DHA Public Health License Guide
Easy Steps to Work as a Public Health in Dubai
If you’re a Public Health who wants to work in Dubai, you’ll need a special 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.
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 or oral assessment to prove your Public Health 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Entomologist | Bachelor in Entomology | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
| Medical Entomologist | Bachelor’s degree in biology, Zoology, Physical Anthropology, Microbiology, Medical Laboratory, or equivalent And Post graduate qualification in Entomology (minimum of one (1) year course duration) | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
| Public Health Professional | Bachelor’s degree in Public Health | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in the public health field |
| Public Health - Epidemiology | Bachelor’s degree in public health or health Specialty And Post graduate qualification in related specialty (minimum one (1) year course duration) | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
| Public Health - Epidemiology | Bachelor in the Specialty Field | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
| Public Health - Environmental health | Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or Health Specialty And Post graduate qualification in related specialty (minimum one (1) year course duration) | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
| Public Health - Environmental health | Bachelor in the Specialty Field | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
| Public Health - Biostatistics | Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or Health Specialty And Post graduate qualification in related specialty (minimum one (1) year course duration) | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
| Public Health - Biostatistics | Bachelor in the Specialty Field | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
| Public Health - Biostatistics | Bachelor in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent And Post graduate qualification in Biostatistics (minimum one (1) year course duration) | Two (2) years’ of experience post qualification in related field |
* Titles apply for Government Health Facilities only
Additional Requirements
- Registration/License: Applicants must hold a valid License/Registration to practice in 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. 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
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 Public Health 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 (for Public Health):
- 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 Public Health 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 Public Health Exam - Complete Details
Public Health Oral Assessment
Oral Assessment is required for Public Health.
You can directly book oral exam by DHA sheryan Portal
How to book Oral Exam
- Applicant views and selects the preferred date or date range
- Pay required fees
- Oral Assessment team confirms assessment date
- Oral assessment is conducted
- Receive results on Sheryan (registration is issued in case of passing the assessment)
Oral Assessment Fees
- Normal Oral Assessment Fees: AED 250
- Urgent Oral Assessment Fees: AED 2000
DHA Public Health Licensing Cost
Your estimated license cost will appear here.
* Costs exclude potential university/authority verification charges or English proficiency test fees (IELTS/TOEFL/OET).
DHA Exam & Experience Exemption for Public Health
Public Health are exempted from the DHA exam if they meet either of the following criteria:
✅ Criteria: License + GSC from Recognized Countries
Public Health 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