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DCT's online service licenses over 2,400 guides in 5 years
Gulf Today
|January 08, 2026
Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), is marking five years since the launch of its official online Dubai Tour Guide Programme - a pioneering initiative that has seen more than 2,400 licenced guides from over 50 nationalities trained to lead memorable visitor experiences across the city.
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Building on this milestone, DCT is inviting UAE residents and Emiratis to become certified tour guides. The virtual course provides graduates with the necessary training to obtain the only official certification for tour guides in Dubai. This allows graduates to work as tour guides under tourism companies registered in Dubai, enabling them to accompany visitor
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