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Requesting Subject Exemption Due to Special Cases

Service Details

Service Description

This service enables schools to request an exemption for a student from studying a specific subject due to exceptional circumstances (academic challenges or health conditions) for KHDA’s review and consideration.

Customer base

Private Schools

Service fees

No fees

Service timeline

15 working days

Service channels

Required documents

  • An academic level assessment of the student.
  • A medical report issued by authorised medical entities within the UAE.
  • A report from the school administration detailing the student’s case and justifying the exemption request.

The process

  • Step 1: The school submits the exemption service request, including the academic assessment or medical diagnosis from an authorised entity in the UAE, with a clear explanation for the exemption.
  • Step 2: KHDA reviews and audits the request to ensure all required documents are submitted. Additional documents may be requested if necessary.
  • Step 3: Once approved, the exemption is processed and recorded on the KHDA system.
Page last updated 15 October 2025