06/07/2024
To obtain a Dubai Health Authority (DHA) dentistry license as a Bangladeshi dentist, you'll need to follow a structured process that includes credential verification, exams, and meeting eligibility criteria. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚:
Educational Qualification: You need to have a recognized dental degree (BDS or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
Experience: Typically, you need a minimum of two years of post-internship clinical experience. However, requirements may vary, so check the latest DHA guidelines.
𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐏𝐒𝐕):
You must have your educational and professional credentials verified through the DHA’s Primary Source Verification (PSV) process, managed by DataFlow Group (https://www.dataflowgroup.com/). This involves submitting your documents for verification to ensure their authenticity.
𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
Passport copy
Recent passport-sized photograph
Educational certificates (Bachelor’s degree, and any higher qualifications)
Experience certificates
License from your home country (if applicable)
Good Standing Certificate from the regulatory authority in your home country
PSV report (if already done)
Other relevant documents as specified by DHA
𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭:
Register on the DHA Sheryan online licensing portal. This portal will be used to manage your application and track its status. Here is the link: https://services.dha.gov.ae/sheryan
𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
Complete the application form on the Sheryan portal.
Upload all required documents.
Pay the application and PSV fees.
𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
DHA will review your application and credentials. This may take several weeks.
𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
If your application is approved, you will be required to pass the DHA licensing exam for dentists. This typically includes:
Prometric Exam: A computer-based test covering general dentistry topics. This exam can be given from Bangladesh and India also from Prometric exam centers nominated by DHA.
Oral Assessment/Interview: Some candidates may also be required to attend an oral assessment.
𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
Study the DHA exam syllabus and review relevant dentistry topics.
Practice with sample questions and previous exam papers if available.
Consider enrolling in preparatory courses or study groups.
𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦:
Once eligible, schedule your exam date through the DHA website or the Prometric website.
Take the exam on the scheduled date. Ensure you have all required identification and documents.
𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬:
Results are usually provided within a few weeks. Passing the exam is required to proceed to the next step.
𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞:
After passing the exam, you can apply for your professional license.
Pay the licensing fee and submit any additional documents if required.
Once approved, you will receive your DHA dentistry license.
𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
After obtaining your license, you can register with a healthcare facility in Dubai and begin practicing as a dentist.
𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬:
Stay updated with any changes in DHA regulations or requirements.
Ensure all documents are accurate and up-to-date.
Contact DHA directly for any specific queries or clarifications.
For the most accurate and updated information, visit the Dubai Health Authority website (dha.gov.ae) or contact their customer service.
