This service enables private schools to obtain KHDA approval for programmes and activities they plan to conduct during the academic year.

Private Schools

Application: AED 500 annually
Knowledge and Innovation: AED 20
Total: AED 520

3 working days

No Objection Certificate or approval letter from the relevant authority (if required)

1. The KHDA Educational Services Permit and the school’s license must be valid at the time of submitting the application for this service.
2. All approved activities must be in line with the Executive Council Resolution No. (2) of 2017 Regulating Private Schools in the Emirate of Dubai.
3. Activities must not conflict with the UAE’s culture, traditions and/or the principles of Islam, nor promote any other religion.
4. All non-educational and extra-curricular activities must be optional for students.
5. In case there are amendments to the approved activities, like the date or the activity itself, the school must submit a new request specifying the amendments.
6. Third-party providers must be approved and licensed by the respective government authorities to conduct the relevant activities.
7. The school must ensure that all relevant aspects, including, but not limited to, health and safety, are in place, and remains responsible for them regardless of whether the activity is conducted directly by the school or through a third party.
8. If an activity or event involves collecting donations for charitable purposes, the school must attach an approval letter issued by the Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities in Dubai
9. Schools must follow KHDA Guidelines for School Trips and Events published on the KHDA website.
10. Schools intending to organise events or activities that involve performing the national anthem of another country, raising flags of foreign nations, or displaying images or symbols of foreign leaders or figures must apply for an exemption from the Ministry of Education. This is done by completing the dedicated form, in accordance with Circular No. (1) of 2022, and emailing it to rpc@khda.gov.ae.

• Step 1: Submit the application via the KHDA e-services portal.
• Step 2: KHDA reviews the request.
• Step 3: Pay the activity/programme approval fee once all required conditions are met.
• Step 4: Once approved, the official approval for the programme or activity is issued.