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How to Get an Education Continuation Certificate in Dubai

Request a KHDA-attested certificate confirming a student is currently enrolled at a Dubai private school.

Family & schools · Reviewed 7 October 2026

The short answer

An education continuation certificate is KHDA-attested proof that a student is currently enrolled in a Dubai private school. It is not a leaving certificate or a full history of past enrolment.

What to do

1. Confirm what the recipient needs

Ask whether the request is for current enrolment, academic history, grades or school leaving; KHDA provides separate services.

2. Check the student’s KHDA record

KHDA requires the student to be registered in its system. Ask the school to correct missing or outdated enrolment information first.

3. Apply through the official service

The student or parent/guardian can use the KHDA service with the identity and school information requested.

4. Verify the electronic certificate

Check the student name, school and current-enrolment statement before submission to an embassy, employer or other organisation.

Important: Do not use an old continuation certificate to represent a student’s current status after a school change.

Official source and review note

Dubai Daily Guide reviewed this article on 7 October 2026 against KHDA — Education Continuation Certificate ↗. Check the live service before acting because eligibility, documents, fees and processing steps can change.

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