DataFlow Verification Fees 2026 for Every GCC Authority: DHA, DOH, MOHAP, SCFHS, QCHP, NHRA, OMSB and Kuwait MOH — Cost in USD, INR, PKR and PHP, Extra Charges and Refunds
How much DataFlow primary source verification costs in 2026 for each Gulf health authority, with conversions to INR, PKR and PHP, the extra charges that raise the bill, who pays, how long it takes, and how to avoid paying twice.
DataFlow primary source verification (PSV) is a required step for almost every Gulf healthcare licence. DataFlow contacts your university, council and employers directly to confirm your documents are genuine. It is also one of the larger fees in the process, and it varies by authority. Here is what it costs in 2026.
DataFlow fees by authority (2026)
| Authority | USD | INR | PKR | PHP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DHA (Dubai) | USD 220–320 | INR 19,500–28,000 | PKR 61,500–89,500 | PHP 12,500–18,000 |
| DOH (Abu Dhabi) | USD 240–340 | INR 21,000–30,000 | PKR 67,000–95,000 | PHP 13,500–19,500 |
| MOHAP (UAE) | USD 220–320 | INR 19,500–28,000 | PKR 61,500–89,500 | PHP 12,500–18,000 |
| SHA (Sharjah) | USD 220–320 | INR 19,500–28,000 | PKR 61,500–89,500 | PHP 12,500–18,000 |
| SCFHS (Saudi Arabia) | USD 220–340 | INR 19,500–30,000 | PKR 61,500–95,000 | PHP 12,500–19,500 |
| QCHP / DHP (Qatar) | USD 220–330 | INR 19,500–29,000 | PKR 61,500–92,500 | PHP 12,500–19,000 |
| NHRA (Bahrain) | USD 200–300 | INR 17,500–26,500 | PKR 56,000–84,000 | PHP 11,500–17,000 |
| OMSB (Oman) | USD 220–320 | INR 19,500–28,000 | PKR 61,500–89,500 | PHP 12,500–18,000 |
| Kuwait MOH | USD 220–330 | INR 19,500–29,000 | PKR 61,500–92,500 | PHP 12,500–19,000 |
All figures are approximate 2026 ranges, converted at fixed rates (USD 1 = AED 3.67, INR 88, PKR 280, PHP 57). Authorities change fees without notice and your bank adds its own card charge, so confirm the amount on the official portal at the moment you pay.
Why the price is a range
The base package covers a standard set of documents — usually your degree, one licence or registration and a limited number of experience certificates. The final bill goes up when you have:
- Extra documents — each additional experience certificate, postgraduate degree or licence from another country is often charged separately.
- Several source countries — documents from different countries each need their own verification.
- Issuing bodies that charge — some universities and councils charge DataFlow a fee to confirm a document, which is passed on to you.
- A resubmission — if a report comes back "insufficient" and you have to correct and resubmit.
Who pays?
In most cases the candidate pays DataFlow at the start. Some government employers and larger private groups reimburse it after you join, and a few pay it upfront for selected candidates (common in Qatar, Kuwait and Saudi government recruitment). Ask before you pay.
How long DataFlow takes
Usually 4–8 weeks, longer if a university or past employer is slow to respond. Delays and status meanings are explained in DataFlow report status and documents and timeline.
How not to pay twice
- Submit complete documents first time. Experience certificates need exact dates, your title and HR contact details — see the experience certificate format.
- Warn your references. Tell your university and past employers that DataFlow will contact them.
- Reuse within the UAE. When moving between DHA, DOH and MOHAP, part of the verification can usually be reused for a smaller fee (licence transfer).
- Check eligibility first. Paying for DataFlow when your qualification will not be accepted is the most expensive mistake. Use the free eligibility check.
DataFlow in the total licence cost
DataFlow is usually 25–35% of the official fees for a licence. To see the full picture for your authority and profession, use the licence fee calculator or read Prometric exam fees for every GCC authority.
Frequently asked questions
How much is DataFlow for DHA?
About USD 220–320 for a standard package, roughly INR 19,500–28,000.
Is DataFlow refundable?
Generally not once verification has started. Check the terms on the DataFlow portal before you pay.
Can I use one DataFlow report for two countries?
No. Each authority needs its own report, though reuse within the UAE authorities is usually cheaper.
Why is my DataFlow fee higher than my friend's?
Extra documents, more source countries and fees charged by your university or council all increase the total.
Do I pay DataFlow before or after the Prometric exam?
For most authorities, before. DataFlow is usually completed or under way before you receive exam eligibility (Prometric vs DataFlow).