thanks again for the replies and USAExpert, thanks for the reassurances. I have to say pregnancy hormones coupled with anxieties of the unknown is not a pleasant combination.
I guess once we know if we will accept offer then I will call Al Ahli to see what our options are. Really hope its not an issue as our other alternative is for me to stay in Dubai and give birth here with the possibility of my husband not being here in time ... couldn't cope with that at all.

Thanks again