Health Regulation Services

Temporary License Request

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Quick Information

  • Service Beneficiaries
    Health Professionals Working in Health Facilities
  • Service Delivery Channels
    Electronic Portal
  • Service Completion Duration
    3 working days
  • Payment methods
    Electronic payment

This service allows healthcare facilities to apply for a temporary license for the healthcare professional to practice for a specified period. This license is granted in certain cases, such as the need for urgent employment or while waiting to complete the necessary requirements for obtaining a permanent license.

Steps to obtain the service:

  • The healthcare facility representative logs into the Sharjah Health Authority website
  • Fill in the required data and upload the necessary documents
  • Pay the prescribed fees

Requirements and conditions:

  • Recent work experience certificate
  • Copy of the recent security clearance issued by the country where the work was recently performed
  • Valid medical good conduct certificate issued by the health authorities granting the current professional license
  • Copy of the recent professional license, valid (must not exceed 6 months)
  • Explanatory letter for obtaining the license

Service delivery time:

  • 3 working days

Fees:

  • Not specified in Executive Council Decision No. (20) of 2021

Contact information:

  • hred@sha.gov.ae
  • Other notes:

    • The healthcare professional must not be listed on the blacklist
    • Copy of the recent professional license, valid for 3 months
    • The healthcare facility is responsible for ensuring the availability of valid medical malpractice insurance for practicing the profession within the required facility
    • The healthcare facility/medical director is responsible for all clinical and administrative services provided by the licensed professional

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    +971 6 509 1666

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