Last updated on: 06/05/2026 Nursingmanthra
The DOH Abu Dhabi license, commonly known by many candidates as the HAAD license, is mandatory for healthcare professionals who wish to work in Abu Dhabi. Doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, and allied health professionals must meet the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi requirements before they can legally practice in Abu Dhabi.
Many candidates still use the old term HAAD, but the current authority is DOH – Department of Health Abu Dhabi. The licensing process is now mainly handled through TAMM, UAE PASS, DataFlow verification, and Pearson VUE examination, depending on the professional category.
This guide explains the complete DOH / HAAD license process, required documents, DataFlow verification, exam booking, fees, facility nomination, and final license activation.
What is DOH / HAAD license?
A DOH license is the official healthcare professional license issued under the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi. It allows qualified healthcare professionals to work legally in hospitals, clinics, medical centres, and other healthcare facilities in Abu Dhabi.
The old name HAAD – Health Authority Abu Dhabi is still commonly used by candidates, especially when searching for “HAAD exam” or “HAAD license.” However, the current authority is DOH Abu Dhabi.
Who needs a DOH Abu Dhabi license?
The DOH license process is required for healthcare professionals such as:
Doctors
Dentists
Registered nurses
Assistant nurses
Pharmacists
Physiotherapists
Laboratory technicians
Radiographers
Dental assistants
Optometrists
Dietitians
Occupational therapists
Speech therapists
Other allied health professionals
Each profession has different eligibility criteria, qualification requirements, experience requirements, and exam requirements.
Step 1: Check eligibility through DOH PQR
Before starting the application, candidates must check whether they meet the Professional Qualification Requirements, also called PQR.
The PQR is used by UAE health authorities to assess the documents submitted by applicants. It focuses on educational qualification, experience, and professional licensure requirements.
Eligibility usually depends on:
Educational qualification
Course duration
Internship, if applicable
Professional registration/license
Recent clinical experience
Experience gap
Specialty title
Previous UAE license, if any
Good standing status
DataFlow result
Candidates should not start the application blindly. First, confirm the correct professional title as per PQR.
Step 2: Prepare required documents
Prepare clear scanned copies of all documents before starting the application.
Required documents may include:
Passport copy
Passport-size photo
Updated CV
Degree / diploma certificate
Mark lists / transcripts
Internship certificate, if applicable
Professional registration certificate
Valid license from home country or last working country
Good standing certificate
Experience certificates
Previous UAE license, if any
Previous DataFlow report, if any
Name change proof, if applicable
BLS / ACLS / specialty certificates, if required
Employment offer or facility details, if available
All certificates must be clear, readable, and matching with your professional experience.
Step 3: DataFlow / Primary Source Verification
DataFlow is the primary source verification process used to verify your education, license, and experience directly from the issuing authorities.
For DOH licensing, DataFlow may verify:
Educational qualification
Professional registration/license
Experience certificates
Good standing certificate
Specialty qualification, if applicable
A positive DataFlow report is important for smooth processing. If a document receives a negative discrepancy, the application may be delayed, rejected, or require additional clarification.
If you already have a DataFlow report from DHA, MOHAP, or another UAE authority, it may be possible to transfer or link the report, depending on the case and DOH requirements.
Step 4: Create UAE PASS and access TAMM
DOH services are accessed through the TAMM platform. Candidates and facilities may need UAE PASS login for digital access and identity verification.
The TAMM service page provides the option to issue a healthcare professional license in Abu Dhabi.
For many candidates, the application process involves:
UAE PASS login
TAMM access
Professional profile creation
Document upload
DataFlow case linking
Exam payment
Exam booking
Facility nomination
Final license activation
Step 5: Submit DOH application through TAMM
Once documents are ready, the application can be submitted through the relevant DOH/TAMM service.
During the application, make sure:
The correct professional category is selected.
The name matches the passport and certificates.
Experience certificates are uploaded correctly.
License and good standing are valid and matching.
DataFlow details are entered correctly.
All documents are uploaded in the correct section.
If there is any mismatch, the application may be returned for update.
Step 6: DOH exam / HAAD exam through Pearson VUE
For many professional categories, candidates must pass the DOH exam. This exam is still commonly called the HAAD exam by candidates.
DOH exam booking is done through Pearson VUE after the required DOH payment is completed in TAMM. Pearson VUE states that after the DOH payment in TAMM, a redirect link will appear under the action dropdown, and the candidate can select the exam date, time, and location.
Candidates should print the booking confirmation and carry it to the test centre.
The exam may be required for:
Doctors
Dentists
Nurses
Pharmacists
Allied health professionals
Technicians
Other clinical categories
Some candidates may be exempted depending on specialty, previous UAE license, recognized qualifications, or current authority rules.
