The program is designed to further develop the skills required to become a successful tour guide in Sharjah. It builds on knowledge of Sharjah’s history and tourist attractions and enables licensed guides from other Emirates to obtain authorization to conduct tours in Sharjah.

Licensed tour guides holding a valid tour guide license from another Emirate (excluding Sharjah) , and meet SCTDA requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Applicants must hold a High School Certificate or an equivalent qualification ats a minimum.

Applicants must be proficient in either Arabic or English, and at least one additional foreign language.

Valid passport, Emirates ID, residency visa (for non-Emiratis), personal photo, high school certificate, good conduct certificate, tour guide license from another Emirate, and any applicable exemption letters.

Yes. The training fee is AED 2,120.50. However, the fee does not Emirati citizens , sons of Emirati mothers and Sharjah government employees.

Yes, provided they submit a fee exemption letter from their employer, if applicable.

Yes. Applicants must be legally residing and permitted to work in the UAE.

No. Meeting the requirements does not automatically guarantee issuance, renewal, or continuation of a license. All applications are subject to SCTDA’s review and approval procedures.

Yes. Applicants must successfully complete the training programs approved by the SCTDA.

For assistance, contact us through the following: Email: iptd@sharjahtourism.ae | Mobile: 0529651208 | Telephone: 06 519 0590 Important Note: Applicants may be required to submit additional documents or meet further conditions determined by the Authority. Compliance with all applicable regulations is mandatory.