For Healthcare Professionals

Healthcare Professional Licensing in UAE

Obtain your DHA, DOH, or MOH professional licence. We manage Dataflow verification, exam registration, and the complete application, so you can focus on your career, not the paperwork.

Licensing Authorities We Work With

We work with all three main UAE healthcare regulatory authorities. The right one for you depends on which emirate you plan to work in.

DHA
Dubai Health Authority
Dubai Emirate
DOH
Department of Health
Abu Dhabi Emirate
MOH
Ministry of Health
Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, UAQ

Not sure which emirate you will work in? We can compare licensing requirements, timelines, and exam differences across all three authorities to help you make the right decision.

UAE Professional Licence, DHA / DOH / MOH
Full guide to requirements, process, and frequently asked questions
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Licensing Services We Handle

From new applications to conversions, upgrades and international licensing, we cover the full professional licensing pathway.

Sharjah Health Authority (SHA) professional licence
Licence conversion between ministries (DHA to MOHAP, MOHAP to SHA, and more)
Activation and upgradation of a professional licence
Adding an additional position to an existing licence
Renewal of an expired licence, registration or eligibility letter
Exemption applications for GMC, HCPC and Royal College holders
DataFlow application, conversion, reissue and added documents
Exam booking: Prometric, Pearson VUE, Mumaris+ and MRCOG
International licensing: UK (HCPC/GMC), Australia, New Zealand and USA

International Licensing Support

We also support healthcare professionals applying for licences outside the UAE.

United Kingdom

We assist with HCPC and GMC applications, including transferring your UAE or GCC credentials and navigating UK registration.

Australia and New Zealand

We help UAE-licensed professionals apply for recognition and registration with Australian and New Zealand authorities, including AHPRA.

Saudi Arabia

We manage Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (Mumaris+) applications for UAE-based and internationally trained professionals.

United States

Guidance on USMLE pathways and state licensing board applications for doctors already licensed in UAE or UK.

How We Handle Your Licensing, Step by Step

No ambiguity, no surprises. This is exactly what happens when you start working with us.

01

Document Collection

We collect and review your qualifications, experience letters, passport, and any other documents required by the licensing authority.

02

Dataflow Verification

We submit and track your primary source verification through Dataflow, the mandatory credential check for all UAE healthcare licences.

03

Exam Registration

Where required, we register you for the DHA Prometric, DOH, or MOH licensing exam and provide you with preparation guidance.

04

Application Submission

We prepare and submit the complete licensing application to the relevant authority, DHA, DOH, or MOH, with all supporting documentation.

05

Follow-Up & Licence Delivery

We follow up with the authority until your licence is issued and deliver it to you. We stay available for any post-issuance queries or renewals.

Common Questions About Healthcare Professional Licensing

How long does DHA licensing take?

DHA licensing typically takes 4 to 12 weeks depending on speciality and the completeness of your Dataflow verification. Straightforward applications for common specialities can complete within 4 to 6 weeks.

Is Dataflow mandatory for all healthcare professionals in UAE?

Yes. Primary source verification through Dataflow is mandatory for all healthcare professionals applying for a DHA, DOH, or MOH licence in the UAE, regardless of speciality or country of origin.

Do I need to sit an exam for UAE professional licensing?

It depends on your speciality and licensing authority. DHA requires a Prometric exam for most clinical roles. DOH uses a competency-based assessment. MOH has its own exam requirements. We assess your specific situation and advise accordingly.

Which licensing authority should I apply to, DHA, DOH, or MOH?

It depends on where you plan to work. DHA covers Dubai, DOH covers Abu Dhabi, and MOH covers the remaining emirates. If you are still deciding on a location, we can advise on the differences in process, timelines, and exam requirements.

Can Bacora handle my Dataflow application directly?

Yes. We manage the complete Dataflow primary source verification process on your behalf, from document preparation and submission to tracking and resolving any queries raised by the verifying authority.

Ready to Start Your Licensing?

Book a free consultation. We will review your situation and tell you exactly what you need and how long it will take.