DHA Midwifery License Guide

Easy Steps to Work as a Midwifery in Dubai

Updated January 2026

If you’re a Midwifery who wants to work in Dubai, you’ll need a special DHA Midwifery license from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). This license is required by law and proves you have the right training and skills. This guide will walk you through each step of the process, from checking if you qualify to getting your first job, so you can confidently start your new career in Dubai.

Steps Overview
Requirements
Application Process
Exam Details
Cost Calculator
Exam Exemption

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

Take the Exam

Pass the DHA’s computer-based test to prove your Midwifery 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.

Qualification and Experience Requirements

Position Qualifications Experience
Registered Midwife Bachelor’s degree in Midwifery or equivalent qualification in Midwifery (minimum three (3) years course duration) Two (2) years of experience post qualification as a Midwife in a maternity hospital or related setting
Registered Midwife BSc in Nursing or equivalent (minimum three (3) years course duration) And Midwifery Certificate (minimum one (1) year course duration) Two (2) years of experience post qualification as a Midwife in a maternity hospital or related setting
Midwife Practitioner Fulfill the requirements of Registered Midwife. And completing one of the following postgraduate qualifications: Clinical Master in Midwife Practitioner not less than 1 year that includes supervised clinical practice for advanced midwifery Practitioner (Or) Doctoral degree in Midwife Practitioner that includes supervised clinical practice for advanced midwifery Two (2) years of experience post qualification as a Midwife in a maternity hospital or related setting

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

  Additional Requirements

  • Registration/License: Valid and active nursing license from Midwifery Council or your respective State Nursing Council.
  • Good Standing Certificate (GSC): A valid GSC is required from the same licensing authority that issued your license. The certificate must be issued within the last six months of your application date.

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 Midwifery 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 (for Indian Nurses):
  • Degree or Diploma Certificate (Midwifery qualification)
  • Valid License or Registration
  • 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 Midwifery 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 Exam for Midwifery - Complete Details

   Registered Midwife Exam

  • Role: Registered Midwife
  • Code: MID5102
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Total Questions: 150
  • Pass Score: 50%
  • Fee: USD $240

  Midwife Practitioner Exam

  • Role: Assistant Nurse
  • Mode: Oral Assessment
  • Duration: 
  • Total Questions: 
  • Pass Score: 
  • Fee: AED 250

Booking Steps (Via Prometric)

  1. Visit: prometric.com/dha
  2. Select Exam: Schedule: Choose date, center in India
  3. Pay: USD 240 (credit/debit card)
  4. 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
DHA Exam Prometric Test Center Locations

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Exam Coverage Areas

The 150 questions cover the following core domains of nursing practice:

  • Antenatal Care
  • Intrapartum Care
  • Ethics and Legal Issues
  • Antepartum Care
  • Postpartum Care
  • Newborn Care
  • Gynecological Care
  • Pharmacology in Midwifery
  • Counseling and Education

Recommended References

The following texts and resources are recommended for preparation (use the Latest Edition for all):

  • Fetal Heart Monitoring, Latest Edition.
  • AWHONN`s Perinatal Nursing: Co-Published with AWHONN, Latest Edition.
  • Master the NCLEX-PN: Maternal/Newborn Nursing, Latest Edition.
  • Mayes` Midwifery: A Textbook for Midwives, Latest Edition.
  • Olds’ Maternal-Newborn Nursing and Women’s Health Across the Lifespan Plus New My Nursing Lab with Pearson
    e-text, Access Card Package, by Michele R. Davidson, Latest Edition.
  • NCLEX-RN® Maternal-Neonatal Nursing Made Incredibly Easy! (Incredibly Easy! Series) by Lippincott, Latest Edition

DHA Exam & Experience Exemption Midwifery

Midwives are exempted from the DHA exam if they meet either of the following criteria:

✅ Criteria: License + GSC from Recognized Countries

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