DOH Exam Fees 2026 - Abu Dhabi Cost Breakdown
Quick answer
The DOH exam is Pearson VUE via TAMM, not Prometric. The Pearson VUE sitting is priced in USD and varies sharply by profession — commonly reported around USD 350 (≈ AED 1,285) for doctors and dentists and around USD 95 (≈ AED 350) for nurses. With DataFlow and portal fees, candidates commonly report roughly AED 3,000–3,500 for doctors and AED 1,500–2,200 for nurses before licence issuance. Confirm live amounts in TAMM before paying.
If you are planning Abu Dhabi licensing, this page helps you estimate DOH exam cost correctly. The most practical approach is to separate the Pearson VUE exam fee from the application fee and DataFlow verification cost, since candidates often only budget for one of the three.
DOH exam fee pattern (category-based)
| Cost item | Typical range (confirm in TAMM) |
|---|---|
| Exam sitting (doctors/dentists) | ≈ USD 350 (≈ AED 1,285) |
| Exam sitting (nurses) | ≈ USD 95 (≈ AED 350) |
| DataFlow PSV | AED 990 nursing · AED 1,260 GP/dentist · AED 1,680 specialist |
| TAMM application + CBT pre-booking | ≈ AED 105 each (+ ≈ AED 600 processing where applicable) |
| Total before licence issuance | ≈ AED 3,000–3,500 doctors · ≈ AED 1,500–2,200 nurses |
| Live amounts | Always confirm in TAMM before paying |
Physicians and dentists
Pearson VUE sitting commonly reported around USD 350 (≈ AED 1,285).
Nurses and allied health
Pearson VUE sitting commonly reported around USD 95 (≈ AED 350) for nursing.
TAMM application and pre-booking
TAMM application around AED 105, plus a CBT pre-booking fee around AED 105 and a processing fee around AED 600 where applicable.
Total DOH cost planning (beyond exam fee)
Exam booking: Pearson VUE CBT payment, initiated in TAMM, based on your DOH category — commonly around USD 350 (≈ AED 1,285) for doctors and dentists, and around USD 95 (≈ AED 350) for nurses. Priced in USD, so the dirham figure moves with the exchange rate.
DataFlow verification: Commonly cited around AED 990 for nursing, pharmacy and clinical support, AED 1,260 for GPs and general dentists, and AED 1,680 for specialists and consultants (additional documents around AED 300 extra).
Application and licensing fees: A separate portal application fee plus final license issuance fees on top of the exam and verification costs.
Overall estimate: Commonly reported at roughly AED 3,000–3,500 for doctors and AED 1,500–2,200 for nurses, before licence issuance — which is charged separately (often reported at AED 3,000–5,000, and frequently covered by the employer).
Accuracy note
These figures are commonly reported estimates, not a single official published fee table we could directly verify for every category. Fee values can differ by profession, title, and policy updates — always use your live DOH/TAMM portal and Pearson VUE screens as the final payable source before payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DOH exam fee in Abu Dhabi?
The DOH exam is delivered by Pearson VUE, not Prometric, and the sitting is priced in US dollars. Candidate and provider guides commonly report around USD 350 (≈ AED 1,285) for doctors and dentists and around USD 95 (≈ AED 350) for nurses. DOH also charges a CBT pre-booking fee of roughly AED 100–105 in TAMM. None of these are published by DOH as an official schedule, and the dirham equivalent moves with the exchange rate — always confirm your live payable amount in the TAMM booking workflow before payment.
What is the total DOH licensing cost, not just the exam?
Totals depend heavily on profession. For a GP, DataFlow (≈ AED 1,260) plus the TAMM application and CBT pre-booking fees (≈ AED 105 each), a processing fee where applicable (≈ AED 600) and the Pearson VUE sitting (≈ AED 1,285) commonly lands around AED 3,000–3,500 before licence issuance. For nurses the same path commonly lands around AED 1,500–2,200. Licence issuance is charged separately and is often covered by the employer.
How much does DataFlow cost for DOH?
DataFlow primary source verification for DOH is commonly cited at around AED 990 for nursing, pharmacy and clinical support, around AED 1,260 for general practitioners and general dentists, and around AED 1,680 for specialists and consultants. Additional documents are typically charged on top (around AED 300). This is separate from the TAMM application and exam fees.
Is there a separate application fee besides the exam?
Yes. A TAMM application fee of roughly AED 100–105 is charged for DOH registration, with a further CBT pre-booking fee of roughly AED 100–105 at the exam step, and a one-time processing fee of around AED 600 where it applies. These sit alongside the DataFlow and Pearson VUE costs in the overall DOH licensing budget.
Do fees differ between doctors, nurses, and dentists?
Yes. Exam fees and DataFlow verification costs both vary by profession category. Confirm your exact category fee before paying, rather than assuming the physician rate applies to nursing or allied health.
Related pages
References
- Abu Dhabi TAMM government services platform: tamm.abudhabi
- Pearson VUE — official DOH testing partner: DOH testing page
This guide is written for doctors preparing for DOH licensing in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Requirements change — always confirm fees, deadlines, and eligibility on official authority portals before booking your exam slot.
DOH — practical notes for doctors
This page supports one part of your Abu Dhabi, UAE licensing journey. Combine it with official Department of Health – Abu Dhabi communication, your employer HR checklist, and consistent MCQ practice before the Pearson VUE sitting.
What to verify on official channels
Before acting on any third-party guide (including this one), confirm your profession category, document list, and fee schedule directly with Department of Health – Abu Dhabi. Policies in Abu Dhabi, UAE are updated without always being reflected in older blog posts.
If your profile involves gaps in practice, multiple registrations, or credentials from several countries, expect additional review steps — generic checklists may not cover your case.
Next step — exam practice
Turn licensing research into exam-ready performance
Reading guides alone rarely converts to exam performance. After you confirm Department of Health – Abu Dhabi requirements, use GulfMedExams to drill exam-style MCQs with explanations, track weak systems, and revisit high-yield topics before booking your slot.
More practice resources
Requirements, fees, and timelines change. This page is educational — always confirm your category-specific rules on official authority portals before paying verification or exam fees.