What Are the Dubai License Fees for Indian Medical Professionals?

Dubai’s healthcare sector is a magnet for global medical talent, and as an Indian medical professional, securing a Dubai Health Authority (DHA) license is your gateway to practicing in the city’s world-class facilities. However, navigating the licensing process can be confusing, especially when it comes to the fees involved. This guide breaks down each fee stage clearly, citing official and industry sources for accuracy.

1. Preliminary Eligibility & Registration on Sheryan

Self‑assessment tool – Free of charge
Formal registration fee – AED 200
Indian doctors must start by registering on DHA’s Sheryan portal. After completing the self-assessment, you’ll pay a professional registration fee of AED 200, confirmed by DHA’s service page 

2. Primary Source Verification (PSV) via DataFlow

Your medical qualifications and experience must be independently verified through DataFlow.

• Standard per-document verification: AED 300–350 
• For 3–5 documents (common for doctors): AED 1,000–1,500
• Some report a flat package rate of AED 1,235
  

Tip: Be prepared for additional fees from issuing institutions if they charge DataFlow directly.

3. DHA Exam (Prometric CBT Test)

Passing the DHA Prometric test is mandatory before license activation:

• Application/exam fee: USD 110–150 (~AED 405–550)
  Other sources suggest AED 220–280 (~USD 60–80), possibly for some specialties
  Multiple attempts allowed—retakes cost the same as the original fee.
  

4. Assessment & Oral Exam (If Applicable)

Certain specialists or those without direct employer sponsorship may require an oral assessment.

• Standard oral assessment: AED 250 
• Urgent/or fast-track option: AED 2,000
  

5. Eligibility & Evaluation Review

After exam clearance and PSV, DHA will evaluate your profile.

• Assessment or eligibility application: roughly AED 200–300 

6. License Activation Fee

Once eligible and with a confirmed job offer, your employer will activate your full-time license via Sheryan. Fees vary:

7. Additional Costs

• Home delivery of license: ~AED 30–50 (optional)

• Knowledge & innovation fee: Applied at checkout (per Sheryan)

• Employer-sponsored costs may include immunization, Emirates ID, and health insurance.
  

8. Estimated Total Cost (Doctor)

Here’s a rough projection:

1. Registration: AED 200

2. PSV (4 documents): AED 1,200–1,500

3. Exam: AED 450–550

4. Eligibility review: AED 200–300

5. License activation: AED 3,000

6. Misc (home delivery, fees): AED 230–300
   

Total: AED 5,280–5,850 (~INR 1.25–1.38 lakhs). If you need retakes, oral assessments, or plan for multi-year licenses, add AED 2,000–AED 7,500 accordingly.

9. Breakdown for Indian Medical Professionals

• PSV: Foreign degrees require full DataFlow checks—budget accordingly.

• Exam Fees: Same USD/AED rates apply regardless of testing location (e.g. in India).

• Oral Assessments: More likely needed for non-specialists or urgent hires.

• License Validity: Choose 1–3 years; longer durations reduce annual cost per year.
  

10. Tips to Save Money

1. Organize early: Avoid fees from document re-submissions.

2. Prepare well: Fewer attempts = fewer retake charges.

3. Choose license term wisely: Multi-year license spreads cost better.

4. Coordinate with employer: Some companies cover activation or exam fees.
   

In Summary

For Indian physicians aiming to work in Dubai, the licensing fees break down into:

• Registration & evaluation: AED 600–800

• PSV: AED 1,200–1,500

• Exam: AED 450–550 (retakes extra)

• License activation: AED 3,000 for 1 year

• Extras: AED 200–300
  

You’re looking at AED 5,000–6,000 (~INR 1.2–1.4 L) initially. Extended-duration licenses, oral assessments, or retakes can raise this to AED 8,000–10,000 (~INR 1.9–2.5 L).

Conclusion

The DHA licensing journey involves multiple steps—but each adds clarity and legitimacy to your path in Dubai’s healthcare system. By budgeting AED 6,000–8,000 and preparing well, you’ll be well on your way to a rewarding career. And with Sheryan’s transparent process, every fee you pay ensures you’re recognized under one of the Middle East’s most respected health authorities. Montgo Health

Frequently Ask Questions

1. How much are Dubai healthcare license fees?
They usually range from AED 1,000 to AED 4,000, depending on the profession and licensing authority (DHA, HAAD, or MOH).

2. Do Dubai license fees include exam charges?
No, exam fees are separate. You must pay for both the licensing application and the Prometric exam.

3. Are verification fees included in Dubai license costs?
No, document verification (DataFlow/PSV) has its own fee, generally AED 500–700, separate from the license fee.

4. How do I pay Dubai license fees?
Payments are made online through the official portals of DHA, HAAD, or MOH using debit/credit cards.

5. Are Dubai license fees refundable?
Generally, fees are non-refundable, even if your application is rejected. Always review the policy before paying.

6. Does the license fee vary by specialty?
Yes, different healthcare categories (doctors, nurses, lab technicians, optometrists, etc.) have different licensing charges.