The United Arab Emirates was not recognising UK higher education qualifications
Trade barrier summary
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) did not recognise UK higher education qualifications from institutions in UAE Freezones, uniformly. The UAE has now produced clear guidance and put in place support for UK Universities applying for the accreditation process. As a result, UK Higher Education Institutions based in UAE freezones have a clear path to accreditation, and qualifications from these institutions are now recognised by the UAE.
Sectors affected
Resolved
Yes - January 2023
Date reported
25 April 2019
Last updated
21 November 2023
Public ID
PID-9L4569
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