DHA License for Dental Lab Technician / Aide
Easy Steps to Qualify for a DHA Dental Lab Technician / Aide License from Your Home Country
If you’re a Dental Lab Technician / Aide 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 Dental Lab Technician / Aide — 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
Dental Lab Technician
Pathway 1
Qualification – BSc in Dental Laboratory Technology
Experience – Two (2) years of experience post qualification in a related field
Pathway 2
Qualification – Completion of an accredited program in Dental Laboratory Technology (minimum two (2) years course duration)
Experience – Four (4) years of experience post qualification in a related field
Dental Lab Aide
Qualifications
Completion of Higher Secondary School (12 primary schools) And A certificate confirming on-job practical training
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
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 Dental Lab Technician / Lab Aide 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
Purpose: Verify the authenticity of your documents before applying for the DHA license.
DataFlow verification is mandatory for all DHA applicants.
Required Documents (for Dental Lab Technician / Lab Aide):
- 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 Dental Lab Technician / Lab Aide 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 Dental Lab Technician / Lab Aide - Complete Details
Dental Lab Technician Exam
- Role: Dental Lab Technician
- Code: DLT5521
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Total Questions: 150
- Pass Score: 55%
- Fee: USD $240
Dental Lab Aide Exam
- Role: Dental Lab Aide
- Code: DLT5522
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Total Questions: 150
- Pass Score: 50%
- Fee: USD $240
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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DHA Dental Lab Technician / Aide Exam
Exam Coverage (Syllabus)
The examination tests knowledge across 11 core domains of Dental Lab Technician / Aide practice:
- Dental Anatomy and Occlusion
- Dental Materials
- Removable Complete Prosthesis
- Fixed Restorations
- Removable Partial Prosthesis
- Infection Control
- Dental Implant Prosthesis
- Orthodontics appliances
- Maxillofacial Prosthesis
- Health and Safety
- CAD - Cam Restorations
Recommended References
The following texts are suggested for preparation, with the latest editions recommended:
- Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics by: Sumiya Hobo, Lowell D. Whitsett, Richard Jacobi, Susan E. Brackett Creator: Herbert T. Shillingburg Publisher: Quintessence Publishing (IL), Latest Edition.
- McCracken's Removable Partial Prosthodontics, by Glen P. McGivney, Alan B. Carr, William L. McCracken, Publisher: Mosby-Year Book, Latest Edition.
- Phillips' Science of Dental Materials, by By Kenneth J Anusavice, DMD, PhD, Publisher: WB Saunders, Latest Edition
- Dental Anatomy: Its Relevance to Dentistry, by J B Woelfel and Sheid ,Publisher: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
- Complete Dentures: From Planning to Problem Solving by P. Finbarr Allen, Scan McCarthy, Quintessence, Latest Edition.
- Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques by T M Graber and R L Vanarsdall, Publisher: Mosby, Latest Edition.
- Basic Infection Control for Healthcare Providers [ILLUSTRATED], by Michael Kennamer. Delmar Thomson learning, Inc., Latest Edition.
- Contemporary fixed prosthodontics (fifth edition) by rosenstiel, Land & Fujimoto.
- Implant Laboratory Procedures: A step-by-step Guide, by Carl Drago and Thomas Peterson, Latest Edition.
🌐 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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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.