Shiny Davison, principal at The Indian Academy, Dubai, says teachers are excited about the opportunity to obtain a golden visa. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Shiny Davison, principal at The Indian Academy, Dubai, says teachers are excited about the opportunity to obtain a golden visa. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Shiny Davison, principal at The Indian Academy, Dubai, says teachers are excited about the opportunity to obtain a golden visa. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Shiny Davison, principal at The Indian Academy, Dubai, says teachers are excited about the opportunity to obtain a golden visa. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

Golden visas for Dubai teachers to help schools attract and retain top talent


Anam Rizvi
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A Dubai programme to award golden visas to outstanding teachers at private schools is a key step in attracting and retaining top talent, experts said. The move can also help to raise morale in the education sector, which is often marked by high turnover and is facing a global staff shortage.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, who announced the initiative on Saturday, said it would recognise the crucial role teachers played in “shaping young minds” and “nurturing future generations”.

Golden visas, introduced in 2019, are a renewable 10-year residency permit given to people who have made a significant contribution to the country, have highly prized skills or work in key industries that are crucial to economic growth. They will be awarded to teachers in private early childhood centres, schools, and higher education institutions in Dubai. Applications open on October 15.

Head teacher excited to apply

Shiny Davison, principal at the Indian Academy in Dubai, said she would apply for a golden visa. “It motivates teachers,” she said.

“Teaching is not a very highly paid job so, this does come as a motivation and inspiration for teachers. I could see the buzz in my school with everybody talking about this new gesture. Definitely, this adds value.”

Rashmi Nandkeolyar, principal at Delhi Private School Dubai, says giving golden visas to teachers is an 'endorsement of their importance'. Antonie Robertson / The National
Rashmi Nandkeolyar, principal at Delhi Private School Dubai, says giving golden visas to teachers is an 'endorsement of their importance'. Antonie Robertson / The National

Building careers in the UAE

Rashmi Nandkeolyar, principal at Delhi Private School Dubai, said giving golden visas to teachers was an “endorsement of their importance by the government.”

“It will motivate people to stay because they will have stability,” said Ms Nandkeolyar. “I think they will feel valued and teachers will want to stay, and the turnover of staff that we see in Dubai as a general rule will get a little less.

“The provision of a golden visa, we can see historically in the UAE, has given people longevity of service, and a certain confidence in continuing working in UAE, so I think that it will have the same effect for schools. Especially, now that there has been a major education strategy 2033, which is then followed up with this, this immediately gives importance to educators. I think this will really help the education sector.”

Teachers generally relocate to the UAE to advance their careers and experience life in a different country. Many are on short-term contracts of about two years.

A World Bank report in 2019 showed some schools had an annual staff turnover of 30 per cent to 40 per cent at the time.

Boost to efforts to retain staff

Teacher shortages are a global issue, which even high-income countries are struggling with, Unesco said. The global report on teachers revealed a need for 44 million primary and secondary school teachers worldwide by 2030.

Unesco said attrition rates among primary school teachers almost doubled from 4.62 per cent globally in 2015 to 9.06 in 2022, with teachers often leaving the profession within their initial five years.

It not only highlights the importance of our profession but also provides stability and long-term residency options for outstanding educators,” said Lisa Johnson, principal at the American Academy for Girls. “This initiative will undoubtedly enhance Dubai’s ability to attract and retain top educational talent from around the world.

“There is a massive teacher shortage worldwide. In the US, there are so many states that are trying to do emergency certifications because many of the city schools are operating with 25 per cent or more vacancies all year long.

“People just aren't going into education as much as they did in the past. Except for some of the Scandinavian countries, teacher's salaries just don't match up with what somebody would make in business or industry. The pay is much better in the UAE, but it still would not be comparable to what somebody would be making with similar training in industry.”

She said the worldwide teacher shortage meant countries were vying to attract the best teachers. “The introduction of the golden visa in Dubai is a clear statement from this city that it values education and acknowledges the hard work and achievement of educators,” she said.

Lisa Johnson, principal at the American Academy for Girls, says the worldwide teacher shortage means countries are vying for the best talent. Photo: American Academy for Girls
Lisa Johnson, principal at the American Academy for Girls, says the worldwide teacher shortage means countries are vying for the best talent. Photo: American Academy for Girls

What is the eligibility criteria?

Teachers in Dubai who have made an outstanding contribution to the emirate's private education sector will be eligible for golden visas. School principals and leaders are eligible for golden visas and will need to demonstrate that they have improved the school's rating to good or better in the Dubai Schools Inspections Bureau annual inspections. They will also need to demonstrate that they have been able to either maintain or further improve this rating.

Heads of institutions will also need to provide evidence of improved pupil's outcomes, positive feedback from parents and pupils, and recognition through grants or fellowships.

Teachers at early childhood centres, schools and higher education institutions may be eligible for the golden visa but have to meet some criteria.

