Golden Visa

Early Childhood Educators

For the Golden route, a KHDA nomination for distinguished educators. Other early-childhood teachers qualify for the 5-year Green Visa as skilled employees from AED 15,000 with a bachelor's degree.

At a glance

RouteGolden Visa (10 years)
Key requirementFor the Golden route, a KHDA nomination for distinguished educators. Other early-childhood teachers qualify for the 5-year Green Visa as skilled employees from AED 15,000 with a bachelor's degree.
LicenceA valid UAE teaching licence (KHDA in Dubai, or the Ministry of Education), with an attested degree and teaching qualification.

Source: KHDA — Knowledge and Human Development Authority · last verified 2026-07-09

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can early-childhood teachers get the UAE Golden Visa?

Distinguished early-childhood educators can be nominated by KHDA in Dubai for the 10-year Golden Visa. Others qualify for the 5-year Green Visa as skilled employees. A valid teaching licence is required either way.