How to Schedule DHA & Other Prometric Licensing Exams

Whether you’re a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, lab technologist, physiotherapist, or another healthcare professional aiming to work in the Gulf region, passing the relevant licensing exam is a crucial step for practicing in your country of choice. Each Gulf country has its own unique application process, eligibility criteria, and exam scheduling system, which is most commonly managed through the Prometric or Pearson VUE platforms. For some countries, such as Saudi Arabia (SCFHS), DataFlow verification is also required before you can schedule your exam.

This article provides a clear, step-by-step guide to planning your Prometric or Pearson VUE licensing exam, including the DataFlow verification process where applicable, and understanding the specific requirements for each Gulf regulatory authority, including OMSB (Oman), DHA (Dubai), QCHP (Qatar), SCFHS (Saudi Arabia), and NHRA (Bahrain). Read the complete article to know the step-by-step guide for each country to schedule your exam.

How to Schedule Your DHA Exam- Dubai Health Authority

To appear for the DHA licensing exam, you must first complete the eligibility process through the official DHA Sheryan portal, which involves creating a profile, obtaining your DHA Unique ID, and generating an Eligibility ID. Once this process is complete, you can then proceed to schedule your exam through Prometric, the authorized testing provider for DHA computer-based exams.

Step-by-Step Guide to Schedule Your DHA Exam

1. Create an Account on the DHA Sheryan Portal

Visit: https://services.dha.gov.ae/
Register using your full name exactly as it appears on your passport.
Select your professional category (e.g., General Practitioner, Nurse, Periodontist, Pediatrician, etc.).

⚠️ Make sure your name matches your passport. This is important because when you schedule your exam through Prometric, the system will automatically pull your data from the DHA portal. Any mismatch may cause issues at the test center.

2. Find Your DHA Unique ID

After registering, log in to your Sheryan dashboard.
Your DHA Unique ID will appear in the top right corner of your dashboard.
You will need this ID for DataFlow verification and generating your eligibility number.

3. Fulfill Experience & PSV Requirements

Minimum experience required:

2 years for Physicians, Nurses, and Allied Health Professionals
3 years for Specialists

Primary Source Verification (PSV) through DataFlow Group is mandatory.

Create an account on https://dha.dfgateway.com/
Enter your DHA Unique ID during registration

Also Read: Step-by-Step DataFlow Verification for DHA, SCFHS, Oman, Qatar

4. Generate Your DHA Eligibility Number

Once you’ve created your Sheryan account and received your DHA Unique ID, you can generate your Eligibility ID yourself by following these steps:

1. Visit the DHA Prometric Eligibility page

2. Enter your DHA Unique ID

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Enter your email and select your exam category.

3. Select your:

Professional Category (e.g., Allied Health, Physician, Nurse)
Title (e.g., General Practitioner, Specialist, Technician)
Specialty (e.g., Pediatrics, Radiology, Dentistry)

4. Click Generate — your Eligibility ID will be created instantly.

5. This ID is required to schedule your exam via Prometric.

5. Schedule Your Exam on Prometric

Go to: https://www.prometric.com/exams/dha

Click Schedule, and you’ll be asked to:

Enter your Eligibility ID
Enter the first 4 letters of your name (exactly as registered)

Once verified, you’ll be redirected to:

Search your preferred test center
View available dates
Choose your exam center and date
Make the payment to confirm your booking

6. Get Your Confirmation

After successful payment, you’ll receive an email confirmation with your:
Exam date
Exam location
Candidate details

Important Note: Bring your original passport to the exam center on the day of your test. It is required for identity verification.

How to Schedule Your OMSB Exam (Oman Medical Specialty Board)

OMSB (Oman Medical Specialty Board) conducts its licensing exams through the Pearson VUE platform for various healthcare categories. A minimum of 3 years of work experience is typically required to be eligible. Candidates are allowed to attempt the OMSB exam up to three times, and each attempt requires a separate exam booking fee.