Teachers will need to be nominated by the principal with the board of governors’ approval. They will need to show evidence of pupil's success in internal and external examinations and demonstrate any innovative contributions to education, as well as proven success in raising the quality of education at their institutions.

They will also need to show that they have created a positive impact at the school and gained recognition from the wider education community through an award, grant, or fellowship.

Teachers will need to provide evidence of positive feedback from pupils, parents and school leadership and must have contributed to the school community or the wider community through educational or social initiatives.

Teachers also have to provide evidence of success in improving the academic performance of Emirati pupils. Faculty at higher education institutions will need to provide evidence of contributions to research, including published research in reputable journals, research grants and collaborations.

Top Dubai schools – in pictures

  • Pupils in the garden at Dubai British School, which has been ranked as outstanding by the KHDA. Antonie Robertson / The National
    Pupils in the garden at Dubai British School, which has been ranked as outstanding by the KHDA. Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Victory Heights Primary School in Sports City has been steadily improving over the years. Pawan Singh / The National
    Victory Heights Primary School in Sports City has been steadily improving over the years. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Founded in 2015, Dubai British School Jumeirah Park is one of the leading schools in the city. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Founded in 2015, Dubai British School Jumeirah Park is one of the leading schools in the city. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The Gems Wellington International School in Al Sufouh offers both the UK curriculum and the International Baccalaureate diploma programme. Lee Hoagland / The National
    The Gems Wellington International School in Al Sufouh offers both the UK curriculum and the International Baccalaureate diploma programme. Lee Hoagland / The National
  • The Dubai British School at Emirates Hills. Jeffrey E. Birteng / The National
    The Dubai British School at Emirates Hills. Jeffrey E. Birteng / The National
  • Jumeirah English Speaking School at Al Safa 1 in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
    Jumeirah English Speaking School at Al Safa 1 in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Pupils open their A-Level results at Gems Jumeirah College, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Pupils open their A-Level results at Gems Jumeirah College, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The Nord Anglia International School Dubai. Photo: Nord Anglia International School Dubai
    The Nord Anglia International School Dubai. Photo: Nord Anglia International School Dubai
  • Dubai English Speaking School, one of the oldest in the country, established in 1963. Ruel Pableo for The National
    Dubai English Speaking School, one of the oldest in the country, established in 1963. Ruel Pableo for The National
  • Repton School in Dubai, founded in 2007. Photo: Repton Dubai
    Repton School in Dubai, founded in 2007. Photo: Repton Dubai
  • Gems Modern Academy at Nad Al Sheba 3 is the only Indian school rated outstanding in the city. Victor Besa/ The National.
    Gems Modern Academy at Nad Al Sheba 3 is the only Indian school rated outstanding in the city. Victor Besa/ The National.
  • Deira International School is among those ranked as outstanding by Dubai's education authority. Photo: Deira International School
    Deira International School is among those ranked as outstanding by Dubai's education authority. Photo: Deira International School
  • Safa Community School is one of three schools added to the list of those recognised as outstanding by Dubai's education authority. Photo: Safa Community School
    Safa Community School is one of three schools added to the list of those recognised as outstanding by Dubai's education authority. Photo: Safa Community School
  • Kings' School in Al Barsha also achieved the coveted outstanding grade. Antonie Robertson/The National
    Kings' School in Al Barsha also achieved the coveted outstanding grade. Antonie Robertson/The National
  • Kings' School Dubai is among the most highly rated in the city. Photo: Kings' School Dubai
    Kings' School Dubai is among the most highly rated in the city. Photo: Kings' School Dubai
  • Dubai International Academy in Al Barsha. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Dubai International Academy in Al Barsha. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Dubai International Academy in Emirates Hills is also on the list of outstanding schools.
    Dubai International Academy in Emirates Hills is also on the list of outstanding schools.
  • Pupils at Gems Dubai American Academy, the only American curriculum school to be ranked outstanding. Reem Mohammed/The National
    Pupils at Gems Dubai American Academy, the only American curriculum school to be ranked outstanding. Reem Mohammed/The National
  • The Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou school, in Oud Metha, was another new name added to Dubai's most highly ranked schools. Pawan Singh / The National
    The Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou school, in Oud Metha, was another new name added to Dubai's most highly ranked schools. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Dubai College in Al Sufouh, Dubai. Photo: Dubai College
    Dubai College in Al Sufouh, Dubai. Photo: Dubai College
  • Football training at the Dubai English Speaking College in Academic City. Pawan Singh / The National
    Football training at the Dubai English Speaking College in Academic City. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Gems Jumeirah Primary School was also ranked among the outstanding schools in Dubai.
    Gems Jumeirah Primary School was also ranked among the outstanding schools in Dubai.
  • Horizon English School and Horizon International School were also ranking high among Dubai schools.
    Horizon English School and Horizon International School were also ranking high among Dubai schools.

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Director: Matty Brown

Stars: Nadine Labaki, Ziad Bakri, Zain Al Rafeea, Riman Al Rafeea

Rating: 2.5/5

From Europe to the Middle East, economic success brings wealth - and lifestyle diseases

A rise in obesity figures and the need for more public spending is a familiar trend in the developing world as western lifestyles are adopted.

