{
  "id": 12202967,
  "title": "Dubai's Golden Visa scheme rewards outstanding educators on World Teachers' Day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/dubais-golden-visa-scheme-rewards-outstanding-educators-on-world",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T17:53:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/10/05/dubais-golden-visa-scheme-rewards-outstanding-educators-on-world-teachers-day/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A Golden Visa scheme in Dubai is rewarding exceptional educators on World Teachers Day, according to wire material. The annual program, launched by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, grants long-term residency to high-performing teachers in private schools, universities, and early childhood centers. Since its inception on October 5, 2024, over 835 applicants have applied for the visa.\n\nCandidates undergo a thorough evaluation based on academic qualifications, achievements, contributions to education and the community, and positive feedback from various stakeholders. The scheme is part of Dubai's Education 33 strategy, which aims to attract skilled educators who enhance students' learning experiences and bolster the emirate's competitiveness globally.\n\nTo qualify, applicants must work in a private educational institution and exhibit outstanding academic abilities or creative contributions to education. They must also demonstrate a proven track record of improving educational quality and positively impacting learning outcomes, such as student progress and attainment of accredited qualifications. Further information about eligibility and the application process can be found on the Knowledge and Human Development Authority website.",
  "summary": "Hundreds of educators across private schools and universities in Dubai are benefiting from a Golden Visa drive recognising exceptional teaching. The annual programme, which was launched under the directive of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, grants long-term residency to high-performing teachers and educators working in private…",
  "key_points": [
    "Dubai's Golden Visa rewards top educators on World Teachers Day.",
    "Over 835 applicants have applied since October 5, 2024.",
    "Scheme part of Dubai's Education 33 strategy to attract skilled educators."
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Dubai's Golden Visa scheme rewards outstanding educators on World Teachers' Day",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/dubais-golden-visa-scheme-rewards-outstanding-educators-on-world-12204053",
        "published": "2026-10-05T17:53:57.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}