Educational support activities

Qualifying · 0% eligible

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

Under Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025, educational support is categorized as a Qualifying Activity provided it is B2B or provided to a Qualifying Person. Forensic scrutiny focuses on the CIGA (Core Income Generating Activities) ensuring that curriculum development or testing services are physically performed within the Free Zone and not outsourced to mainland or foreign sub-contractors without adequate supervision.

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Legal Reference

Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025, Article 2, Clause 1(g)

Audit Red Flag

Re-characterizing prohibited 'General Management Consulting' or 'HR Recruitment' fees as 'Educational Support' to exploit the 0% regime.

3 licensable activities under this classification

Education Support ServicesExternal approval required

Educational Quality Assurance ServicesExternal approval required

Technical & Vocational Certification CenterExternal approval required

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