Unlike other Gulf exams, OMSB does not require an eligibility number to schedule the exam. This means candidates can book their exam directly through Pearson VUE even before completing their PSV (Primary Source Verification).

However, please note that PSV through DataFlow Group is mandatory for the licensing process after passing the exam.

Steps to Schedule Your OMSB Exam via Pearson VUE

1. Visit the Pearson VUE website and search for “OMSB (Oman Medical Specialty Board)” from the list of available exams.

2. Once selected, you’ll be prompted to create a Pearson VUE account. Fill in the required information accurately, including:

Education level
Course completion date
Institution name
Date of birth

3. After creating your account, you’ll be redirected to a page where you need to select your exam category (e.g., General Practitioner, Pediatrics, etc.).

4. On the next page, enter your preferred location to search for available test centers and dates near you.

5. Choose your preferred center and date, then proceed to make the payment to confirm your booking.

6. Once the payment is complete, you will receive a confirmation email with your:

Exam date
Test center address
Booking reference details

Important Note: Please carry your original passport to the test center on the day of your exam, as it is required for identity verification.

How to Schedule Your SCFHS Licensing Exam (Saudi Arabia)

To appear for the SCFHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties) licensing exam, you must first complete the PSV (Primary Source Verification) through DataFlow Group and obtain an Eligibility Number via the Mumaris Plus platform. This eligibility number is mandatory for booking your exam through Prometric.

SCFHS Exam Attempts and Eligibility Validity

Candidates are allowed a total of 3 attempts to pass the SCFHS exam.
After the first and second attempts, you may apply to SCFHS for reactivation of your eligibility number to obtain a third and final attempt.
Your Eligibility ID is valid for 3 months from the date of issuance.
During these 3 months, you are allowed to take the exam twice.
If your eligibility period expires, you must contact SCFHS directly to check if an extension is possible.

Step-by-Step Guide to Schedule Your SCFHS Exam (Saudi Arabia)

1. Apply for PSV (Primary Source Verification) via DataFlow Group

Start by registering directly on the DataFlow Group portal for SCFHS:

Fill in your personal and professional details and upload all required documents:

Degree certificate
Professional license/registration (if applicable)
Experience certificate(s)
Passport copy
Any other required credentials
Pay the DataFlow verification fee to initiate the process

Also Read: Step-by-Step DataFlow Verification for DHA, SCFHS, Oman, Qatar

2. Create an Account on Mumaris Plus

Once your PSV is complete or in process, register on the SCFHS portal:
? https://portal.scfhs.org.sa

Fill in your personal, educational, and professional details
This account will be used to manage all your SCFHS applications (classification, registration, exam, etc.)

3. Apply for SCFHS Professional Classification & Registration

Log in to Mumaris Plus
Create a new registration application
Upload your PSV report, degree, experience documents, and other supporting files
Pay the registration fee of 200 SAR

❗ If your application is rejected, you will need to correct the issue and reapply, paying another 200 SAR fee.

4. Pay the Eligibility Fee and Receive the Eligibility Number

Once SCFHS approves your application, you’ll be prompted to pay the eligibility fee.

After payment, your Eligibility Number will be issued
This number is valid for 6 months

5. Schedule Exam via Prometric

Visit: https://www.prometric.com/exams/schs

Enter your Eligibility ID
Select your exam center and date
Make the payment to confirm your booking

6. Get Exam Confirmation

You will receive an email with your:

Exam date
Location
Candidate details

Important: Bring your original passport to the test center on the day of your exam.

How to Schedule Your DHP Licensing Exam – Qatar (Ministry of Public Health)

If you wish to practice as a healthcare professional in Qatar, you must pass the licensing exam conducted by the Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP) under the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH). Unlike other Gulf countries, you do not need an Eligibility ID to book your exam. Candidates can directly schedule the exam through Prometric.

