LICENSING
Medical Licensing and Registration system in the GULF
Licensing and registration procedures are mandatory and unavoidable if you wish to procure a job in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE.
Every country is different in rules and regulations and it is essential that you understand the licensing procedures followed in each country for the smooth functioning of the respective health care sector.
Licensing applies for those who wish to work as physicians, dentists, nurses, midwives, allied health in private and government sectors.
LICENSING STEPS
License granted by the Ministry of Health in Kuwait. After successful assessment and passing the Ministry of Health exam entities its holder to practice in the State of Kuwait.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
There are four possible licenses to obtain in the United Arab Emirates. Candidate is obliged to receive the license depends on the Emirates he will be working in.
License is granted by Dubai Health Authority (DHA).
After successful assessment allows the holder to practice only in Dubai.
License granted by Harvard International.
A separate license by Harvard International is issued for the Dubai Health Care City, a free Zone with the Government of Dubai as your sponsor. This license allows to set up a practice strictly within the DHCC free zone area. You can apply on line through the government websites.
License granted by the Health Authority of Abu Dhabi (HAAD)
After successful assessment allows the holder to practice in the cities of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
License granted by the Abu Dhabi Ministry (MOH).
After passing the Abu Dhabi Ministry examination entitles its holder to practice in Sharjah or Ras Al Kheima.