DHA Aerospace Medicine Guide
Your clear, step-by-step path to practicing Aerospace Medicine in Dubai.
Updated August 2025
This guide provides a clear, step-by-step process for Aerospace 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.
Your DHA Licensing Journey: A Simple Overview
1
Check Eligibility
3
Verify Documents (Dataflow)
2
4
Pass Exam (CBT/Oral)
5
Get Eligibility Letter
Aerospace Medicine License Pathways for Doctor
| A. Specialist Aerospace Medicine | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pathway | Required Qualifications | Experience |
| **Pathway 1** | MBBS + MD Aerospace Medicine | **3 years** experience post MD/DNB |
| **Pathway 2** | MBBS + MD Aerospace Medicine + DM/DNB | **No experience** required |
| B. Specialist – Subspecialty (Aerospace Medicine) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Requirement | Required Qualifications | Experience |
| **Standard** | MBBS + MD Aerospace Medicine + DM / DrNB / FNB in respective subspecialty | No experience required |
| C. Consultant Aerospace Medicine | ||
|---|---|---|
| Note | Required Qualifications | Experience |
| Cannot become Consultant directly after MD/DNB. | MBBS + MD Aerospace Medicine + DM/DNB/DrNB/FNB | Five (5) year of experience post qualification |
| D. Consultant – Subspecialty (Aerospace Medicine) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Requirement | Required Qualifications | Experience |
| **Standard** | MBBS + MD Aerospace Medicine + DM/DNB/DrNB/FNB in the subspecialty | Five (5) years of experience post qualification |
Recognized Aerospace Medicine Subspecialties (Applicable to Specialist & Consultant)
- Addiction Medicine
- Clinical Informatics
- Medical Toxicology
- Undersea And Hyperbaric Medicine
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 Massage Therapist 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
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 Aerospace Medicine Exam
Oral Examination for all Specialists and Consultants
| Standard Fee | **AED 500** |
|---|---|
| Urgent Fee | **AED 2,000** |
| Format | Can be conducted **in-person** or **virtually**. |
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 Orthopedics)
Orthopedic are exempted from the DHA exam if they meet either of the following criteria:
✅ Criteria : License + GSC from Recognized Countries
Orthopedic 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.