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DHA
📍 Dubai

Dubai Health Authority

The DHA regulates healthcare professionals and facilities in the Emirate of Dubai. It is one of the most sought-after licenses for healthcare professionals seeking to work in Dubai's growing healthcare sector.

Key Requirements

  • Valid degree in your healthcare specialty
  • Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience (varies by specialty)
  • Dataflow primary source verification (PSV) clearance
  • Prometric exam registration and passing score
  • Valid home country license/registration
  • Good standing / clearance certificate
  • Medical fitness certificate from approved center

Specialties Covered

  • Physicians & Specialists (GP, Specialist, Consultant)
  • Nursing & Midwifery
  • Dentistry & Dental Hygiene
  • Allied Health Professionals
  • Pharmacy & Technicians

Licensing Steps

1
Create account on Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Sheryan portal
2
Submit Dataflow application and wait for PSV clearance
3
Register and pass the Prometric exam for your specialty
4
Upload all required documents and pay licensing fees
5
Receive eligibility letter and activate license through employer
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DOH
📍 Abu Dhabi

Department of Health Abu Dhabi

The DOH regulates all healthcare professionals and facilities in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It oversees the Malaffi electronic health record system and has one of the most thorough licensing processes in the region.

Key Requirements

  • Recognized degree from an accredited institution
  • Experience requirements vary by specialty and license grade
  • Dataflow PSV verification report
  • DOH qualification exam or exemption approval
  • Valid home country professional license
  • Arabic translated documents where required
  • Emirates ID (for residents) or visa processing

License Grades

  • Resident — Entry-level (under supervision)
  • Specialist — Independent practice
  • Senior Specialist — Experienced professionals
  • Consultant — Highest grade, senior specialists

Licensing Steps

1
Register on DOH Tasneef / MOHAP portal
2
Complete Dataflow PSV and obtain clearance report
3
Take DOH qualifying exam or apply for exemption
4
Submit all documents including attestation and translations
5
Activate license through your Abu Dhabi employer
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MOH
📍 Northern Emirates (Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, UAQ)

Ministry of Health & Prevention

MOHAP is the federal licensing authority for healthcare professionals working outside Dubai and Abu Dhabi. It covers Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain.

Key Requirements

  • Accredited healthcare degree recognized by MOHAP
  • Minimum experience as per specialty classification
  • Dataflow PSV clearance report
  • Prometric exam registration and pass
  • Valid home country license
  • Attested documents (MOFA and UAE Embassy)
  • Medical fitness from approved UAE medical center

Common Specialties

  • General Nursing, Specialist Nursing
  • General Practitioners and Medical Officers
  • Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
  • Radiographers, Lab Technicians
  • Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists

Licensing Steps

1
Apply through the MOHAP SHERYAN digital portal
2
Complete Dataflow application and receive verified report
3
Book and pass Prometric exam for your specialty
4
Submit attested documents and pay licensing fees
5
Receive license and activate with Northern Emirates employer
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SHA
📍 Sharjah, UAE

Sharjah Health Authority

The SHA regulates healthcare professionals and facilities in the Emirate of Sharjah. It is the licensing body for all healthcare practitioners working in Sharjah's public and private health sector, maintaining high standards of healthcare delivery across the emirate.

Key Requirements

  • Recognized healthcare degree from an accredited institution
  • Dataflow PSV clearance report
  • Valid home country professional license or registration
  • Minimum clinical experience as per specialty requirements
  • Good standing / clearance certificate from home country
  • Medical fitness certificate from an approved UAE center
  • Attested documents (MOFA and UAE Embassy where applicable)

Common Specialties

  • Nursing & Midwifery (General and Specialist)
  • General Practitioners & Medical Officers
  • Dentists & Dental Hygienists
  • Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians
  • Allied Health Professionals (Physio, Radiology, Lab)

Licensing Steps

1
Register on the Sharjah Health Authority (SHA) licensing portal
2
Complete Dataflow PSV application and receive clearance report
3
Submit all required attested documents and pay licensing fees
4
Complete any required exam or eligibility assessment
5
Activate license through your Sharjah-based employer
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