance and stamp the cheque "Partially Paid".
  • The unpaid portion is enforceable as an executory instrument — payee can apply to the execution court for direct collection without a separate civil suit.
  • Civil interest typically accrues at 9% from the date of refusal.
  • Without fraudulent intent, the case is civil only post-2022 — no automatic criminal action.

How this calculator works

  1. Enter the inputs above. Provide the figures the calculator asks for — wages, dates, contract type, etc. We use only the values you enter; nothing leaves your browser.
  2. We apply the UAE-law rule. Bounced cheque consequence checker runs the formula defined by the relevant UAE statute. The math follows the official text, not a third-party shortcut.
  3. Read the result and the breakdown. The headline number is shown alongside any caps, eligibility flags, and step-by-step working so you can verify the figure against your contract or the law.
  4. Take next steps. If the result confirms a right or obligation you want to act on, talk to a UAE-licensed lawyer through the link below or browse the Q&A library for follow-up questions.

Information, not legal advice. This calculator is for orientation only. Specific situations vary — consult a UAE-licensed lawyer for advice on your matter.

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