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A license to practice in the healthcare profession is a must to work in the UAE’s health sector, with different eligibility criteria according to profession and title of license, including Physicians, Dentists, Nurses, Midwives, and Allied Healthcare.
UAE healthcare regulatory bodies DoH, DHA, MoH follow unified qualification requirements but issue different licenses based on the emirate. Terms for exams and license activation may vary. Decide which emirate to work in and apply accordingly
For Physicians:
Must be a graduate from accredited Medical School with an MBBS or MBChB or equivalent qualification and Successful completion of an internship program with Two (2) years clinical experience
For Nurses
To apply for a nursing license in DHA, DOH, or MOH: a diploma with 1 year of experience qualifies you for PN or Assistant Nurse; a BSc in Nursing with 2 years of experience qualifies you for RN/School Nurse.
For Allied Healthcare Professionals.
There is a long list of professional titles available for an allied health professional, based on educational qualifications and the area of interest. Talk to our licensing consultant to find the best fit for your passion.
DOH Licence 
DOH stands for the Department of health Abu Dhabi; previously, it was called HAAD: Health Authority Abu Dhabi, this is the major health body in the emirate of Abu Dhabi; every healthcare professional looking to work in Abu Dhabi region is required to get a license from DOH.
DHA Licence
DHA is known as Dubai Health Authority, this is the primary health body in the emirate of Dubai but also free zone healthcare professional license also available such DHCC, every healthcare professional work in Dubai required to obtain DHA license.
MOH Licence
MOH is known as ministry of health which is the body regulates all the healthcare sector in the emirates of Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah & Umm Al Quwain. every healthcare professional work in these regions need requires MOH license.
Required Documents
Applicable documents are offically issued by respective authority & fulfills the PQR requirement for your license criteria
- Educational Qualifications
- Experience certificates
- Home Country License
- Certificate of Good Standing
- Primary Source Verification
- Filled Forms
FAQ’s
We aim to answer the most frequently asked questions regarding healthcare professional licensing here.
If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us via WhatsApp, and we will respond as quickly as possible.
What are the criteria for exemption from the healthcare license exam?
- Some individuals may qualify for an exemption from the healthcare license exam based on certain qualifications or prior experience. Our experts are here to help you understand the exemption criteria that apply to your situation.
- Can I apply for a professional license in the UAE if I don’t hold a home country license? Yes, you can apply for a professional license in the UAE even if you do not have a home country license, depending on your qualifications. Our reliable team will assist you in assessing your eligibility.
- What is PSV in the UAE healthcare licensing process? PSV (Primary Source Verification) is an essential part of the licensing process where your qualifications and credentials are verified directly from the original source to ensure they are authentic and meet compliance standards.
- What does Good Standing Certificate (GSC) mean? A Good Standing Certificate (GSC) is an official document that verifies you are in good standing with the medical regulatory authority of your home country or previous licensing body, indicating that there are no disciplinary issues.
- What is the validity of a Good Standing Certificate (GSC)? The validity of a Good Standing Certificate can differ depending on the issuing authority. Generally, it remains valid for a period of 3 to 6 months. Our team is here to help you obtain and validate this certificate.
- How long will the entire healthcare professional licensing process take? The duration of the licensing process varies based on the type of license, your qualifications, and the verification requirements. Typically, it can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months. We strive to make the process as efficient and smooth as possible for you.
- What happens after Data Flow verification is completed? After the Data Flow verification is finished, your application will proceed to the next stage.