International licensing pathways

Prometric is the testing company, not the licence.

Each Gulf authority below is its own pathway. Open the card that matches the place you want to practise.

Last drafted 26 October 2026. This is an introductory summary. Confirm it with the official source before you apply or pay.

Clinical team in a hospital corridor, used as an illustration.

Overview

Prometric is a testing provider used by multiple regulators and employers. It is not one single international nursing licence. The required exam, credential verification, experience, classification, language, and application steps vary by country, authority, and nursing category.

DHA Nursing Assessment / Licensing Pathway

United Arab Emirates — DHA

For eligible nurses seeking professional licensing in Dubai. Dubai Health Authority sets qualification, experience, document verification, and assessment requirements.

Who it is for

Nurses whose target authority is the one named in this card. Another emirate or another Gulf state is a different card.

Assessment format

Published here only when the authority has confirmed it. Until then, treat the format as unverified.

What to prepare

  • The qualification and experience that this authority currently asks for
  • Document verification, if that authority uses it
  • Language evidence, if it is required for your category
  • Nursing judgment, safety, and the topics in the authority’s own outline

Official reference. UAE MOHAP is listed in the brief as the unified qualification reference. Confirm the current DHA page as well.

Last verified: pending regulator review. Drafted 26 October 2026.

DOH Nursing Licensing / Assessment Pathway

United Arab Emirates — DOH

For eligible nurses applying to practise in Abu Dhabi. Requirements and assessments depend on professional category and current Department of Health rules.

Who it is for

Nurses whose target authority is the one named in this card. Another emirate or another Gulf state is a different card.

Assessment format

Published here only when the authority has confirmed it. Until then, treat the format as unverified.

What to prepare

  • The qualification and experience that this authority currently asks for
  • Document verification, if that authority uses it
  • Language evidence, if it is required for your category
  • Nursing judgment, safety, and the topics in the authority’s own outline

Official reference. Use this only as a UAE reference point, then open the current DOH instructions.

Last verified: pending regulator review. Drafted 26 October 2026.

MOHAP Nursing Licensing Pathway

United Arab Emirates — MOHAP

For applicable healthcare facilities and jurisdictions under the Ministry of Health and Prevention. Confirm the current unified qualification requirements and assessment route.

Who it is for

Nurses whose target authority is the one named in this card. Another emirate or another Gulf state is a different card.

Assessment format

Published here only when the authority has confirmed it. Until then, treat the format as unverified.

What to prepare

  • The qualification and experience that this authority currently asks for
  • Document verification, if that authority uses it
  • Language evidence, if it is required for your category
  • Nursing judgment, safety, and the topics in the authority’s own outline

Official reference. Ministry of Health and Prevention.

Last verified: pending regulator review. Drafted 26 October 2026.

SCFHS Nursing Professional Classification / Licensing Assessment

Saudi Arabia — SCFHS

Candidates may need professional classification, document verification, and an assessment, depending on qualification and registration route. Follow current SCFHS instructions.

Who it is for

Nurses whose target authority is the one named in this card. Another emirate or another Gulf state is a different card.

Assessment format

Published here only when the authority has confirmed it. Until then, treat the format as unverified.

What to prepare

  • The qualification and experience that this authority currently asks for
  • Document verification, if that authority uses it
  • Language evidence, if it is required for your category
  • Nursing judgment, safety, and the topics in the authority’s own outline

Official reference. Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.

Last verified: pending regulator review. Drafted 26 October 2026.

Kuwait MOH Nursing Licensing Examination / Assessment

Kuwait — Ministry of Health

A country-specific pathway for nurses applying for Kuwait licensing. Examination and documentation requirements must be confirmed with the Ministry of Health.

Who it is for

Nurses whose target authority is the one named in this card. Another emirate or another Gulf state is a different card.

Assessment format

Published here only when the authority has confirmed it. Until then, treat the format as unverified.

What to prepare

  • The qualification and experience that this authority currently asks for
  • Document verification, if that authority uses it
  • Language evidence, if it is required for your category
  • Nursing judgment, safety, and the topics in the authority’s own outline

A verified ministry URL was not in the brief and is not guessed here.

Last verified: pending regulator review. Drafted 26 October 2026.

Qatar DHP Nurse Registration / Qualifying Examination Pathway

Qatar — DHP

Registration and assessment requirements depend on the nursing category and applicant pathway. Link to current Department of Healthcare Professions requirements.

Who it is for

Nurses whose target authority is the one named in this card. Another emirate or another Gulf state is a different card.

Assessment format

Published here only when the authority has confirmed it. Until then, treat the format as unverified.

What to prepare

  • The qualification and experience that this authority currently asks for
  • Document verification, if that authority uses it
  • Language evidence, if it is required for your category
  • Nursing judgment, safety, and the topics in the authority’s own outline

A verified DHP URL was not in the brief and is not guessed here.

Last verified: pending regulator review. Drafted 26 October 2026.

Oman MOH Nursing Licensing / Assessment Pathway

Oman — Ministry of Health

For nurses seeking registration or licensing in Oman. The current process may include credential checks and assessments specified by the authority.

Who it is for

Nurses whose target authority is the one named in this card. Another emirate or another Gulf state is a different card.

Assessment format

Published here only when the authority has confirmed it. Until then, treat the format as unverified.

What to prepare

  • The qualification and experience that this authority currently asks for
  • Document verification, if that authority uses it
  • Language evidence, if it is required for your category
  • Nursing judgment, safety, and the topics in the authority’s own outline

A verified ministry URL was not in the brief and is not guessed here.

Last verified: pending regulator review. Drafted 26 October 2026.

Bahrain NHRA Nursing Registration / Licensing Assessment

Bahrain — NHRA

For applicants seeking nursing registration in Bahrain. Requirements vary by category and must be checked against current NHRA rules.

Who it is for

Nurses whose target authority is the one named in this card. Another emirate or another Gulf state is a different card.

Assessment format

Published here only when the authority has confirmed it. Until then, treat the format as unverified.

What to prepare

  • The qualification and experience that this authority currently asks for
  • Document verification, if that authority uses it
  • Language evidence, if it is required for your category
  • Nursing judgment, safety, and the topics in the authority’s own outline

A verified NHRA URL was not in the brief and is not guessed here.

Last verified: pending regulator review. Drafted 26 October 2026.

Questions

If I prepare for DHA, am I covered for Saudi Arabia?

No. Classification, experience, and assessments differ. Use the SCFHS card for Saudi Arabia.

Should every card say Prometric?

No. Use that name only when the authority says Prometric delivers the assessment.

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