Dubai Health Authority (DHA) License

Securing a Dubai Health Authority (DHA) license is a mandatory step for healthcare professionals and facilities aiming to operate in Dubai. This license ensures compliance with the UAE's healthcare regulations, maintaining high standards of medical practice and patient safety.

What Is a DHA License?

The DHA license is issued by the Dubai Health Authority to healthcare professionals and establishments, authorizing them to practice medicine within the emirate of Dubai. This license is essential for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and healthcare facilities such as clinics and hospitals.

Types of DHA Licenses

The DHA offers two primary types of licenses:

• Professional License: Issued to individual healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and technicians.
• Facility License: Granted to healthcare establishments like clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, and laboratories.

Requirements for Healthcare Professionals

To obtain a DHA professional license, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualifications: Relevant degree or diploma from an accredited institution.
• Work Experience: Minimum of two years of clinical experience in the respective field.
• Good Standing Certificate (GSC): Issued within the last six months from the licensing authority of the applicant's home country or country of last employment.
• Primary Source Verification (PSV): Verification of educational and professional documents through DataFlow Group.
• Examinations: Depending on the profession, applicants may need to pass a DHA licensing exam or assessment.
• Medical Fitness Test: Required for applicants aged 65 and above, conducted at DHA-approved centers.

Requirements for Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare establishments must fulfill the following requirements to obtain a DHA facility license:

• Facility Location: A valid lease agreement for the proposed healthcare facility premises.
• Facility Design: Compliance with DHA's facility design and operational standards.
• Staffing: Employment of licensed healthcare professionals as per the facility's scope of services.
• Equipment and Supplies: Provision of necessary medical equipment and supplies in accordance with DHA guidelines.
• Quality Assurance: Implementation of quality control and patient safety protocols.

Steps to Obtain a DHA License

1. Create a Sheryan Account: Register on the DHA's Sheryan portal to initiate the licensing process.
2. Document Submission: Upload required documents for primary source verification and eligibility assessment.
3. Eligibility Assessment: DHA evaluates the submitted documents and determines eligibility.
4. Examinations: If applicable, schedule and pass the required DHA licensing exam or assessment.
5. Facility Approval: For healthcare establishments, submit facility design plans and undergo DHA inspection.
6. License Issuance: Upon successful completion of all requirements, DHA issues the professional or facility license.

Why Choose Licence.ae?

At Licence.ae, we specialize in assisting healthcare professionals and establishments in obtaining their DHA licenses. Our services include:

• Guidance through the Sheryan registration and licensing process.
• Assistance with document collection and verification.
• Preparation for DHA licensing exams and assessments.
• Support in facility setup and compliance with DHA standards.
• Ongoing support for license renewal and compliance updates.

With our expertise and local knowledge, we ensure a smooth and efficient licensing process, allowing you to focus on delivering quality healthcare services in Dubai.