Nova Life delivers turnkey clinic launches in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the northern emirates — from market entry strategy through DHA, DOH, or MOH licensing, design, fit-out, equipment, hiring, payer empanelment, and patient acquisition.
Pre-launch strategy
Catchment analysis, payer mix modelling, specialty selection, capital plan, and 5-year financial model so investors and lenders see a defensible business case before capex is committed.
Regulatory & build-out
Activity selection, trade licence, facility licence, design approvals, MEP and medical-grade fit-out coordination, equipment specification and procurement, and final inspection sign-off.
Go-live & ramp
Clinician recruitment and licensing, SOPs and HAAD or DHA-compliant policies, EMR and HIS implementation, insurance empanelment, marketing launch, and first 90-day operational oversight.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does DHA or DOH licensing take in the UAE?
A complete DHA, DOH, or MOH licensing cycle typically runs 90 to 150 days end-to-end, covering facility approval, professional licensing, inspection readiness, and operational sign-off. Timelines vary by emirate, activity scope, and the completeness of the submitted dossier.
Do you support both Dubai (DHA), Abu Dhabi (DOH), and northern emirates (MOH) licensing?
Yes. Nova Life manages licensing across DHA in Dubai, DOH in Abu Dhabi, and MOH in Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain, including facility, professional, and activity-specific approvals.
Can I run a clinic in the UAE without local sponsorship?
Healthcare investors can own 100% of professional licenses in most UAE free zones and on mainland under updated commercial regulations. Nova Life structures ownership to align with regulator, banking, and insurer requirements.
Contact Nova Life
Speak with a Nova Life advisor about clinic setup, licensing, M&A, or operations in the UAE.