DHA License for Allied Health Technologist

Easy Steps to Qualify for a DHA Allied Health Technologist License from Your Home Country

Updated January 2026

If you’re an Allied Health Technologist planning to work in Dubai, you must obtain a license from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). This guide explains the complete DHA licensing process for Allied Health Technologist — from eligibility and qualification requirements to DataFlow verification, exams, syllabus, costs, and licensing outcomes — so you can confidently start your career in Dubai.

Qualification and Experience Requirements

Allied Health Technologist (emphasis area)

Qualifications

Bachelor in allied health science with emphasis training in one of the following areas:
o Endoscopy
o Urology

Experience

Two (2) years of experience post qualification in related field

Allied Health Technician (emphasis area)

Qualifications

Diploma (Minimum two (2) years course duration) in allied health science with emphasis training in one of the following areas:
o Endoscopy
o Urology

Experience

Two (2) years of experience post qualification in related field

*In compliance with the Discontinuity of Practice (Gap of Practice) criteria.

Additional Mandatory Requirements

  • Valid Registration / License: Applicants must hold a valid professional license or registration from their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable).
  • Good Standing Certificate (GSC): A valid GSC is required from the same licensing authority that issued your license(must be issued within the last 6 months).

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DHA Licensing Steps (Overview)

1. Create Sheryan Account

Sign up on the DHA’s online portal to start your application.

2. Dataflow Verification

A third-party company, Dataflow, will check if your documents are real.

3. DHA Exam

Pass the DHA’s computer-based test or Oral Assessment to prove your professional knowledge.

4. Get Eligibility Letter

After passing the exam and Dataflow, you’ll receive a letter that allows you to look for jobs.

Note: You can do the Exam and Dataflow in any order, or both at the same time.

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DHA Licensing Process – Step by Step

Step 1: Create Your DHA Sheryan Account

DHA Sheryan Portal

The Sheryan portal is the online platform where you will manage your entire DHA license application. It’s your digital gateway to becoming a licensed Allied Health Technologist in Dubai.

Documents Required to Open a Sheryan Account:
  • Valid Passport
  • Passport-sized Photograph
  • Active Email ID

Once your account is created, you will be assigned a unique DHA ID, which you will use for all subsequent steps.

Step 2: DHA Primary Source Verification (PSV) via DataFlow

DHA Dataflow

Purpose: Verify the authenticity of your documents before applying for the DHA license.

DataFlow verification is mandatory for all DHA applicants.

Required Documents (for Allied Health Technology):
  • Degree Certificate 
  • License (Valid license)
  • Good Standing Certificate (From your licensing authority)
  • Experience Certificate (If any; 1 letter included in base fee)
PSV Fees:
  • Base Fee: AED 935 (covers 4 documents: Degree, License, Good Standing + 1 Experience Letter).
  • Extra Documents: AED 300 per document (e.g., additional experience letters).
  • +5% VAT (Applicable on total fee).

Note: Some universities/authorities may charge extra for verification replies.

Processing Time: 3–6 weeks (Depends on how quickly your university/employer/licensing board responds to DataFlow’s verification requests).

Step 3: DHA Allied Health Technology Exam

All DHA exam details are provided in the Exam Details section below for easy reference.

Step 4: Apply for Eligibility Letter

  • Log in to your Sheryan account.
  • Apply for the “Get Registered” service.
  • Ensure your documents are verified by DataFlow and your exam results are recorded.
  • Pay the AED 200 fee.

You will receive your Eligibility Letter, typically within 24 hours. This letter allows you to begin your job search in Dubai.

DHA Exam Exemption

Criteria : License & Good Standing Certificate
Applicants holding a valid professional license and a Good Standing Certificate (GSC) from the recognized countries listed below are exempted from the DHA licensure exam, provided that:

  • The qualification was obtained within the last three (3) years, OR

  • There is no gap in clinical practice since the last employment.

Country

  • Austria
  • Australia
  • Belgium
  • Canada
  • Denmark
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Luxembourg
  • Netherland
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • Singapore
  • Sweden
  • South Africa
  • Switzerland
  • UK (HCPC)
  • USA

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DHA Exam for Allied Health Technology - Complete Details

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Booking Steps (Via Prometric)
  • Visit: prometric.com/dha
  • Select Exam → Schedule → Choose your preferred date and test center (available globally)
  • Pay: USD 240 (credit/debit card)
  • Confirmation: Email with admit details
Exam Day Requirements
  • Original Passport
  • DHA Eligibility ID
  • Prometric Confirmation Letter
Important Notes
  • Reschedule/Cancel: 72 hrs prior (fees may apply)
  • Retake: After 14 days if failed
  • Results: Available via DHA/Prometric
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Exam Coverage (Syllabus) 

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Recommended References

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🌐 English Language Proficiency (if applicable)

If you did not study in English, you must pass one of:

  • IELTS: Minimum 5.0
  • TOEFL: Minimum 500
  • OET: Minimum Grade C
  • Cambridge English: Minimum 169

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Our healthcare consultancy provides end-to-end DHA licensing support for Allied Health Technologist, including eligibility assessment, Sheryan registration, DataFlow verification, exam booking, and eligibility letter processing.

We charge a transparent 20% professional service fee, calculated only on the official DHA, DataFlow, and exam charges applicable to your case. There are no hidden costs, and all government fees are paid directly to the authorities.

What Our Service Fee Includes

  • Eligibility review based on DHA regulations

  • Sheryan account creation & application submission

  • DataFlow document verification coordination

  • DHA exam or oral assessment booking (if required)

  • Eligibility letter follow-up & status tracking

  • Ongoing guidance until eligibility approval

What It Does NOT Include

Note: Government fees, DataFlow charges, exam fees, and oral assessment fees are paid separately to the respective authorities as per official rates.

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DHA Allied Health Technology License Cost Calculator (AED) 🩺

Required Information to Calculate PSV Costs:

The base DataFlow fee covers **4 core documents** (Degree/Diploma, Valid License, GSC, & 1 Experience Letter).

How many additional experience letters or training certificates do you expect to submit for DataFlow verification?

(Enter 0 if you only have the 4 documents covered by the base fee.)

Extra Documents
Step & Fee Component Cost (AED) Notes
1. Primary Source Verification (PSV) via DataFlow
Base PSV Fee (Allied Health) 935 Covers 4 core documents.
+ 5% VAT on Base Fee 46.75 Mandatory VAT.
Extra Document Fee (per document) 300 Based on user input for extra documents.
2. DHA Prometric Exam (CBT)
Exam Booking Fee ~880 Estimated ~USD 240 (Paid to Prometric).
3. Final Application & Registration (Sheryan)
Eligibility Letter Application Fee 200 Required to start job searching.
License Activation Fee (1-Year) 1,000 **Paid by employer** after job offer.

MINIMUM Total Estimated Mandatory Costs (Assuming 0 Extra Documents)

Cost to Obtain Eligibility Letter:

~AED 2,062

Full Total (Including License Activation):

~AED 3,062

*All costs are displayed in UAE Dirhams (AED).