Acute Internal Medicine

Updated December 2025

This guide provides a clear, step-by-step process for Acute Internal Medicine doctors seeking to obtain a professional license from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). This license is legally required to practice in Dubai and proves your qualifications and skills.

DHA Acute Internal Medicine License Pathways (Indian Doctors) - PQR 2025 (Final)

Acute Internal Medicine License Pathways for Indian Doctors (DHA / UAE PQR 2025) 🇮🇳➡️🇦🇪

A. Specialist – Main Category (Acute Internal Medicine)
Pathway Required Qualifications Experience
**Pathway 1** MBBS + **MD/DNB (Internal Medicine)** **3 years** experience post MD/DNB
**Pathway 2** MBBS + MD/DNB + **DM / FNB (Acute Internal Medicine)** **No experience** required
B. Specialist – Subspecialty (Acute Internal Medicine)
Requirement Required Qualifications Experience
**Standard** MBBS + MD/DNB + **DM / DrNB / FNB in respective Subspecialty** (See list below) **No experience** required
C. Consultant – Main Category (Acute Internal Medicine)
Note Required Qualifications Experience
Cannot become Consultant directly after MD/DNB. MBBS + MD/DNB + **DM/FNB (Critical Care)** **5 years** experience post DM/FNB
D. Consultant – Subspecialty (Acute Internal Medicine)
Requirement Required Qualifications Experience
**Standard** MBBS + MD/DNB + **DM/FNB in the Subspecialty** (See list below) **5 years** experience post DM/FNB

Recognized Acute Internal Medicine Subspecialties (Applicable to Specialist & Consultant)

  • Pre-Hospital Emergency Medicine
  • Stroke Medicine
**⚠️ Important Note:** For all surgical specialties, a **2-year patient logbook** is a mandatory requirement.

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 Acute Internal Medicine doctor in Dubai.

Documents Required to Open a Sheryan Account:
  • Valid Passport: A clear copy of your passport.
  • Passport-sized Photograph: A recent photograph with a white background.
  • Active Email ID: An email address that you check regularly for updates.

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.

Required Documents :
  • Higher 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 1235 (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 Exam

All exam details are consolidated in the Exam Details section below for your convenience.

 

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 Acute Internal Medicine Surgery License - Exam Guide

DHA Acute Internal Medicine Exam

For All Titles

Requires an **Oral Examination**.

Oral Examination for Consultants and Subspecialty Specialists

This assessment is mandatory for Consultant-level applicants.

Standard Fee **AED 500**
Urgent Fee **AED 2,000**
Format Can be conducted **in-person** or **virtually**.
Important Tip: Simultaneous Processing

You can complete the **DataFlow Verification** and the **DHA Exam/Oral Assessment** in any order, or concurrently, to significantly speed up your overall license application timeline.

DHA Exam & Experience Exemption (For Acute Internal Medicine)

Acute Internal Medicine are exempted from the DHA exam if they meet either of the following criteria:

✅ Criteria : License + GSC from Recognized Countries

Acute Internal Medicine holding a valid license and Good Standing Certificate (GSC) from one of the recognized licensing authorities listed below are exempted from the DHA Prometric exam, provided that:

  • The degree was obtained within the last 3 years, OR
  • There has been no gap in clinical practice since their last employment.

Recognized Countries & Licensing Authorities:

UK , USA, Australia, Canada, Ireland, Singapore, Germany, France, South Africa, New Zealand, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands, Iceland, Luxembourg, South Korea.

🌐 English Language Proficiency (if applicable)

If your medical education was not in English, you must pass one of the following language proficiency tests::

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

Activate the License:

Once you have a job, your employer will finalize the process and activate your official license, allowing you to legally work.

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