Get your DHA nursing licence without the guesswork.
Clear, well-researched guides to the Dubai (DHA) nursing licensing process — eligibility, DataFlow verification, the Prometric exam and what it costs — plus the equivalent process for Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait, and country guides for applying from home. Everything in the right order, so you know exactly what to do next.
Free to read · Practice questions & mock exams coming soon
Our guides cover every step — from eligibility to sitting the exam.
- Sheryan
- Eligibility & portal
- DataFlow
- Document verification
- Prometric
- Exam logistics
- Costs
- What you'll pay
From the first step to working in Dubai
GulfNursePrep maps out the whole DHA journey — so you always know what comes next.
How the guides help
The DHA process has a lot of moving parts. We break it down so you can move through it in the right order, without surprises.
Step 1
Understand the process
See the full path to a DHA licence — eligibility on Sheryan, DataFlow verification, the Prometric exam and registration — laid out step by step.
Step 2
Avoid the common delays
Learn where applications get held up — DataFlow document issues, missing requirements — so you can get it right the first time.
Step 3
Budget and plan ahead
Know what the licence actually costs and how long each step takes, so you can plan your timeline and finances with confidence.
Researched carefully, written plainly
The DHA process is spread across the Sheryan portal, DataFlow and Prometric, and the official rules change over time. Our guides pull it together in plain English and always point you back to the official sources for anything that can change — like fees, exam details and eligibility. No hype, no clinical shortcuts, just a clear map of the process.
The full process, in order
Eligibility, DataFlow, exam and registration — laid out step by step.
Honest about what changes
We defer fees, exam details and rules to the official DHA sources.
Practice coming soon
Exam-style questions and mock exams are in progress and being reviewed.
Built for nurses starting the Gulf licensing journey
Whether you're already in the UAE or applying from abroad, the hardest part is knowing where to begin and what order things happen in. Our guides answer exactly that — one clear step at a time.
- ✓Eligibility and the Sheryan portal, explained
- ✓DataFlow verification, step by step
- ✓Exam logistics, costs and timelines
- ✓Every Gulf authority, and applying from your country
What the guides cover
The whole licensing process for nurses — from your first eligibility check to sitting the exam, activating your licence and renewing it — across Dubai and the wider Gulf.
Start with the guides. Get licensed with confidence.
Read the DHA process from start to finish for free. Practice questions and timed mock exams are coming soon — see pricing for what's planned.
Popular guides
The pages nurses read most when starting the DHA licensing journey — straight to the point.
Guides
- ▸What Is a DHA License for Nurses? Meaning & Who Needs One
- ▸DHA Nursing License Process (2026): Step-by-Step for Nurses
- ▸DataFlow for Nurses (2026): Cost, Time & How PSV Works
- ▸DHA Prometric Exam for Nurses: Format & What to Expect
- ▸DHA License Cost for Nurses (2026): Fees, Exam & DataFlow
- ▸Getting Your DHA License from the Philippines: A Guide for Filipino Nurses
Not applying to Dubai?
Each Gulf country licenses nurses through its own authority, with its own portal, exam and rules. We cover them all.
- Abu Dhabi (DOH)
- Northern Emirates (MOHAP)
- Saudi Arabia (SCFHS)
- Qatar (QCHP)
- Bahrain (NHRA)
- Oman (OMSB)
- Kuwait (MOH)
Unsure which one applies to you? Compare the Gulf authorities →
Applying from your country
Where your documents come from changes what you have to chase — which registration body, which attestations, which delays.
Wondering what the move is actually worth? Nursing salary & career in the Gulf →
Common questions
What is the DHA nursing licence?+
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) licence is the professional registration nurses need to work legally in Dubai's private health sector. Getting it involves checking your eligibility on the Sheryan portal, completing DataFlow Primary Source Verification of your credentials, passing the DHA Prometric exam, and completing registration. Requirements change, so always confirm the current details on the official DHA Sheryan portal.
What does GulfNursePrep offer right now?+
Today, GulfNursePrep is a library of clear, well-researched guides to getting licensed as a nurse in the Gulf. The Dubai (DHA) process is covered in the most depth — eligibility, DataFlow verification, the Prometric exam and test-day logistics, costs, registration, renewal and CPD — alongside the equivalent process for the other Gulf authorities and country-specific guides for applying from abroad. They walk you through the journey end to end so you know exactly what to expect and in what order.
Do you cover licensing authorities other than Dubai's DHA?+
Yes. Each Gulf country licenses nurses through its own authority, and we have a step-by-step guide for each: DOH in Abu Dhabi, MOHAP for the UAE's Northern Emirates, SCFHS in Saudi Arabia, QCHP in Qatar, NHRA in Bahrain, OMSB in Oman and the Ministry of Health in Kuwait. If you are not sure which one applies to you, start with our guide comparing the Gulf authorities.
Are there practice questions and mock exams?+
Not yet. Full exam-style practice questions and timed mock exams are in progress and coming soon. We're building that content carefully and having it reviewed before we publish it, so what you use is accurate. For now the guides cover the process and logistics of getting licensed.
What is DataFlow and why does it matter?+
DataFlow Primary Source Verification (PSV) is the independent check that confirms your qualifications, registration and experience are genuine, direct with the issuing bodies. It's a required step in the DHA licensing process and a common source of delays, so our guide explains which documents it covers and how to avoid rejections.
Is this official guidance?+
No. GulfNursePrep is an independent, unofficial study aid and is not endorsed by the DHA or any other licensing authority, DataFlow or Prometric. Our guides are researched from public information to help you understand the process, but exam formats, eligibility rules, fees and timelines change — always confirm the current details on the relevant official portal, and on the official DataFlow and Prometric sources, before you act.
Can I use this if I'm applying from outside the UAE?+
Yes. Where your documents come from changes what you have to chase, so we have dedicated country guides for nurses applying from the Philippines, India, Pakistan, Nigeria, Kenya and Egypt. Each one covers the extra steps that apply from that country — the national registration body, document and attestation requirements — through to DataFlow and the exam, so you can plan the whole journey before you start.
New to the DHA process? Start with our DHA nursing licence guides for eligibility, DataFlow and the exam.