Process to become a licensed Nurse in the UAE

Application and Licensure Process

The step-by-step process to become a licensed RN in the UAE is as follows:

1. Eligibility Check:

• Confirm that educational and experience qualifications meet the PQR standards of the relevant authority (DHA, DOH, or MOHAP).

2. DataFlow Verification:

• Register with DataFlow, upload required documents, and pay the verification fee.

3. Prometric Exam Registration:

• Apply for the Prometric exam through the regulatory authority’s portal.

• Schedule and pass the exam to receive the eligibility letter.

4. Job Application:

• Secure a job offer from a UAE healthcare institution (e.g., hospital, clinic, or private care facility).

• Online job portals like LinkedIn, Indeed, and Gulf Talent, or healthcare recruitment agencies like ACOUP, can assist in finding vacancies.

• The employer may assist with completing the licensure process.

5. License Application:

• Submit the eligibility letter, DataFlow report, and other required documents (e.g., passport, BLS certificate, English test results) to the regulatory authority.

• Pay the licensure application fee (varies by authority, typically AED 200–1,000).

6. License Issuance:

• Upon approval, the regulatory authority issues a professional nursing license, allowing the nurse to practice as an RN in the specified emirate.

7. Visa and Residency:

• The employer typically sponsors the nurse for a work visa and residency permit.

• Required documents include the nursing license, passport, medical fitness test results, and a police clearance certificate.

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