Step 7: DOH fees
DOH fees can vary depending on profession, service type, DataFlow requirements, exam requirement, and final license activation.
As per the TAMM healthcare professional licence service page, the application fee is listed as AED 100. Written exam DOH fee is listed as AED 100 for physicians, dentists, and pharmacists, and AED 50 for other categories.
Candidates should note that additional costs may apply, including:
DataFlow verification fee
Pearson VUE exam fee
Document attestation charges
Good standing certificate fee
Service charges, if using professional assistance
Final license activation fee, if applicable
Facility-related processing charges, if applicable
Always check the latest fee before payment.
Step 8: Eligibility approval
After completing DataFlow and exam requirements, the candidate may receive eligibility or approval to proceed further.
However, eligibility approval does not always mean the final license is active. For many DOH applications, the final license requires employer or facility involvement.
Step 9: Facility nomination and staff data form
To activate the final DOH license, the candidate usually needs a healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi to nominate or link the professional.
The facility may request:
Staff data form
Offer letter or employment details
Passport copy
Emirates ID, if available
Visa details
DOH eligibility details
DataFlow report
Exam result
Professional documents
Malpractice insurance, if required
Medical fitness, if required
This stage is very important because many candidates pass the exam but cannot activate the final license without a facility.
Step 10: Final DOH license activation
After facility nomination and final approval, the DOH license can be activated. Once the license is active, the professional can legally practice in Abu Dhabi under the approved facility and professional title.
The license should be renewed as per DOH rules and facility requirements.
Common reasons for DOH application rejection or delay
Wrong professional title selected
Qualification not matching PQR
Insufficient experience
Experience gap without proper explanation
Expired professional registration
Good standing certificate not available
DataFlow negative discrepancy
Name mismatch in documents
Incomplete document upload
Experience certificate without proper stamp or signature
Application submitted without facility requirement awareness
Wrong exam category selected
Important tips before applying
Check PQR before starting the application.
Do not upload fake or unsupported experience.
Keep your home country license valid.
Get good standing certificate early.
Use the same name format in all documents.
Upload clear scanned copies only.
Do not book exam under the wrong category.
Keep previous UAE DataFlow report if available.
Understand that final license activation may need facility nomination.
DOH license process summary
- Check eligibility as per PQR.
- Prepare documents.
- Complete DataFlow verification.
- Create UAE PASS.
- Access DOH/TAMM service.
- Submit application.
- Pay applicable fees.
- Book DOH exam through Pearson VUE, if required.
- Pass the exam.
- Complete facility nomination.
- Activate final DOH license.
How Nursing Manthra can help
Nursing Manthra assists healthcare professionals with:
DOH / HAAD eligibility checking
Document review
DataFlow guidance
DOH/TAMM application support
Pearson VUE exam booking guidance
Nursing and allied health exam preparation
Facility nomination guidance
DHA, MOHAP, DOH, and other Gulf licensing applications
For assistance with further processing or any Gulf country licensing application, contact Nursing Manthra through WhatsApp.
FAQ:
HAAD is the old name used for Abu Dhabi healthcare licensing. The current authority is DOH – Department of Health Abu Dhabi. Many candidates still call the exam “HAAD exam,” but officially it is under DOH.
Yes. Healthcare professionals must have the required DOH approval/license to legally work in Abu Dhabi.
Yes, DataFlow or primary source verification is usually required for educational, license, experience, and good standing documents.
After DOH payment is completed in TAMM, Pearson VUE states that a redirect link will appear in TAMM, allowing candidates to book the exam date, time, and location.
PQR means Professional Qualification Requirements. It is used to assess whether the candidate meets the required education, experience, and licensure standards.
In some cases, candidates can start DataFlow and exam-related steps without a final job offer, but final license activation usually requires a facility or employer process.
Facility nomination means an Abu Dhabi healthcare facility links or nominates the healthcare professional for final license activation.
TAMM lists the application fee as AED 100. Written exam DOH fee is listed as AED 100 for physicians, dentists, and pharmacists, and AED 50 for other categories. Additional charges may apply.
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Shincy George, RN, MSN (Cardiothoracic Nursing), SCFHS-RN, DHA RN, MOH UAE RN, NCLEX-RN (USA), is the Founder of Nursing Manthra Academy.
With extensive international clinical and academic experience, she is dedicated to guiding healthcare professionals through global licensing pathways. Through Nursing Manthra, she supports internationally educated healthcare professionals in achieving their career goals across Canada, USA, UAE, Middle East, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries.
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