Prometric Cancel Exam 2026 – Cancellation Policy, Refunds & How to Cancel
Cancelling a Prometric exam and getting a refund are two different steps, and refund rules vary sharply by authority. This guide covers exactly how to cancel, who actually owes you a refund, the one documented Gulf refund exception worth knowing, and the mistakes that cost candidates their fee — for SCFHS, DHA, MOH UAE, QCHP, OMSB, NHRA, and Kuwait MOH.
Official vs general guidance:SCFHS’s 50% service-fee refund window and DHA’s non-refundable fee policy and 5-calendar-day deadline come from each authority’s own official documentation. QCHP/DHP has published its own cancellation circular. Exact refund tiers for OMSB, NHRA, and Kuwait MOH are not consistently published in public sources, so this page presents them as general guidance — always confirm the exact terms on your own confirmation screen or official portal. DOH (Abu Dhabi) now books through TAMM and Pearson VUE rather than Prometric, so its cancellation process is not covered here.
At a glance
What you need
Confirmation number + name on booking
Refund path
Depends on who you paid: Prometric or your regulator
SCFHS refund window
50% of service fee within 1 month, before sitting
DHA policy
Fees non-refundable regardless of reason
How to cancel your Prometric exam, step by step
1) Find your Prometric confirmation number
Locate the confirmation email from your original booking. Cancelling requires your confirmation number and the name on the booking, the same details used for rescheduling.
2) Cancel through the same self-service flow used for rescheduling
Sign in on Prometric.com or use the manage-appointment link in your confirmation email, then choose "Cancel" instead of "Reschedule." Both actions run through the same appointment management flow.
3) Confirm who you paid before expecting a refund
If you paid Prometric directly, any refund request is handled by Prometric. If you paid your regulator (Mumaris Plus, Sheryan, QCHP, OMSB, NHRA, or Kuwait MOH) for the exam sitting, that portion must be refunded by the regulator, not Prometric.
4) Submit a separate refund request if you paid Prometric
Cancelling your appointment and requesting a refund are two different steps. After cancellation is confirmed, submit a refund request through Prometric's dedicated refund request process — phone requests alone are generally not accepted.
5) Check your authority's own refund mechanism
Some regulators run their own refund process independent of Prometric. SCFHS, for example, publishes a formal refund mechanism through Mumaris Plus with its own eligibility window and review timeline.
6) Track your case and keep documentation
Save your cancellation confirmation, refund request confirmation, and any reference number. If a refund is under committee or special-case review, respond promptly to any request for more information.
Cancellation and refund policy by Gulf authority
Refund rules are set by your sponsor, not by Prometric alone. Use the table below as orientation, then confirm the exact terms on your own confirmation screen or official portal.
| Authority | Cancellation & refund notes | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| SCFHS / SMLE (Saudi Arabia) | SCFHS publishes an official refund mechanism via Mumaris Plus: a 50% service-fee refund if cancelled within one month of payment and before sitting the assessment; special cases go to committee review. | View guide |
| DHA (Dubai) | DHA's official manual states exam fees are non-refundable regardless of the reason for cancellation; cancellation or failure to attend is not counted as a failed attempt, but no refund applies. | View guide |
| MOH (UAE / MOHAP) | Books through the same Sheryan-linked Prometric flow as DHA; confirm the exact cancellation and refund terms on your booking confirmation. | View guide |
| QCHP (Qatar) | QCHP/DHP has issued a formal circular covering exam cancellation and reschedule timeframes; confirm the current tiers directly on the official QCHP/DHP portal. | View guide |
| OMSB (Oman) | Cancellation is available before the exam date; exact refund windows and amounts are not consistently published, so confirm with OMSB directly. | View guide |
| NHRA (Bahrain) | Follows the general Prometric cancellation model; check your MEHAN-issued confirmation for the specific terms that apply to your booking. | View guide |
| Kuwait MOH | General guidance describes fees as non-refundable once booked; no fixed published refund tier was found, so confirm directly with MOH Kuwait or Prometric. | View guide |
SCFHS Mumaris Plus refund mechanism (the clearest documented exception)
General rule
SCFHS’s official refund mechanism does not refund administration fees or fees already consumed by the service provided.
Documented exception
A 50% refund of the service fee is available if you cancel within one month of payment and before sitting the assessment.
Special-case review
Cases such as duplicate payment or an incorrect referral go through a committee review submitted via Mumaris Plus. SCFHS states a decision is typically issued within 15 business days, with payment following within 14 business days of approval.
"Not a failed attempt" is not the same as "refundable": DHA’s official manual states that cancellation or failure to attend the CBT or oral assessment does not count as a failed attempt — but it also states the candidate is not entitled to a refund for the missed assessment. These are two separate outcomes, and candidates commonly confuse them.
Whether a cancellation counts toward an attempt limit for other authorities is not always published, so confirm this directly with your regulator rather than assuming.
If Prometric or the test center cancels on you
A candidate-initiated cancellation is not the same as Prometric or a sponsor cancelling your appointment. Reimbursement is generally more likely when the cancellation happens for reasons within Prometric’s or the sponsor’s control. Closures caused by weather or other events outside their control are typically treated differently and may not qualify for reimbursement, even though you did not cause the disruption. Always ask for the specific reason given so you know which policy applies.
