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UAE Medical License & Healthcare Consultancy
Support in medical licensing and market entry in Dubai and the UAE
Dr. Felix Lucian Happich, MD, MBA
– Founder & CEO
Our Healthcare Professional Licensing Services
Our experienced healthcare consultants manage the entire medical licensing process, ensuring no detail is overlooked. From initial regulatory analysis to obtaining healthcare permits in the UAE, we handle it all.
Why Choose Felix Happich Consultancy
We specialize in guiding businesses and healthcare professionals through the UAE’s complex regulatory landscape, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and success.
7-60 Days
Fast-track licensing & business setup
10+ Years
Combined UAE expertise
4.9/5 on Google
Clients achieved their goals
Healthcare Sectors We Serve
We have over 10 years of combined experience, offering comprehensive consultation for a broad range of sectors. These includes
Expert Guidance on UAE Healthcare System
The UAE healthcare system is governed by three authorities: the DHA in Dubai, the DOH in Abu Dhabi, and the MOHAP across the Northern Emirates, including Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, and Ras Al Khaimah. Our healthcare consultants guide you in identifying the correct authority based on your location and service scope.
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Our Partners & Cooperations
Consultancy Options with Tailored Solutions
We offer one of the best medical licensing services to doctors/ nurses/ pharmacists, and allied medical professionals with customized consulting packages to help you succeed in the UAE. Get started with a free consultation today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most common questions our experts encounter throughout their business experience.
What is healthcare consultancy?
Healthcare consultancy is a service in which a professional or business gets help from a field expert to get a license or set up a business in compliance with local laws, reducing the cost and time wastage. Consultants give advice, plan systems, fix problems, and offer you a clear strategy that matches the required healthcare standards.
What services does Felix Happich Healthcare Consultancy provide?
Felix Happich Healthcare Consultancy provides professional licensing services to doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and allied medical professionals, as well as facility licensing services and business strategy support to healthcare investors to set a successful medical business in the UAE.
Which UAE health authorities do you work with?
We work with all three healthcare authorities in the UAE, including the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi (DOH), and the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP).
Do you offer free healthcare consultations?
Yes, we offer free initial healthcare consultations. This session helps you understand licensing needs, timelines, and costs before starting the formal process.
Can I apply for a professional license in the UAE without a consultant?
Yes, you can apply without a licensing consultant in the United Arab Emirates if you know the process and can handle all the technical procedures. However, applicants choose consultants to save time, avoid errors, and improve approval chances.
What is the process to get a professional license in the UAE?
- The process to get a professional license in the UAE, you have to follow the 5 steps below:
- 1. Select the emirate-specific healthcare authority
- 2. Choose a suitable professional title
- 3. Create an application
- 4. Complete PSV verification
- 5. Apply for exam eligibility
- 6. Pass the licensing exam
- 7. Activate the professional license
How long does it take to obtain a UAE healthcare professional license?
It takes 6 to 18 weeks on average; however mostly varies based on authority and professional title. Delays happen if documents need correction or if you failed an exam attempt.
What types of professionals does Felix Happich Consultancy support?
- We consult healthcare professionals across all titles, including:
- Doctors
- Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Dentists
- Physiotherapists
- Allied Health Professionals
What are the general requirements for medical professional licensing in the UAE?
- General requirements include:
- 1. A recognized medical or healthcare degree
- 2. Verified clinical experience
- 3. Valid DataFlow credential verification
- 4. Licensing exam eligibility or clearance
- 5. A Good Standing Certificate issued within the last 6 months
- 6. Approval from DHA, DOH, or MOHAP
What is the medical licensing exam?
The medical licensing exam is a computer-based multiple-choice competency test required by DHA, DOH, or MOHAP. It assesses medical knowledge and clinical judgment before professionals can practice in a specific emirate.
Can I work in the UAE while my license is in process?
No. You cannot work clinically until your license is officially approved by DHA, DOH, or MOHAP. Working without valid authorization may result in fines or professional restrictions.
What types of healthcare facilities do you help license?
- We support licensing for all types of healthcare facilities, including:
- 1. A recognized medical or healthcare degree
- 2. Verified clinical experience
- 3. Valid DataFlow credential verification
- 4. Licensing exam eligibility or clearance
- 5. A Good Standing Certificate issued within the last 6 months
- 6. Approval from DHA, DOH, or MOHAP
What types of facility licenses does Felix Happich Consultancy help with?
We assist with healthcare licensing for both professionals and facilities across all three authorities: DHA, DOH, and MOHAP.
Can you help with telehealth facility licensing?
Yes, we support telehealth and digital healthcare facility licensing in the UAE.
What is the process to get a facility license in the UAE?
- Facility licensing typically includes:
- 1. Choose the facility type and emirate
- 2. Obtain initial approval from DHA, DOH, or MOHAP
- 3. Register the business and trade license
- 4. Approve the location and layout drawings
- 5. Meet staffing and equipment requirements
- 6. Pass the facility inspection
- 7. Receive final license approval
What are the general requirements for medical facility licensing in the UAE?
- Requirements generally include:
- Valid trade license and business registration
- Approved facility type and scope of services
- Location and layout approval
- Licensed healthcare staff
- Required medical equipment
- Successful inspection by DHA, DOH, or MOHAP
- Compliance with health and safety regulations
Do you help with healthcare business setup in the UAE?
Yes. We provide complete healthcare business setup support, including company formation, trade licensing, facility approval, and coordination with DHA, DOH, and MOHAP until final approval.
How long does it take to set up a medical company in the UAE?
With Felix Happich Consultancy, it typically takes 8 to 12 weeks, including business registration, facility licensing, and authority approvals.
Which UAE business jurisdictions do you support?
- We support all UAE jurisductions, including:
- Mainland
- Freezones
- Our Services cover healthcare licensing across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other emirates.
What is the difference between Mainland and Free Zone healthcare setup?
Mainland setups allow clinics and hospitals to operate across the UAE and internationally, with 100% foreign ownership now possible for most healthcare activities. Free Zones offer simplified processes and tax advantages, often suited for telemedicine, medical training, or digital health companies within specific zones. Offshore structures are mainly used for holding companies or IP ownership and do not allow physical healthcare operations in the UAE.
What are the best medical licensing companies in the UAE?
- Key licensing-related organizations include:
- Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP)
- Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
- Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH)
- Felix Happich Healthcare Consultancy
- DataFlow Group (credential verification provider)