One in five deaths around the world is now caused by bad diet, with obesity the fastest growing global risk. A high body mass index is also the top cause of metabolic diseases relating to death and disability in Kuwait,  Qatar and Oman – and second on the list in Bahrain.

In Britain, heart disease, lung cancer and Alzheimer’s remain among the leading causes of death, and people there are spending more time suffering from health problems.

The UK is expected to spend $421.4 billion on healthcare by 2040, up from $239.3 billion in 2014.

And development assistance for health is talking about the financial aid given to governments to support social, environmental development of developing countries.

 

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Starring: Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Anthony Ramos

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What is type-1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is a genetic and unavoidable condition, rather than the lifestyle-related type 2 diabetes.

It occurs mostly in people under 40 and a result of the pancreas failing to produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugars.

Too much or too little blood sugar can result in an attack where sufferers lose consciousness in serious cases.

Being overweight or obese increases the chances of developing the more common type 2 diabetes.

Heavily-sugared soft drinks slip through the tax net

Some popular drinks with high levels of sugar and caffeine have slipped through the fizz drink tax loophole, as they are not carbonated or classed as an energy drink.

Arizona Iced Tea with lemon is one of those beverages, with one 240 millilitre serving offering up 23 grams of sugar - about six teaspoons.

A 680ml can of Arizona Iced Tea costs just Dh6.

Most sports drinks sold in supermarkets were found to contain, on average, five teaspoons of sugar in a 500ml bottle.

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Ten tax points to be aware of in 2026

1. Domestic VAT refund amendments: request your refund within five years

If a business does not apply for the refund on time, they lose their credit.

2. E-invoicing in the UAE

Businesses should continue preparing for the implementation of e-invoicing in the UAE, with 2026 a preparation and transition period ahead of phased mandatory adoption. 

3. More tax audits

Tax authorities are increasingly using data already available across multiple filings to identify audit risks. 

4. More beneficial VAT and excise tax penalty regime

Tax disputes are expected to become more frequent and more structured, with clearer administrative objection and appeal processes. The UAE has adopted a new penalty regime for VAT and excise disputes, which now mirrors the penalty regime for corporate tax.

5. Greater emphasis on statutory audit

There is a greater need for the accuracy of financial statements. The International Financial Reporting Standards standards need to be strictly adhered to and, as a result, the quality of the audits will need to increase.

6. Further transfer pricing enforcement

Transfer pricing enforcement, which refers to the practice of establishing prices for internal transactions between related entities, is expected to broaden in scope. The UAE will shortly open the possibility to negotiate advance pricing agreements, or essentially rulings for transfer pricing purposes. 

7. Limited time periods for audits

Recent amendments also introduce a default five-year limitation period for tax audits and assessments, subject to specific statutory exceptions. While the standard audit and assessment period is five years, this may be extended to up to 15 years in cases involving fraud or tax evasion. 

8. Pillar 2 implementation 

Many multinational groups will begin to feel the practical effect of the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT), the UAE's implementation of the OECD’s global minimum tax under Pillar 2. While the rules apply for financial years starting on or after January 1, 2025, it is 2026 that marks the transition to an operational phase.

9. Reduced compliance obligations for imported goods and services

Businesses that apply the reverse-charge mechanism for VAT purposes in the UAE may benefit from reduced compliance obligations. 

10. Substance and CbC reporting focus

Tax authorities are expected to continue strengthening the enforcement of economic substance and Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting frameworks. In the UAE, these regimes are increasingly being used as risk-assessment tools, providing tax authorities with a comprehensive view of multinational groups’ global footprints and enabling them to assess whether profits are aligned with real economic activity. 

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Director: Stephen Gaghan

Stars: Robert Downey Jr, Michael Sheen

One-and-a-half out of five stars

Who's who in Yemen conflict

Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government

Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council

Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south

Habrish 'rebels': Tribal-backed forces feuding with STC over control of oil in government territory

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Stan Wawrinka v Pablo Carreno Busta, 5pm
Milos Raonic v Dominic Thiem, no earlier then 7pm

December 29 - semi-finals
Rafael Nadal v Stan Wawrinka / Pablo Carreno Busta, 5pm
Novak Djokovic v Milos Raonic / Dominic Thiem, no earlier then 7pm

December 30
3rd/4th place play-off, 5pm
Final, 7pm

Classification of skills

A worker is categorised as skilled by the MOHRE based on nine levels given in the International Standard Classification of Occupations (ISCO) issued by the International Labour Organisation. 

A skilled worker would be someone at a professional level (levels 1 – 5) which includes managers, professionals, technicians and associate professionals, clerical support workers, and service and sales workers.

The worker must also have an attested educational certificate higher than secondary or an equivalent certification, and earn a monthly salary of at least Dh4,000. 

Updated: October 09, 2024, 12:28 PM