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New fees fact sheet for Dubai private schools to benefit parents

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3 years ago

April 7, 2022

A new resource that will provide comprehensive and reliable information about fees private schools may charge has been introduced by Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

Parents across Dubai will benefit from the School Fees Fact Sheet.

In addition to mandatory tuition fees, the fact sheet will include details of other verified fees that parents could pay during an academic year, such as transportation, extra-curricular activities, school trips and books. Parents will be able to access a fact sheet for every private school in Dubai.

During the first phase, the fact sheets will be implemented by schools starting their academic year in April this year, covering parents of more than 81,000 students across 35 schools in Dubai.

Schools starting their academic year in September 2022 will get access to the service before the close of the current academic year.

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The fact sheet will also include information on discounts and scholarships given by each school, if applicable.

Dr Abdulla Al Karam, director-general of KHDA, said, “Dubai is committed to supporting an environment that enables parents, students and schools to engage with each other and make choices based on clear information.

Through the School Fees Fact Sheet, parents can understand a school’s complete fee structure at a glance. This will help them make better decisions about their children’s schooling. When there’s transparency on fees, both parents and schools can better focus on children’s growth. We’re grateful to private schools in Dubai for their support in making the fact sheets accessible to their parent communities.”

Staff Reporter

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Motorist alert: Dubai RTA announces weekend road closures on Emirates Road

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1 hour ago

May 2, 2025

Michael Gomes

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced temporary road closures on Friday, February 21, 2025, due to ongoing maintenance and rehabilitation works.

Drivers are also being warned about weekend traffic delays on Emirates Road towards Sharjah. The affected area is between Dubai-Al Ain Road and the Al Amardhi–Al Awir Road intersection.

The delays are expected every weekend from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, and will continue until August 30, 2025.

Motorists are advised to plan their routes in advance and allow extra travel time to avoid getting stuck in traffic. The RTA also encourages road users to stay updated through its official channels for any changes.

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Tax-free salary, travel and other perks: Emirates is hiring 1,500 flying crew

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2 hours ago

May 2, 2025

Michael Gomes

On World Pilots’ Day, Emirates celebrated the strength and dedication of its pilots while announcing major recruitment plans as part of its global growth strategy.

The Dubai-based airline reaffirmed its commitment to hire over 1,500 new pilots in the next two years, expanding its 4,600-strong flight crew team.

As part of this expansion, Emirates is actively seeking experienced aviators across four key programmes: Direct Entry Captains, Accelerated Command, First Officers Type Rated, and First Officers Non-Type Rated.

The airline’s Accelerated Command Programme, which fast-tracks First Officers to Captain roles, is already proving successful. More than 80 pilots are currently on track for the upgrade.

Its global recruitment roadshow is visiting over 40 cities, with upcoming stops in Norway, Finland, and Sweden this May, following recent sessions in Italy.

Pilots joining Emirates will fly one of the world’s youngest and most modern fleets, including the Airbus A380, Boeing 777, and the new A350. With a network covering 148 destinations across six continents, Emirates pilots enjoy some of the most scenic flight routes in the industry, from cityscapes like San Francisco and Sydney to natural wonders like the Himalayas and the aurora borealis.

In addition to tax-free salaries, Emirates offers profit sharing, a world-class provident fund, life and health insurance, and retirement benefits.

Business

Missed your corporate tax? UAE waives penalties for late filers

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22 hours ago

May 1, 2025

Michael Gomes

Businesses in the UAE that missed the deadline to register for corporate tax have been given a welcome break. A new decision by the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) waives administrative penalties for those who missed the registration deadline, as long as they meet specific conditions.

To benefit from the waiver, companies must submit their corporate tax returns or annual statements within seven months of their first tax period, in line with the UAE Corporate Tax Law.

Even better, businesses that already paid fines, but now meet the new conditions, will be eligible for refunds, according to the FTA.

This Cabinet-approved move aims to support businesses during the first year of corporate tax implementation, giving them more flexibility to comply with the new rules without facing hefty penalties.

Who’s Eligible?

Companies or exempt entities that missed the registration deadline
Must file their tax return or annual statement within 7 months of their first tax period

Why It Matters

The waiver reflects the UAE’s intention to ease the transition into the new corporate tax regime and encourage businesses to regularise their status without fear of penalties.

(Source: Wam)