No, it’s not mandatory, but health facilities should have a medical director and health professionals based on their operational specialties.

You must meet the licensing criteria in accordance with the UAE unified requirements

Some facilities can be fully owned by foreigners according to the new UAE rules, while others may require a service agent or UAE ownership

Here are the key points to consider when seeking recognition for your license within DOH, MOH, and DHA:

1. A Valid UAE License: To benefit from license recognition, you must possess a valid health license issued by any of the authorities in the UAE.
2. GSC and PSV Report: You’ll need to submit a UAE Good Standing Certificate (GSC) and an updated comprehensive Primary Source Verification (PSV) report as requested by the new Health Authority.
3. Title Consistency: Your recognized license will grant you the same title as previously granted if it’s listed in the PQR. You cannot apply for a higher or lower title unless you meet the specific requirements outlined in the PQR.
4. UAE License Validity Period: If your UAE Health license has expired or been cancelled, it must not exceed six (6) months of expiry at the time of your application to be considered for recognition.

Typically, non-UAE nationals may face eligibility restrictions on practicing again if they exceed five (5) years. However, the Gap of Practice is recognized from crossing the two (2) years.

In case you fail to obtain your license before this specified period elapses, you will need to fulfill the following to stay on your healthcare track and avoid interrupting your career.

1. Clinical Training Program: You are required to complete an accredited clinical training program in your specialty field. It is essential that this program takes place in an Approved Practice Setting (APS) recognized by the Authorities.
2. CME/CPD Credits: If your clinical practice gap exceeds two (2) years, you will need Continuing Medical Education (CME) or Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits. These credits should align with your specialty and meet the standards set by UAE Authorities.

1.        Reserve a Trade Name from the Department of Economic Development (DED)

2.      Obtain initial approval of Health facilities

3.      Prepare your facility for inspection as per the standard

4.      Get Approval from the health authority

5.      Get Your Documents Submitted

6.      Get Your Final Approval

7.       Get your final health License

The health facility  license to will be considered expired by force of law in any of the following cases:

• The facility’s ownership is transferred to another owner other than whose name the facility health license was issued
• The facility gets closed for a period of six consecutive months
• The facility fails to commence its activity after the elapse of over six months from the date of licensing.