Technical and vocational secondary education

Under MD 229 of 2025, education is a Qualifying Activity. Forensic audit focuses on the curriculum structure; it must lead to a recognized secondary vocational qualification. Income from ancillary services (dormitories, transport) must not exceed the de minimis threshold unless specifically carved out as part of the educational package.

Audit Red Flag

Misclassification of 'Corporate Training' (Excluded) as 'Vocational Secondary Education' (Qualifying) to bypass the 9% rate on B2B professional development services.

Which UAE zones permit this activity?

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