Originally Posted by
UPSFeeder
I agree, passport belongs with me. What if war breaks out between Iran and US? All US citizens would likely be told to evacuate the Middle East, right?
EK - is your friends name Tim S? That is who I interviewed with, and he was very nice. The job sound great, I hope this sticking point about the passport doesn't blow it.
Iran and UAE are two different governments, with two different relationships with the USA (not to mention different languages). UAE and the USA are indeed allies. Without referencing any official documents I think it is safe to say that Iran and the USA are not on the best terms. So back to the question... the US will not evacuate all citizens living in the middle east (A MASSIVE REGION) if a war breaks out in Iran. I guess there is always a what if... and a good reason to insist you don't surrender your passport.