Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about DHA, DOH, and MOHAP licensing in the UAE — eligibility, documents, timelines, costs, and the trainee pathway.
Each regulates a different part of the UAE. DHA covers Dubai, DOH covers Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, and MOHAP covers the Northern Emirates (Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, UAQ) plus federal facilities. You need the license matching where you intend to work.
Yes. Some professionals hold licenses across multiple authorities to widen their job options, though each requires a separate application and its own verification process.
Typically 3–6 months from document submission to activation, depending on DataFlow verification timelines and exam scheduling. Delays are most often caused by incomplete documentation. DataFlow is oftentimes the bottleneck in the application process, so close monitoring and follow-up with DataFlow is essential to minimize delays.
The core steps — PSV and the licensing exam — are the same. What differs is what happens after: if you don't yet have the prerequisite 2 years of clinical experience, or you've had a practice gap of 3+ years, you'll need supervised training at an approved facility before you can get a full license.
Generally: passport copy, educational certificates, experience certificates, a Good Standing Certificate from your current licensing body, and your existing home-country license. Exact requirements vary by profession and authority.
You can begin the eligibility and verification stages independently, but final license activation requires a sponsoring healthcare facility.
DataFlow PSV costs AED 935–1,235, plus AED 300 per additional document — this is flat across all authorities.
Licensing exam fees vary by authority and profession:
| DHA | DOH | MOHAP | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensing Exam | AED 500–900 | AED 400–1,000 | AED 350–800 |
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We manage the coordination — eligibility review, document preparation, DataFlow tracking, exam guidance, and application handling — addressing issues in a timely manner to minimize delay in the application process, saving you valuable time and energy so you can focus on patient care.
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