Cancel of a Private School's Permit

This service enables private schools to request approval for cancelling their Educational Services Permit, thereby ceasing all educational activities.

Private Schools

Application: AED 5,000
Knowledge and Innovation: AED 20
Total: AED 5,020

6 working days

1. A signed confirmation from the owner explaining the reasons for closure, including the plan for the school building post-closure.
2. A thorough closure plan detailing how enrolled students will be transferred to other schools.
3. A draft letter to be sent to parents regarding the school’s closure, subject to KHDA’s review and approval.
4. A written commitment from the owner to settle all dues and entitlements of the administrative and teaching staff by the end of the academic year.

1. The school must give at least one full academic year's notice before applying to close the school.
2. KHDA approval must be secured before informing parents and staff, who should be notified at least one academic year prior to the scheduled closure date.
3. The owner must liaise with other schools to ensure students are transferred to alternative schools, and there are enough seats
4. The owner undertakes that the closure process shall not disrupt ongoing educational activities during the current academic year.
5. For branch schools (of international schools) prior approval from the parent, school and KHDA is necessary.
6. After receiving approval, the school must ensure:
   • Completion of education for current students.
   • Resolution of all grievances from parents, students and staff, and fulfilment of any financial obligations arising from these grievances.
   • The operator must settle all obligations with KHDA by the end of the academic year in which the closure occurs.

• Step 1: Apply via the KHDA e-services portal
• Step 2: KHDA reviews the application and notifying the school of the final decision
• Step 3: On approval from the KHDA, an Initial Approval letter will be issued with conditions stipulated as per article 4 of the Administrative Resolution No. (21) of 2023. Concerning the Requirements and Procedures for Ceasing Educational Activity.
• Step 4: KHDA will conducts a verification to confirm the completion of the teach-out process and that no students are currently enrolled at the school.
• Step 5: Pay the fees and ensure all outstanding fees and fines are settled.
• Step 6: The Educational Services Permit will be cancelled.

Note: A No Objection Certificate may be issued upon request for an additional fee of AED 500.