GCC Medical Licensing FAQ
The questions doctors, dentists, nurses, midwives, pharmacists and allied health professionals ask us most often before moving to the Gulf. Short, specific answers, each pointing to the page with the full detail.
Exams
Do you provide Prometric exam preparation?
Yes. We have specialty specific question banks covering more than 120 exam codes, timed mock tests in the real exam format, and a written explanation for every answer. Mentorship is available from consultants who sat and passed the same paper. Start on our Prometric preparation page.
What are the EMREE exam dates, fees and pass mark?
EMREE runs from December to March each year. The fee is AED 1,000 per attempt and you get three attempts a year. The published pass mark for the 2025 to 2026 cycle was 60 percent. Remember that it is a residency entrance exam and not a licence. Our EMREE guide covers the timeline in full.
Documents and verification
Do you handle DataFlow verification?
Yes. DataFlow is the primary source verification step every GCC authority requires. We prepare the file, handle the submission and follow up when it stalls, which is where most of the delay usually happens. Our DataFlow guide explains what each stage means.
When should I request my certificate of good standing?
Later than most people think. It is valid for six months from the issue date, not from the day you submit it. We usually advise ordering it when DataFlow is about three weeks from finishing, adjusted for how slow your own council is. Our good standing guide goes through the timing.
Fees, jobs and contact
How much does your licensing support cost?
One-time fees, not monthly. Doctors and dentists pay AED 2,000 at Tier 1, AED 1,500 at Tier 2 and AED 800 at Tier 3. Nurses and allied health professionals pay AED 1,500, AED 1,000 and AED 500 for the same three tiers. If you are not sure which tier applies to you, ask us before you pay anything.
Do you have live healthcare jobs in the GCC?
Yes. We publish live vacancies from hospitals and clinics across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman, and you can apply directly. We also run a talent pool that employers search when a post opens.
Where is your office and how can I contact you?
Office 18, 33rd Floor, Prime Tower, Business Bay, Dubai. We are open Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 19:00. You can reach us on WhatsApp on +971 55 162 7220 or through the contact page.
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