Dubai grants golden visas to exceptional private school teachers

Dubai's private education sector is set to honour its most exceptional educators with Golden Visas, following an announcement by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council. The directive was revealed on Saturday, coinciding with World Teachers' Day, via the Crown Prince's official social media account on platform X.

In his announcement, Sheikh Hamdan acknowledged the vital role educators play in the city’s development. He said, "On World Teachers' Day, we issued directives to grant the Golden Visa to educators who have made outstanding contributions to Dubai's private education sector. We deeply appreciate your efforts in nurturing young minds and instilling the values that will build tomorrow's leaders. You are key partners in shaping Dubai’s future and in achieving the visionary goals of the Education Strategy E33".

This initiative will grant Golden Visas to educators in various educational sectors, including early childhood centres, private schools, and international higher education institutions in Dubai. The recognition is based on several factors, including their academic excellence, contributions to improving the quality of education, positive feedback from the educational community and their efforts in helping students achieve strong academic outcomes and accredited graduation qualifications.

Through this initiative, Dubai aims to attract and retain top educational talent, aligning with the Dubai Education Strategy for the next decade. The plan focuses on fostering lifelong learning and ensuring high educational standards by bringing in exceptional educators who are passionate about shaping the future of education in the emirate.

The Golden Visa, a long-term residency permit, is a significant recognition of educators' work and their contributions to the city's vision of academic excellence. This initiative further strengthens Dubai's position as a global hub for education and innovation while also ensuring that its education system is equipped with skilled professionals to meet future challenges.

By offering this prestigious visa, Dubai aims to solidify its commitment to its educators, recognizing their critical role in preparing future leaders and contributing to the development of a robust and innovative education sector.