SHA Sharjah Healthcare Professional License Registration & Renewal

Healthcare professionals who intend to work in a facility regulated by Sharjah Health Authority (SHA) must follow SHA’s current professional licensing requirements. Medcare Hub assists with application-readiness reviews, document organisation and coordination with the relevant facility representative. SHA determines eligibility, required assessments, fees and final approval.

Who needs an SHA professional licence?

Doctors, dentists, nurses and other regulated healthcare professionals applying to work in SHA-licensed facilities in Sharjah should confirm the correct professional category and title before preparing an application. Facility licensing and professional licensing are distinct: the employing facility must be appropriately licensed and the role must fit the approved scope of practice.

First-time SHA licence: preparation checklist

SHA’s current service card and portal control the definitive checklist. Depending on the application type, prepare:

• Valid passport and identity documents.
• Educational qualification certificates and supporting transcripts.
• Internship, residency, training and experience evidence relevant to the title.
• Current or previous professional licence/registration and Good Standing documentation, where required.
• Primary Source Verification/verification results requested for the application.
• Examination or assessment results if required for the title.
• Facility-issued offer letter or employment evidence where required.
• Medical malpractice insurance evidence as required for the application.
• For specific part-time, temporary or visiting arrangements, the required NOC or facility undertaking may apply.

SHA’s published professional licence service identifies an offer letter and medical malpractice insurance among the documents, and describes additional documents for particular licence arrangements. Confirm the latest service card for your exact case.

How the application generally works

1. Confirm the requested title and current eligibility rules, including the UAE PQR where applicable.
2. Check qualification, experience, verification and professional standing records.
3. Collect the facility offer letter and any category-specific NOC, undertaking or insurance evidence.
4. Have the authorised healthcare facility representative submit through the SHA electronic portal as required.
5. Respond to requests for additional information and pay official fees through the designated channel.
6. Confirm approval and the issued licence status before beginning clinical duties.

SHA professional licence renewal

Renewal is typically coordinated by the healthcare facility through SHA’s electronic services. Check the current renewal service for the eligible submission window, required documents, CME/CPD requirements for your category, insurance, any outstanding violations and the facility’s status. Do not rely on a prior year’s deadline or fee without confirming the live service information.

Sharjah city and facility considerations

Confirm the facility is regulated by SHA and that the proposed role, professional title, specialty and work arrangement are consistent with its licence and SHA’s approval. If the facility is in another emirate, verify which authority has jurisdiction before applying. An existing licence under another authority should not be treated as an automatic SHA licence.

Renewal readiness checklist

• Confirm the current licence expiry date and renewal window.
• Check passport and Emirates ID details for accuracy.
• Confirm professional indemnity/malpractice insurance is valid where required.
• Complete applicable CME/CPD and retain evidence.
• Resolve outstanding violations, fines or portal tasks.
• Ask the facility representative to verify submission and final status.

Common issues and FAQs

Can I work in Sharjah with a MOHAP or DHA licence?

Do not assume so. Confirm the correct SHA pathway and obtain the required approval before practising in an SHA-regulated facility.

Who submits the first SHA licence application?

SHA’s published service describes an application by the healthcare facility’s representative officer. Confirm the current process for your application type.

How long does approval take?

Published service durations can change and depend on application completeness and review. Use the live SHA service card for the current estimate.

Official SHA resources

Use the official SHA services directory and the SHA Request for Healthcare Professional License service to confirm current document requirements, service duration and fees.

SHA licensing support

Medcare Hub can help organise your documentation and prepare an application checklist for discussion with your facility. Contact Medcare Hub with your professional title, facility location and application type.