How to Submit Credentials in the UAE: 2026 Guide
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- Jul 23
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How to submit your credentials in the UAE: the quick version
The UAE credential submission process has two distinct tracks that Filipino expats often mix up: verification and attestation. Getting them in the right order saves weeks.
Get a verification report from a Ministry of Education (MOE)-approved partner, either DataFlow or QadraBay, before anything else
Register on the MOE portal using UAE PASS and submit your equivalency application with that report
Healthcare professionals must complete DataFlow Primary Source Verification (PSV) before applying for a Dubai Health Authority (DHA) license
Handle document attestation through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) via courier or digital delivery with QR code verification
Verification confirms your degree’s authenticity with the issuing institution; attestation validates the official seals and signatures on the physical document. Both are often required
Required documents typically include your original degree certificate, academic transcript, passport copy, UAE visa, Emirates ID (if available), and certified Arabic translation if your originals are not in English or Arabic
Government fees are AED 100 for a bachelor’s degree, AED 150 for a master’s, and AED 200 for a doctorate
Review times vary; track status directly on the MOE portal
For support, email the Ministry at Info@mohesr.gov.ae or call 800511
Step-by-step: UAE PASS setup and credential submission
1. Register and verify your UAE PASS account
UAE PASS is the single digital identity that unlocks every government portal you will need. Set it up before you touch any application form. Skipping verification at this stage means repeated visits and delays later, so confirm your account fully before moving on.
2. Obtain your verification report from DataFlow or QadraBay
Log in to either the DataFlow or QadraBay portal and create an account. Select the relevant licensing authority, upload clear scanned copies of your degree and supporting documents in PDF or JPEG format (each file under 2MB), and pay the applicable fee. DataFlow contacts your university directly to confirm authenticity, so accurate institutional contact details are critical. Wrong contact information is the single most common cause of delays. Once verified, you receive a reference number.
Pro Tip: Double-check your university’s current verification office contact before submitting to DataFlow or QadraBay. Outdated contacts add weeks to the process.
3. Log in to the MOE portal and start your equivalency application
Go to the MOE portal and sign in with UAE PASS. Select your qualification level and major, then upload all attested and verified documents alongside your verification report reference number. Pay the government fee online. You can complete this entire step from the Philippines or anywhere outside the UAE — physical presence is not required.
4. For healthcare professionals: complete DataFlow PSV for DHA licensing
Nurses, doctors, pharmacists, and other healthcare workers need DataFlow Primary Source Verification before the Dubai Health Authority will review a licensing application. This PSV confirms academic qualifications, professional licenses, internship records, and employment history directly with the original issuing organizations. Submit your documents through the DataFlow portal and select DHA as your licensing authority.
5. Attest documents through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The MoFA offers two options inside the UAE: courier-based attestation and digital attestation delivered to your registered email with a QR code for verification. Register on the MoFA portal using UAE PASS, complete the application, and pay fees online. Keep documents unlaminated and in their original condition with seals intact.
6. Translate non-English and non-Arabic documents
Documents must be in English or Arabic; anything else gets rejected immediately. Translation must be certified by the Ministry of Justice. Arrange this before submitting to any portal.
Key Takeaways
Submitting credentials in the UAE requires a verified report from DataFlow or QadraBay, an MOE portal application via UAE PASS, and MoFA attestation, with fees from AED 100 to AED 200 and a 2–6 week review window.
Point | Details |
Verification before application | Obtain a DataFlow or QadraBay report before submitting to the MOE portal. |
UAE PASS is mandatory | Register and fully verify your UAE PASS account to access all government portals. |
Healthcare track differs | DHA licensing requires DataFlow Primary Source Verification as a separate prerequisite. |
Fee tiers by degree | Fees depend on degree level for MOE equivalency. |
Language requirement | All documents must be in English or Arabic; Ministry of Justice-certified translation is required otherwise. |
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