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Doctor licensing exams in United Arab Emirates
The licensing route for doctors in United Arab Emirates: who runs the exam, what it looks like and where to practise.
Exams for doctors in United Arab Emirates
Who regulates it
- Dubai Health Authority (DHA) - Health Regulation Sector
- Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DOH)
- Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) - northern emirates
Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the regulator's own site. Rules change.
Who sits it
- DHA Professional Assessment: GPs and specialists/consultants seeking Dubai licence (non-exempt per PQR)
- DOH licensing exam: GPs seeking Abu Dhabi licence
- DOH licensing exam: Specialist/consultant physicians
- MOHAP health professional evaluation: GPs (non-UAE grads need >=2 yrs post-internship experience) and specialists where evaluation officer requires
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