Overview
- Acting on directives from Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan, Dubai conferred long-term residency to outstanding teachers and academic staff across the emirate.
- First-round recipients totaled 223, comprising 157 from schools, 60 from universities and six from early childhood centres.
- The selection committee approved 51% of 435 applicants after reviewing qualifications, achievements, community impact and stakeholder feedback.
- The next application window runs from October 15 to December 15 for educators in private early childhood centres, schools and international higher education institutions in Dubai.
- Evaluations excluded nationality, gender and years of experience to ensure fairness, and the initiative aligns with the Education 33 strategy to attract and retain top teaching talent through renewable 10-year visas.