MOH-KW Exam for Midwives
Everything midwives need to pass the Ministry of Health – Kuwait (MOH-KW) licensing exam in Kuwait — format, fees, passing score, syllabus focus and the fastest way to prepare.
The MOH-KW 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.
Kuwait MOH regulates every healthcare professional practising in the country. Read the full MOH-KW licensing guide for the complete document checklist and fee breakdown.
What the MOH-KW exam tests for midwives
Eligibility for midwives (MOH-KW)
- 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.
MOH-KW licensing process, step by step
- 1
Employer file
A Kuwait-licensed facility opens your MOH licensing file.
- 2
Dataflow PSV
Kuwait-specific Dataflow package processed by MOH.
- 3
Prometric MOH Kuwait exam
Sit the Prometric MCQ assessment for your title level.
- 4
Licence issuance
Practice permit issued after exam pass and residency processing.
MOH-KW Exam FAQs for Midwives
What is the passing score for the MOH-KW exam for midwives?›
The MOH-KW (Ministry of Health – Kuwait) exam pass mark is 60%. The result appears on-screen immediately after you finish the computer-based exam.
How much does the MOH-KW midwife exam cost?›
The MOH-KW exam fee is $200 – $280. Budget separately for Dataflow verification and licence issuance — the full MOH-KW licensing journey typically runs higher once every step is included.
What is the format of the MOH-KW exam for midwives?›
100 – 150 MCQs, completed in 2 – 3 hours. The paper for midwives focuses on antenatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy identification and related clinical areas.
Can I take the MOH-KW midwife exam in my home country?›
Yes. Once MOH-KW 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 MOH-KW licensing take for midwives?›
On average 10-20 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 MOH-KW 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 MOH-KW exam?
Practice with chapter-wise MOH-KW-style MCQs for midwives — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.