[cpeterso]

> If they're based in another country they frequently hold on to their employee's passports so that they become virtual prisoners.

This sounds uncannily like H-1B visas. :(

[knight17]

This happens in middle east countries a lot, and applies to many white collar workers too. Unless you are in a really good company/position the employer will keep your passport.

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2013/dec/22/abu-dhabi-migra...