United Arab Emirates checklist for nurses

0 of 6 steps ticked

1. Choose the emirate: Dubai (DHA), Abu Dhabi (DOH) or Northern Emirates (MOHAP)
2. Check eligibility against the Unified PQR (DHA: Sheryan self-assessment)
3. Complete DataFlow primary source verification
4. Pass the authority's exam (DHA Prometric, DOH Pearson VUE)
5. Get a job offer; the facility applies for your licence
6. Licence issued, then visa and Emirates ID

Licensing exam

• DHA licensing exam: Computer-based, about 2 hours, 100-150 MCQs by role; English only; pass 60-70% depending on test (Three attempts)
• DOH Abu Dhabi licensing exam: Booked after DOH approves the application for exam and the pre-booking fee is paid in TAMM
• MOHAP assessment: Valid assessment certificate required for the licence (valid 5 years)