The applicant must be a permanent resident in Dubai, and meet financial eligibility conditions
Dubai announced on Saturday, October 5, that exceptional teachers who have contributed significantly to the emirate's private education sector will be granted Golden Visas. On Sunday, Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced that the applications for the Golden Visa will open on October 15, 2024.
These long-term residence visas will be granted to educators working in early childhood centres, private schools, and international higher education institutions.
This initiative recognises educators who have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to shaping Dubai's future through education. The Golden Visa reflects the emirate's dedication to fostering talent, investing in human capital, and celebrating the educators who inspire and empower future generations.
Educators in early childhood centres, schools, and higher education institutions may be eligible for the Golden Visa based on the following criteria:
Following are the eligibility criteria for ECC managers, principals, and academic heads of higher education institutions.
Qualifications (For HEI only): Must have an advanced degree (e.g. PhD, professional doctorate, master’s) or relevant professional qualifications (e.g. CPA, professional fellowships).
DSIB rating (For principals only):
Research contribution (For HEI only): Must provide evidence of contributions to research, including published research in reputable journals, research grants and collaborations, consultative reports, or creative work/exhibitions.
Student success: Must provide clear evidence of improved student outcomes, including academic progress, and graduation outcomes.
Leadership impact and feedback: Positive feedback from students, parents, staff, and other stakeholders about the principal's leadership and the overall school environment.
Recognition and awards: Must have received a prestigious education award, either:
Support of key student groups: Demonstrate clear, measurable improvements in:
Nomination from the board of governors: Must receive a formal nomination from the school’s board of governors, citing exceptional leadership and specific reasons for the nomination.
Community work: Demonstrate positive contribution to the wider community through educational projects, partnerships, or social initiatives.
Teachers from schools and nurseries, and faculty of higher education institutions are eligible for the Golden Visa based on the following criteria:
Qualifications (For HEI only): Must have an advanced degree (e.g. PhD, professional doctorate, master’s) or relevant professional qualifications (e.g. CPA, professional fellowships).
Professional excellence:
The teacher must provide the following:
Faculty of higher education institutions must provide:
Support of key student groups: The teacher must provide evidence of the following:
Recognition and awards: Must have received a prestigious education award, either:
Community work: Must have contributed to the school community or the wider community through educational or social initiatives.
Schools, ECCs, and HEIs can nominate eligible staff members who meet the above criteria.
Required documents
Candidates must submit:
Applications will be evaluated by a dedicated committee
ajanta@khaleejtimes.com
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