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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 it suits

Who this pathway suits

Physicians, specialists, nurses, and pharmacists seeking medical practice in the Gulf.

Eligibility

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
Process

How the process works

  1. Submit credentials to DataFlow for Primary Source Verification (PSV)
  2. Create profile on regulatory portal (Sheryan for DHA, User Management for DOH, Mumaris+ for SCFHS)
  3. Book and pass Prometric computer-based examination
  4. Receive Eligibility Letter and convert to active medical license upon securing hospital employment
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Medical degree, transcripts, internship completion, license, good standing certificate, logbooks, passport
Good to know

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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