DHA Renal Dialysis License Guide
Easy Steps to Work as a Renal Dialysis in Dubai
If you’re a Renal Dialysis 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 Renal Dialysis 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Technologist | Bachelor’s degree in Dialysis Technology or equivalent qualification in dialysis technology (minimum three (3) years course duration) | One (1) years of experience post qualification in a related field |
| Dialysis Technologist | Bachelor’s degree in Nursing | Two (2) years of experience post qualification in a related field |
| Dialysis Technician* | Completion of a dialysis technician program Or Licensed as Registered Nurse | Two (2) years of experience post qualification in related field |
*Dialysis Technician cannot work independently; a dialysis technologist must be available in the same facility.
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 Renal Dialysis 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 Renal Dialysis):
- Degree Certificate (Renal Dialysis qualification)
- 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 Renal Dialysis 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 Renal Dialysis Exam - Complete Details
Dialysis Technologist Exam
- Role: Dialysis Technologist
- Code: RDT5162
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Total Questions: 150
- Pass Score: 55%
- Fee: USD $240
Dialysis Technician Exam
- Role: Dialysis Technician
- Code: RDT5161
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Total Questions: 150
- Pass Score: 50%
- Fee: USD $240
Booking Steps (Via Prometric)
- Visit: prometric.com/dha
- Select Exam: Schedule: Choose date, center in India
- 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
DHA Prometric Exam Centers in India
You can take the DHA Prometric Exam at any of these authorized test centers in India:
📍 Ahmedabad | 📍 Bangalore | 📍 Chennai | 📍 Hyderabad | 📍 Gurgaon | 📍 Kolkata | 📍 Mumbai | 📍 Trivandrum
Core Content Areas
The examination assesses competency across the following critical domains of dialysis practice:
Dialysis Machine Set-up
Dialysis Treatment Initiation
Patient Monitoring
Dialysis Treatment Termination
Documentation
Equipment Monitoring and Maintenance
Water System Management
Vascular Access
Recommended References for Study
Candidates are advised to prepare using the following professional publications and guidelines:
Core Curriculum for the Dialysis Technician, Medical Education Institute, 4th Edition, 2008, Amgen.
Fundamentals of Nursing: Standards and Practice, DeLaune and Ladner, 3rd Edition, 2006, Delmar.
Handbook of Dialysis Therapy, Nissenson and Fine, 4th Edition, 2007, Saunders.
Manual of Clinical Dialysis, Ahmad, 2nd Edition, 2009, Springer.
Oxford Handbook of Dialysis, Levy et al, 3rd Edition, 2009, Oxford University Press.
Principles and Practices of Dialysis, Henrich, 4th Edition, 2009, Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins.
“Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Patient Assessment,” National Kidney Foundation, 2008, available at
http://www.kidney.org/professionals/pdf/ANNA_form3.pdf
DHA Renal Dialysis License Cost Calculator 🧮
Estimate your total mandatory application costs in AED and INR based on the provided guide.
(Base fee covers 4 documents: Degree, License, GSC, and 1 Experience Letter. Enter 0 if you have no others.)
Estimated Cost Summary
DataFlow PSV Base Fee: (AED) / (INR)
Extra Document PSV Fee: (AED) / (INR)
DHA Exam Fee (USD $\to$ AED): (AED) / (INR)
Eligibility Letter Fee: (AED) / (INR)
**TOTAL ESTIMATED COST:** **AED** / **INR**
1 USD $\approx$ 3.67 AED
1 AED $\approx$ 24.14 INR
*Costs are estimates only. They do not include the mandatory 5% VAT on DataFlow fees, bank/transaction charges, or any extra verification fees charged by your university/licensing body.*
DHA Exam & Experience Exemption for Renal Dialysis
Renal Dialysis are exempted from the DHA exam if they meet either of the following criteria:
✅ Criteria: License + GSC from Recognized Countries
Renal Dialysis 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