Cancellation mistakes that cost candidates their fee
Assuming a partial refund exists everywhere by default — SCFHS's one-month, 50% service-fee refund is a documented exception, not the general rule.
Cancelling close to the exam date and treating it the same as cancelling weeks in advance — most tiers get stricter the closer you are to the date.
Confusing "not counted as a failed attempt" with "refundable" — DHA's manual explicitly separates these two outcomes.
Requesting a refund from Prometric for fees that were actually paid to your regulator portal.
Expecting a refund for a weather-related or facility closure, which Prometric explicitly treats differently from closures within its own control.
Letting your eligibility number or scheduling permit lapse while a refund or special-case review is pending.
Practical tips before you cancel
- Compare cancelling against rescheduling first — a reschedule often preserves more of your fee than an outright cancellation.
- Confirm whether you paid Prometric or your regulator portal before assuming who owes you a refund.
- Act as early as possible; refund and cancellation terms generally get stricter the closer you are to the exam date.
- Keep every confirmation, reference number, and email tied to your cancellation and refund request.
- If your case involves a genuine error (duplicate payment, wrong referral), ask your regulator specifically about a special-case or committee review rather than assuming a standard refund applies.
Prometric Cancellation — FAQs
How do I cancel my Prometric exam?
Sign in on Prometric.com or use the manage-appointment link from your confirmation email, then select "Cancel" instead of "Reschedule." You will need your confirmation number and the name on the booking to complete the cancellation.
Will I get a refund if I cancel my Prometric exam?
It depends on your authority and timing. Most Gulf sponsors treat exam fees as largely non-refundable once booked. SCFHS is a documented exception: its official refund mechanism offers a 50% service-fee refund if you cancel within one month of payment and before sitting the assessment. DHA's manual states its fees are non-refundable regardless of the reason for cancellation. Always confirm your specific authority's current policy before assuming either outcome.
Is cancelling a Prometric exam different from rescheduling it?
Cancelling and rescheduling generally run through the same self-service appointment management flow, with "Cancel" as a separate option from "Reschedule." However, a refund request is a separate step from cancellation itself — cancelling your appointment does not automatically trigger a refund.
How do I request a refund after cancelling?
If you paid Prometric directly, submit a refund request through Prometric's dedicated refund process after your appointment is cancelled — this is generally handled online rather than by phone. If you paid your regulator portal instead, the refund request goes to that regulator, not Prometric.
Does cancelling a Prometric exam count as a failed attempt?
For DHA specifically, its official manual states that cancellation or failure to attend the CBT or oral assessment is not counted as a failed attempt, though the candidate is not entitled to a refund for the missed assessment. Policies on whether a cancellation counts toward an attempt limit can differ by authority, so confirm this directly with your regulator.
What is the SCFHS Mumaris Plus refund policy?
SCFHS's official refund mechanism generally does not refund administration fees or fees already used, but it does allow a 50% refund of service fees if you cancel within one month of payment and before sitting the assessment. Additional cases, such as duplicate payment or an incorrect referral, go through a committee review submitted via Mumaris Plus, with a decision typically issued within 15 business days and payment within 14 business days of approval.
What happens if Prometric or my test center cancels my exam?
If Prometric or the sponsor cancels or closes a test center for reasons within their control, a reimbursement path is generally available. Weather-related or other closures outside Prometric's control are typically treated differently and may not qualify for reimbursement, so check the specific reason given for your cancellation.
Can I cancel my Prometric exam and rebook later?
Yes, cancelling ends your current appointment, and you can book a new one once you have a valid eligibility number, letter, or scheduling permit for the new date. Confirm your eligibility is still valid before rebooking, since it can have its own expiry window.
How close to the exam date can I still cancel?
This varies by authority. DHA requires reschedule or cancellation requests at least 5 calendar days before the exam date under its official manual. Other sponsors set their own windows that are not always published in detail, so check your confirmation screen for the exact deadline that applies to your booking.
Is there a cancellation fee for Prometric exams?
Often yes, or the fee is simply forfeited outright depending on the sponsor and timing. Because exact percentages and day-count thresholds are not consistently published for every Gulf authority, confirm the fee shown at the time of cancellation rather than relying on a general figure.
Who do I contact if my refund is delayed or denied?
If you paid Prometric, follow up through Prometric's refund request channel with your confirmation and refund reference numbers. If you paid your regulator, such as through Mumaris Plus, follow up with that authority's support channel, since it — not Prometric — controls that portion of the fee.
Related registration and booking pages
Verified references
- SCFHS — official refund mechanism: scfhs.org.sa/en/Refund/Mechanism
- DHA Professional Assessment Manual (2025): Official manual PDF
- Prometric — official test-taker site: prometric.com
- QCHP — Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners: qchp.org.qa
Prometric and Gulf regulators update cancellation and refund policies periodically. Confirm the exact terms for your specific authority and booking on the official portal before relying on any figure shown here.
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