The Licensing Department is the authority responsible for issuing permits to educational institutions in the Emirate of Sharjah. Its responsibilities include issuing educational licenses, granting approvals to staff working in educational institutions, and approving educational plans and facilities. The department also works to streamline licensing procedures to ensure customer satisfaction by reducing time and effort, adopting innovative and smart solutions, and developing procedures that enhance institutional efficiency, keep pace with best practices, and contribute to providing high-quality educational services.

Issuing educational licenses to institutions to conduct educational activities and provide other services, ensuring compliance with approved standards.

Issuing professional practice permits for teaching, administrative, and technical staff in educational institutions, and providing related services.

Monitoring the approval of plans and buildings, ensuring their readiness to receive students according to approved conditions and standards, and approving any modifications in accordance with engineering standards.

Communicating with investors, following up on their transactions, and facilitating their procedures in coordination with relevant authorities.