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Education licence in the UAE

Training institutes, e-learning and academic institutions. Non-accredited corporate training is straightforward; anything awarding recognised qualifications requires accreditation from the UAE higher-education authorities and is measured in many months.

What to know first

  • Accreditation is separate from, and far slower than, the free zone licence.
  • Teaching staff require individual permits.
  • Curriculum content is subject to approval.

Suitable free zones

DKP

Dubai

Training providers, HR consultancies and professional development.

Est. from
≈ AED 22,000
Setup
10–30 d
Max visas
∞

DIAC

Dubai

Degree-granting institutions and international university branch campuses.

Est. from
≈ AED 28,000
Setup
30–90 d
Max visas
∞

RAKEZ

Ras Al Khaimah

The best balance of price, breadth and credibility outside Dubai.

From
AED 6,000
Setup
2–7 d
Max visas
∞

100% remote setup

Your licence category decides your tax rate. Worth a conversation before you incorporate.

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