Tour Guiding for Special Course

This program aims at developing the skills required to be a successful tour guide. It honours the principles of tour guiding, including information about the history and tourist attractions of Sharjah in order to deliver a memorable journey for visitors. Participants will achieve an official license to conduct valid tours in Sharjah on completion.

Tour guides

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  1. 1
    Sign in account / UAE PASS

    Sign in with UAE PASS or create an account with your email.

  2. 2
    Complete application form

    Provide your details, contacts, and company information.

  3. 3
    Upload required documents

    Upload all required documents with application

  4. 4
    SCTDA review

    SCTDA reviews your application and may request additional information.

  5. 5
    Take Exam

    Once approved, you can take online exam.

  6. 6
    Get License

    Once you successfully pass the exam, you will get your license.

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1. Applicants must be over 18 and only for Emiratis

2. Applicants must have a valid license issued for Sharjah

2. Copy of valid passport

4. Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only)

5. Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only)

6. Copy of national ID (front and back)

7. Personal photograph with white background

8. Educational qualifications

9. Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months

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Workshops and Licensing Free No workshop or license fee applies for special course

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  • Copy of valid passport [Public services_Mandatory]
  • Copy of residency visa for non-Emiratis [Public services_Mandatory]
  • Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only) [Public services_Mandatory]
  • Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only) [Public services_Mandatory]
  • Copy of national ID (front and back) [Public services_Mandatory]
  • Personal photograph with white background [Public services_Mandatory]
  • Educational qualifications [Public services_Mandatory]
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months [Public services_Mandatory]

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Tour guides

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Processing time is typically 5–10 working days after all required documents are submitted. An email confirmation will be sent when your application is approved.