UAE Police Academy Exchange Program

Introduction

In partnership with the UAE Ministry of Interior and the IACP, the Police Academy Exchange Program enrols a select group of international police officers in a five-month basic academy at the Abu Dhabi Police College (September 2026 – February 2027). It is a condensed version of the national cadet academy — physical training, drills, practical exercises, and academic study — ending in a graduation ceremony. The UAE Ministry of Interior covers flights, lodging, meals, medical insurance, uniforms, and a monthly stipend.

Who can apply?

These requirements are mandatory and allow no exception:

• Aged between 22 and 41.
• An active or sworn police/military official.
• Between 1 and 15 years of service.
• Passport valid for at least 1 year.
• English proficiency — IELTS above 5.5 (waived only for nationals of the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland).
• Medically fit and clear of the listed infectious and chronic conditions.
• A clean conduct record and an approved security clearance with no criminal history.

How to apply?

Know how to apply for the program by following the steps written here. The document lists every step with the required document, accepted format, the rules for each step, and worked examples of what would fail.

Required documents

• Passport
• Resume / CV
• Highest education degree
• IELTS report (if applicable)
• Statement of purpose (250–500 words)
• One recommendation letter (from your direct supervisor)
• Emergency contact details (relative + work supervisor) — a short form
• InBody body-composition test
• Physical-abilities self-declaration
• Medical report(s)
• Medications & clinical conditions declaration — a short form
• Vaccination record (official healthcare document)
• Personal photo (passport-size headshot)
• Full-body photo in official military/police uniform
• Conduct / good-behaviour certificate
• Security clearance / police clearance certificate

Need help?

For further assistance in the admission process, kindly contact Captain Nasser Al Yammahi — nasser@moi.gov.ae, 00971509999356. Or chat with Lieutenant Salem, the assistant at the bottom-right.