ARABIC COURSE FEES IN DUBAI, ABU DHABI, SHARJAH - UAE

Arabic language courses in the UAE start from AED 200 for a 2-hour Express Spoken Arabic course and go up to AED 3,600 for a 20-hour Advanced Private Arabic Class. Prices depend on course duration, level, and format (group or private).

• Beginner - One-on-One Private - 6 Hours - 250 AED
• Beginner to Advanced - 18 hours per level - AED 800
• Advanced Group - 24 hours - AED 1000
• Advanced Private - 20 hours - AED 3,600

You can also go to our Arabic Classes Fees Page to check live course prices and compare course prices for Arabic classes in detail.

For an absolute beginner, basic conversational Arabic can be learned in 1 month as most beginner courses listed on Coursetakers have 24 to 36 learning hours, 1 hour class per day. Fluency in reading and writing may take 6 months to 1 year, depending on course intensity and practice.

Yes, many institutes in the UAE offer online Arabic courses in the UAE, providing flexibility for working professionals and students.

About 14.5% of all the available jobs in the UAE require arabic language as a mandatory language proficiency. Learning Arabic has profound impact on job and your career by securing jobs in government, tourism, and business sectors, better communication with local clients and Arabic-speaking customers and improved salary prospects as a bilingual employee.

Yes, several institutes listed on Coursetakers UAE offer online Arabic courses, providing flexibility for working professionals and students.

Some of them are:

1. Knowledge Point Institute
2. Al Ramsa Institute
3. Sahara Education Services
4. Jaraso Education Institute
5. Ninja Tutor FZ LLC
6. Futurise Training Institute

While fluency in Arabic in just 3 months is unrealistic, basic Arabic can be learned in 3 months. If you are an absolute beginner, you can expect to say simple greetings, self-introduction, recognize common phrases, learn alphabets, write basic sentences and spell words. To achieve professional working proficiency​, the U.S. Foreign Service Institute (FSI) classifies Arabic as a Category V language – the hardest category – estimating about 88 weeks (≈2,200 hours) of intensive study.

• Find a structured Arabic course with experienced trainers.
• Practice speaking daily with native Arabic speakers.
• Use language apps and watch Arabic media to improve listening skills.

Arabic is challenging but achievable with consistent practice. Many students find Spoken Arabic easier than reading and writing due to the script’s complexity. The U.S. Foreign Service Institute (FSI) classifies Arabic as a Category V language – the hardest category – estimating about 88 weeks (≈2,200 hours) of intensive study to achieve professional working efficiency.

Yes, many institutes in UAE marketing their courses on Coursetakers offer Arabic language programs for children, including interactive lessons, storytelling, and activities to make learning engaging.

No, English is widely spoken in Dubai, and does not affect much if your nature of job is highly technical. However, learning Arabic can help with better integration, job opportunities, and cultural appreciation. Approximately 14.5% of all job postings in the UAE explicitly require Arabic language skills, and if you are a billingual in Dubai, you will be preffered over similar candidate with similar skills and experience, especially in government, banking and finance sectors.

If you live or work in the UAE, Gulf Arabic is the most useful for daily conversations. However, Egyptian Arabic is the best choice if you want to learn to speak arabic as it is the simplest form of arabic you can learn that will be understood by all. The best type of Arabic to learn depends on your purpose, whether for work, travel, religious studies, or general communication. Here’s a breakdown of the main types of Arabic and their key differences:

Yes, you can learn Arabic on your own with the right resources and dedication. Many learners use apps (Duolingo, Memrise), online courses, YouTube tutorials, and textbooks to build vocabulary and grammar skills. However, self-learning may lack speaking practice, so joining language exchange programs, online tutors, or in-person classes can help improve fluency. For structured learning, many institutes in the UAE offer Arabic courses tailored for beginners to advanced learners.

Popular locations for Arabic classes in the UAE include:

Dubai: Karama, Bur Dubai, Deira, JLT, Al Barsha, Business Bay, Al Nahda, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Discovery Gardens, International City, Mirdiff, Dubai Knowledge Park (DKP), Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC), Al Rigga, Oud Metha, Al Quoz, Shiekh Zayed Road (SZR), Satwa

Abu Dhabi: Musaffa, Tourist Club Area

Sharjah: Al Majaz, Rolla Sharjah, Abu Shaghara, Al Buhaira, Al Qasimia