1. Understand the Licensing Authorities
A medical license from one of the following health bodies is required in order to work in Dubai:
- Dubai Health Authority (DHA): for employment in Dubai
- For Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, and Ras Al Khaimah, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) is responsible.
- DOH (Department of Health – Abu Dhabi) – for Abu Dhabi and Al Ain
Since you’re interested in Dubai, your focus should be on DHA licensing.