DHA Exam for Midwives
Everything midwives need to pass the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) licensing exam in United Arab Emirates — format, fees, passing score, syllabus focus and the fastest way to prepare.
The DHA pathway for midwives
Midwifery is licensed as its own cadre across the Gulf, with a Prometric exam focused on antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal and newborn care. Maternity volumes in GCC hospitals are high, and licensed midwives remain in consistent demand.
Candidates with combined nursing + midwifery qualifications should apply under the title that matches their target job — the exam blueprint differs between the two cadres.
Licenses every healthcare professional practising in the Emirate of Dubai — physicians, dentists, nurses, pharmacists and allied health. Read the full DHA licensing guide for the complete document checklist and fee breakdown.
What the DHA exam tests for midwives
Eligibility for midwives (DHA)
- BSc Midwifery, Nurse-Midwife qualification or recognised midwifery diploma
- Current home-council registration as a midwife
- Typically 2 years post-registration experience in maternity settings
- Good Standing Certificate
Requirements vary by title tier — run the free eligibility check to see exactly where you stand before spending on Dataflow.
DHA licensing process, step by step
- 1
Create Sheryan account
Register on Sheryan (DHA's unified professional portal) with your Emirates ID or passport.
- 2
Dataflow verification
Submit degree, transcripts, licence, experience letters and Good Standing for primary source verification. Takes 4-8 weeks.
- 3
Book Prometric exam
Once Dataflow clears, DHA issues an Eligibility ID. Book your slot on Prometric — Dubai, home country or any international centre.
- 4
Pass the exam
Score at or above the DHA cut-off for your title level (typically 60%). Result is instant on-screen.
- 5
Employer sponsorship & activation
A DHA-licensed facility submits your activation request. Licence issued within days.
DHA Exam FAQs for Midwives
What is the passing score for the DHA exam for midwives?›
The DHA (Dubai Health Authority) exam pass mark is 60% (title-dependent). The result appears on-screen immediately after you finish the computer-based exam.
How much does the DHA midwife exam cost?›
The DHA exam fee is $240 – $280. Budget separately for Dataflow verification and licence issuance — the full DHA licensing journey typically runs higher once every step is included.
What is the format of the DHA exam for midwives?›
150 MCQs, single best answer, completed in 3 hours. The paper for midwives focuses on antenatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy identification and related clinical areas.
Can I take the DHA midwife exam in my home country?›
Yes. Once DHA issues your eligibility, you can book any authorised Prometric centre worldwide — most candidates sit the exam in their home country before travelling.
How long does DHA licensing take for midwives?›
On average 8-16 weeks end-to-end, including Dataflow verification (the longest single step), eligibility review, the exam itself and licence issuance.
What should midwives study for the DHA exam?›
High-yield areas include: antenatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy identification; normal labour, partograph use and delivery management; obstetric emergencies — pph, eclampsia, shoulder dystocia; newborn resuscitation and essential newborn care. Chapter-wise MCQ practice with explanations is the fastest way to find and close your weak areas.
Ready to pass the DHA exam?
Practice with chapter-wise DHA-style MCQs for midwives — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.