DHA vs HAAD vs MOH License – Which UAE License Do You Need?
Healthcare professionals planning to work in the UAE must obtain a license from one of the country's healthcare regulatory authorities.
The three major licenses are:
- DHA License
- HAAD License
- MOH License
DHA License
Issued by
Dubai Health Authority
Region covered
Dubai
Official website
Professionals working in Dubai hospitals must obtain a DHA license.
HAAD License
Issued by
Department of Health Abu Dhabi
Region covered
Abu Dhabi
Website
MOH License
Issued by
UAE Ministry of Health
Region covered
- Sharjah
- Ajman
- Fujairah
- Umm Al Quwain
- Ras Al Khaimah
Website
Can These Licenses Be Transferred?
In many cases, professionals can convert one UAE license into another through the licensing transfer process.
For example:
- DHA → HAAD
- HAAD → MOH
- MOH → DHA
Which License is Best?
The best license depends on the emirate where you want to work.
Dubai hospitals require a DHA license.
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