MOHAP Licensing Guide
Your Complete Guide to the MOHAP License
Step-by-step process to get licensed as a healthcare professional across Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, and UAQ. Everything you need, from eligibility to exam day.
3 Simple steps to your license
8–16 Weeks total processing time
60% Pass mark — 100 MCQs in 3 hours
Introduction
What is MOHAP?
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) is the UAE's federal health authority. It regulates and licenses healthcare professionals to work across all Emirates except Dubai and Abu Dhabi, which have their own licensing bodies (DHA and DOH/HAAD respectively). To practice medicine, you need a MOHAP license — obtained by passing the MOHAP exam and completing the verification process.
Covers all Emirates except Dubai (DHA) and Abu Dhabi (DOH/HAAD)
MOHAP license is mandatory to practice in Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah & UAQ
The Process
3 Steps to Your MOHAP License
Follow these three steps to get your MOHAP license and start practicing across the Northern Emirates.
DataFlow Verification
Submit your credentials for primary source verification through DataFlow Group. This confirms the authenticity of your qualifications before you can proceed.
MOHAP Exam
Take the computer-based MOHAP licensing exam at an authorized Pearson VUE test center. The exam covers clinical knowledge relevant to healthcare practice in the UAE.
License Issuance
After passing the exam and completing all requirements, MOHAP issues your professional license. This authorizes you to practice across the Northern Emirates.
Checklist
Documents Required
Gather these documents before starting your MOHAP application to avoid delays.
Avoid These Errors
Common DataFlow Mistakes
These are the most frequent reasons for DataFlow rejection or delays.
Exam Content
Exam Syllabus
The MOHAP licensing exam covers these clinical subjects. The exam consists of 100 MCQs to be completed in 3 hours.
Where to Take the Exam
MOHAP Test Centers
Book your exam at any authorized Pearson VUE center in the UAE.
Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
Ensure you meet all criteria before starting the MOHAP licensing process.
License Transfer
License Conversion
If you already hold a valid medical license from another emirate (e.g., DHA or DOH/HAAD), you may be eligible to convert it to a MOHAP license without retaking the exam. The conversion process requires a valid existing license, DataFlow verification, and additional document review by MOHAP. Processing typically takes 2-4 weeks.
Note: Conversion eligibility depends on the specific license type and the issuing authority. Contact MOHAP directly for the latest requirements.
Life in the Northern Emirates
Family Sponsorship & Benefits
Working as a healthcare professional in the Northern Emirates comes with competitive compensation and family benefits.
15-40K
AED monthly salary range
AED 3,000–5,000/mo
Housing allowance (varies by employer)
AED 5,000–10,000/mo
Family accommodation package
AED 1,000–2,000/mo
Education allowance per child
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the MOHAP licensing process.
How long does the entire MOHAP licensing process take?
The complete process typically takes 8–16 weeks. DataFlow verification takes 4–8 weeks, the MOHAP exam can be scheduled within 2–4 weeks, and the license issuance takes another 2–4 weeks after passing.