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Tour Guide Training
SCTDA tour guiding programs offer an opportunity to attain an official tour guide license from the Emirate of Sharjah after successfully completing the training program offered in Arabic and English as per the approved tour guide law by executive council (Decision 13 of 2022) of the Emirate of Sharjah.
SCTDA aims to give tourists visiting the Emirate of Sharjah an authentic Emirati experience with the support of the licensed tour guides.
Tour Guide Training Programs
Tour guiding for Beginners
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Target Audience
Anyone without a tour guide license from another emirate including Sharjah
Language
Arabic / English
Requirements
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Copy of residency visa for non-Emiratis
  • Copy of family book (Emiratis only)
  • Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of national ID (front and back)
  • Personal photograph with white background
  • Updated CV
  • Educational qualifications
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months
  • Applicants must be over 18
course brief
This program aims at developing the skills required to be a successful tour guide, principles of tour guiding including information about the history and tourist attractions of Sharjah in order to deliver a memorable journey for visitor. Participants will achieve an official license to conduct valid tours in Sharjah on completion.
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Al Jawhara Women empowerment tour guiding for beginners
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Target Audience
Female of all nationalities without a tour guide license from another emirate including Sharjah
Language
English
Requirements
  • Copy of valid Passport
  • Copy of residency visa for non-Emirati
  • Copy of family book for Emirati only
  • Copy of birth certificate for children of Emirati mothers only
  • Copy of mother’s passport of children of Emirati mothers only
  • Copy of national ID (front and back)
  • Personal photograph with White background
  • Updated CV
  • Educational qualifications
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months
  • Applicants must be over 18
course brief
Focusing on offering an overarching knowledge of Sharjah, this program aims at developing the skills required to be a successful female tour guide, including several workshops such as Leadership in Tourism, Entrepreneurship, history and tourist attractions of Sharjah in order to take visitors on a memorable journey. This program is a female only course dedicated to empowering women in tourism. Trainees will achieve an official license to conduct valid tours in Sharjah on completion.
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Tour Guiding – Renewal / Refresher
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Target Audience
Tour guides with expired licenses from Sharjah
Language
Arabic / English
Requirements
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Copy of residency visa for non-Emiratis
  • Copy of family book (Emiratis only)
  • Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of national ID (front and back)
  • Personal photograph with white background
  • Updated CV
  • Educational qualifications
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months
  • Applicants must be over 18
course brief
Renewal is offered annually by SCTDA for tour guides with SCTDA expired licenses. The training program is a recap of skills, information and updates on Sharjah destinations and attractions.
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Advanced tour guiding
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Target Audience
Anyone holding a valid license from any other emirate but Sharjah
Language
Arabic / English
Requirements
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Copy of residency visa for non-Emiratis
  • Copy of family book (Emiratis only)
  • Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of national ID (front and back)
  • Personal photograph with white background
  • Updated CV
  • Educational qualifications
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months
  • Applicants must be over 18
course brief
Aimed at further developing the skills required to be a successful tour guide in Sharjah, this training builds on the history and tourist attractions of Sharjah and provides licensed guides from other Emirates with an official license to conduct valid tours in Sharjah
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Explore history with Rehlati with Sharjah Museums Authority
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Target Audience
Emirati tour guides with a valid license from Sharjah
Language
Arabic
Requirements
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Copy of family book (Emiratis only)
  • Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of national ID (front and back)
  • Copy of valid Sharjah tour guide license
  • Personal photograph with white background
  • Updated CV
  • Educational qualifications
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months
  • Applicants must be over 18
course brief
The Emirate of Sharjah’s rapid growth in diversified destinations, known for their rich culture, Islamic history and the purity of heritage prompted SCTDA’s vision that alongside this growth, a specialized unit of Emirati tour guides with expert knowledge on distinct topics would be an invaluable asset. From this vision, grew Rehlati specialized tour guiding programs - the channel through which tourists visiting Sharjah will gain unforgettable memories. In collaboration with Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA), this training will provide an overview of all SMA museums and activities. After successfully completing the training program, tour guides will receive a REHLATI specialized license.
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Explore the desert with Rehlati with Mleiha Archaeological Centre
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Target Audience
Emirati tour guides with a valid license from Sharjah
Language
Arabic
Requirements
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Copy of family book (Emiratis only)
  • Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of national ID (front and back)
  • Copy of valid Sharjah tour guide license
  • Personal photograph with white background
  • Updated CV
  • Educational qualifications
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months
  • Applicants must be over 18
course brief
From this vision, grew Rehlati specialized tour guiding programs - the channel through which tourists visiting Sharjah will gain unforgettable memories. The Emirate of Sharjah’s rapid growth in diversified destinations, known for their rich culture, Islamic history and the purity of heritage prompted SCTDA’s vision that alongside this growth, a specialized unit of Emirati tour guides with expert knowledge on distinct topics would be an invaluable asset. In collaboration with Mleiha Archaeological Centre, this training will uncover the archaeological and historical journey of Mleiha, starting from the Palaeolithic period and all the periods and ages leading to modern day Mleiha. After successfully completing the training program, tour guides will receive a REHLATI specialized license
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Explore nature with Rehlati with the Environment and Protected Areas Authority
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Target Audience
Emirati tour guides with a valid license from Sharjah
Language
Arabic
Requirements
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Copy of family book (Emiratis only)
  • Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of national ID (front and back)
  • Copy of valid Sharjah tour guide license
  • Personal photograph with white background
  • Updated CV
  • Educational qualifications
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months
  • Applicants must be over 18
course brief
The Emirate of Sharjah’s rapid growth in diversified destinations, known for their rich culture, Islamic history and purity of heritage prompted SCTDA’s vision that alongside this growth, a specialized unit of Emirati tour guides with expert knowledge on distinct topics would be an invaluable asset. From this vision, grew Rehlati specialized tour guiding programs - the channel through which tourists visiting Sharjah will gain unforgettable memories. In collaboration with the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), this training will explore sustainable tourism and preservation efforts in Sharjah. Encompassing all the centers under EPAA, tour guides will receive training in details of ecological and sustainable efforts being conducted to preserve local and endangered animals and the flora and fauna of Sharjah. After successfully completing the training program, tour guides will receive a REHLATI specialized license
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Explore Heritage with Rehlati with Sharjah institute for Heritage
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Target Audience
Emirati tour guides with a valid license from Sharjah
Language
Arabic
Requirements
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Copy of family book (Emiratis only)
  • Copy of birth certificate (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of mother’s passport (children of Emirati mothers only)
  • Copy of national ID (front and back)
  • Copy of valid Sharjah tour guide license
  • Personal photograph with white background
  • Updated CV
  • Educational qualifications
  • Good conduct certificate valid for 3 months
  • Applicants must be over 18
course brief
The Emirate of Sharjah’s rapid growth in diversified destinations, known for their rich culture, Islamic history and purity of heritage prompted SCTDA’s vision that alongside this growth, a specialized unit of Emirati tour guides with expert knowledge on distinct topics would be an invaluable asset. From this vision, grew Rehlati specialized tour guiding programs - the channel through which tourists visiting Sharjah will gain unforgettable memories. In collaboration with Sharjah institute for heritage, this training is focused on cultural heritage and ensuring its sustainability, tour guides will receive training and awareness of the Emirati heritage and its latest scientific approaches. After successfully completing the training program, tour guides will receive a REHLATI specialized license
How to Apply? Register Here