The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) regulates healthcare practice in Dubai. To work as a doctor in Dubai, you must hold an active DHA professional license aligned with the UAE Unified Healthcare Professional Qualification Requirements (PQR).
This guide covers the full process: starting with the DHA self-assessment tool to check eligibility, gathering attested documents (medical degree, internship, experience, home-country license, Good Standing Certificate), and submitting for Primary Source Verification (DataFlow). After PSV, you may need to complete a Computer-Based Test (CBT) via Prometric or an oral assessment depending on your specialty and PQR pathway. Final steps include registration in the DHA system and license activation.
In 2026, DHA continues to streamline the portal and may introduce updates to the self-assessment and renewal process. Working with a licensing consultant helps you avoid delays and rejection.