Healthcare registration by country
Licensing pathways for doctors, dentists, nurses, and allied health professionals with Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH), and Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).
Who this pathway suits
Physicians, specialists, nurses, and pharmacists seeking medical practice in the Gulf.
Eligibility at a glance
- Accredited medical or nursing degree matching PQR (Professional Qualification Requirements)
- Minimum required post-internship clinical experience (typically 2 to 3 years)
- Valid medical registration and certificate of good standing from home country licensing body
- Clear DataFlow PSV report
How the process works
- Submit credentials to DataFlow for Primary Source Verification (PSV)
- Create profile on regulatory portal (Sheryan for DHA, User Management for DOH, Mumaris+ for SCFHS)
- Book and pass Prometric computer-based examination
- Receive Eligibility Letter and convert to active medical license upon securing hospital employment
Documents you will typically need
- Medical degree, transcripts, internship completion, license, good standing certificate, logbooks, passport
What to keep in mind
Holding an active DHA or DOH license qualifies healthcare specialists for direct 10-year UAE Golden Visa nomination.
Official sources: Dubai Health Authority (DHA) · Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS). Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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