Step-by-Step Guide to Schedule the DHP Qatar Licensing Exam

1. Prepare Required Documents

Before proceeding to the exam, ensure you have the following documents ready for later stages (DataFlow and registration):

Valid passport
Degree certificate
Professional license/registration
Experience certificate(s)
Passport-sized photo

? Although not required to book the exam, these will be needed later for DataFlow verification and licensure.

2. Schedule Your Exam on Prometric

Visit: https://www.prometric.com/exams/schq2

Select your exam category (e.g., General Practitioner, Nurse, Specialist, etc.)
Choose your preferred test center and date
Provide your details (make sure they match your passport)
Make the payment to confirm your exam booking

3. Receive Confirmation Email

After booking, you will receive an email confirmation containing:

Exam date and time
Test center address
Candidate ID and instructions

Important: On exam day, carry your original passport to the test center for identity verification. Entry may be denied without it.

4. What Happens Next?

After passing the exam, you will need to:

Complete PSV (Primary Source Verification) via DataFlow Group
Apply for licensure through the DHP registration portal with your verified documents

How to Schedule Your NHRA Licensing Exam – Bahrain

To practice as a licensed healthcare professional in Bahrain, candidates must follow the official process set by the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA). The exam is conducted via Prometric, but several steps are required before scheduling, including document verification, invitation from a healthcare facility, and payment of eligibility fees.

Step-by-Step Guide to Schedule the NHRA Bahrain Licensing Exam

1. Complete Primary Source Verification (PSV) via DataFlow Group

Before any exam step, you must first verify your credentials through DataFlow Group.

Submit required documents:

Degree certificate
Professional license or registration
Work experience certificates
Passport copy
Pay the PSV fee and wait for your verification report

2. Obtain an Invitation Letter from a Hospital or Licensed Facility in Bahrain

NHRA requires candidates to present an official invitation letter from an employer in Bahrain
This letter must state your intent to be employed or considered for a position
The letter is mandatory to proceed with the eligibility request

3. Register on Mehan (NHRA Portal) & Apply for Eligibility Number

Visit: https://mehan.nhra.bh

Create an account and upload:

PSV report
Invitation letter from the hospital
All supporting credentials (degree, experience, license, passport, etc.)
Pay the eligibility number fee of 20 BHD

Once approved, you will receive an Eligibility ID, valid for 4 months

4. Schedule the Exam on Prometric

Go to: https://www.prometric.com/nhra
Enter your Eligibility Number
Select your exam category, test center, and preferred date
Make the payment to confirm your exam booking

5. Understand the Exam Attempt Policy

You are allowed up to four consecutive attempts

All attempts must be made within three years from your first attempt

If you fail all four attempts:

You must undergo a minimum of 6 months of retraining
Submit proof of retraining before reapplying for a new attempt

Additional Notes:

Exam results are valid for 2 years from the date of passing
Carrying your original passport to the exam center is mandatory for entry
Licensing can only proceed after completing both the exam and the PSV

Exam Result Validity for Gulf Healthcare Licensing Exams

Once you pass the licensing exam (DHA, SCFHS, QCHP, NHRA, or OMSB), your exam result is valid for 2 years from the date of passing. During this period, you must complete the remaining steps of the licensing process (such as PSV, registration, and securing employment).

If the license is not issued within this timeframe, you may be required to retake the exam.

Explore Prometric Exam Syllabus & Pattern for All Categories

Planning to work in the Gulf region? Whether you’re a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, lab technician, physiotherapist, or dentist, passing the Prometric and Pearson VUE exam is a key step in your licensing journey.

We’ve created dedicated articles for each category, covering the official exam syllabus, question format, number of MCQs, passing marks, and country-wise guidelines (DHA, SCFHS, QCHP, NHRA, OMSB, etc.).
These guides are designed to help you understand what to expect and how to prepare effectively for your exam.

Have Questions? We’re Here to Help!

If you have any queries related to the licensing exams, eligibility process, or PSV (Primary Source Verification) for any Gulf country, feel free to leave a comment below. Our team will get back to you with accurate answers and guidance as soon as possible.

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