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UAE for Pharmacists — Abu Dhabi
DoH — Pharmacist Licensing Exam (Abu Dhabi)
The Department of Health — Abu Dhabi licenses pharmacists in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The pharmacist exam is Prometric-delivered and aligned with UAE PQR pharmacist competencies. DataFlow verification is required. Applications run through DoH digital services (TAMM / DoH professional licensing). A Dubai DHA pass is not automatically a DoH licence.
Pathway Snapshot
Complete DataFlow PSV, apply via DoH licensing services, obtain Prometric eligibility, pass the DoH pharmacist exam, then activate the licence with an Abu Dhabi employer.
Complete Journey: Pharmacy degree → DataFlow PSV → DoH application → Pharmacist Prometric exam → Employer activation → Practice in Abu Dhabi.
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Eligibility
DoH applies UAE PQR grades for pharmacist and clinical pharmacist. Degree, internship, and experience requirements depend on the title you apply for. Confirm through the DoH professional licensing guides before booking Prometric.
DataFlow Verification
Primary source verification is mandatory. Use the DataFlow package DoH currently specifies for pharmacists. Share the same identity data as your DoH profile.
DoH Application
Submit through TAMM or the DoH licensing portal named in current circulars. Pay professional evaluation fees and wait for exam eligibility. Processing queues vary.
Exam Details
The DoH pharmacist Prometric exam tests the PQR pharmacist blueprint. Confirm item count, duration, and pass score in the official DoH exam list for your profession code. Retake waiting periods are set by DoH.
What we offer
MCIQ will open a DoH (Abu Dhabi) pharmacist bank aligned to UAE PQR competencies. Register to be notified when prep is available.
Notify me when DoH Pharmacist Prep is available →After the Exam
Passing allows licence issuance once an Abu Dhabi facility files the employment linking step. Practising on a DHA licence inside Abu Dhabi without DoH permission is not acceptable.
Fees
All figures are approximate and based on 2026 public information. Always confirm exact fees on the official portals before payment.
| Item | Approx. Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
DataFlow PSV |
Varies by package | Confirm on DataFlow |
DoH evaluation / licence |
Confirm on DoH / TAMM | Authority fees in AED |
Prometric exam |
Confirm at booking | Separate from DoH fees |