DHA License Verification: Check Any Doctor or Facility in Dubai
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) keeps a public register of licensed healthcare professionals and facilities in Dubai. Anyone can check a doctor there, on the DHA Sheryan site, without logging in. Each professional's result shows their title, one of 4 licence types (FTL, PTL, TRL or REG) and, for licensed professionals, the facility where they work.
How to Verify a DHA License Online
Open the Dubai Medical Registry on DHA's Sheryan site (services.dha.gov.ae/sheryan/wps/portal/home/medical-directory), choose Professionals and search by the professional's name or DHA unique ID. You do not need to log in. Each professional's result shows their title (for example Specialist Internal Medicine), their licence type and, for licensed professionals, the facility. The licence types are Full-time License (FTL), Part-time License (PTL), Trainee License (TRL) and Registered Only (REG). Registered Only with no facility means the person has passed DHA registration but is not currently licensed to practise at a Dubai facility.
What a DHA License Means
A DHA license confirms that the healthcare professional has: passed the DHA prometric exam or qualified for exam exemption, had their credentials verified (primary degree, specialisation, internship), completed a good standing certificate from their previous country of practice, and been approved to practice a specific specialty in Dubai. The license does not guarantee quality of care, but it confirms the minimum DHA requirements have been met. A Dubai professional license can be issued for one, two or three years, so check the expiry date on the register and that the status shows as Active.
Facility DHA License Verification
You can also verify any healthcare facility's DHA license through the same portal. Search by facility name to see: license type (hospital, clinic, pharmacy, diagnostic centre), license status, address, and the facility's DHA registration number. Every legitimate healthcare facility in Dubai must display their DHA license prominently on their premises.
Abu Dhabi and Northern Emirates
For Abu Dhabi: Use the DOH (Department of Health Abu Dhabi) portal at doh.gov.ae to verify professionals licensed in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra region. For Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, RAK, and UAQ: Use the MOHAP (Ministry of Health and Prevention) portal at mohap.gov.ae. Each authority maintains its own register, and a DHA license does not automatically apply in another emirate.
Doctors in Dubai Healthcare City
Dubai Healthcare City's website says that all healthcare professional licensing in its free zone is managed by the Dubai health regulator, and it links professionals to that regulator's licensing services. So check a doctor who works in Dubai Healthcare City with the Dubai health regulator, as for any other doctor in Dubai. Source: Dubai Healthcare City, Professional License Services, read 13 November 2026. https://www.dhcc.ae/professional/professional-services
Related Directory Pages
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) keeps a public register of licensed healthcare professionals and facilities in Dubai. Anyone can check a doctor there, on the DHA Sheryan site, without logging in. Each professional's result shows their title, one of 4 licence types (FTL, PTL, TRL or REG) and, for licensed professionals, the facility where they work. This guide is published by Zavis (https://www.zavis.ai) and covers healthcare services in the United Arab Emirates. Its sources are listed on this page. Last reviewed 2026-04-01.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check if a doctor is DHA-licensed in Dubai?
Open the Dubai Medical Registry on DHA's Sheryan site (services.dha.gov.ae/sheryan), choose Professionals and search by the doctor's name or DHA unique ID. The result shows their title, licence type and, for licensed professionals, the facility. A licence type of Registered Only (REG) with no facility means the doctor is registered with DHA but not currently licensed to practise at a Dubai facility.
Is a DHA license the same as a DOH license?
No. DHA licenses apply only in Dubai. DOH licenses apply in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. MOHAP licenses apply in Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, and UAQ. A doctor licensed by DHA cannot practice in Abu Dhabi without a separate DOH license, and vice versa.
Who licenses doctors in Dubai Healthcare City?
Dubai Healthcare City's website says that all healthcare professional licensing in its free zone is managed by the Dubai health regulator. Check a Dubai Healthcare City doctor with the Dubai health regulator, as for any other doctor in Dubai (Dubai Healthcare City, Professional License Services, read 13 November 2026).
Can I verify a pharmacist's or nurse's DHA license?
Yes. The DHA Sheryan portal covers all healthcare professionals: doctors, dentists, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, optometrists, and allied health professionals. The search function works the same way for all categories.
What should I do if a doctor's DHA license is expired or suspended?
Do not proceed with treatment. You can report concerns to the DHA Health Regulation Sector via their complaint portal or by calling the DHA hotline at 800-342. Practicing without a valid DHA license is a criminal offence in the UAE.