Saudi Arabia: SCFHS Licensing & Prometric Exam Guide
All healthcare professionals working in Saudi Arabia must be licensed by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS). The registration and licensing process is completed in two stages:
Stage 1: Before arrival in Saudi Arabia
Stage 2: After arrival in the Kingdom
MD Gulf, in collaboration with your employer, will assist you throughout the entire process.
1. DataFlow Verification (Mandatory after positive fitness test results are provided)
Website: www.dfgateway.com
Select Authority:
MNGHA – for National Guard placements
SCFHS – for all other roles
Upload the following documents:
Passport
Qualification certificate and transcript
SANC license or experience letters
Good Standing Certificate (if available)
Passport-size photo (white background)
Pay online and send us your application number to us for fast tracking with our agents in Saudi Arabia.
Processing time: 30–45 working days
2. SCFHS MUMARIS+ Registration
Website: https://portal.scfhs.org.sa
Create a MUMARIS+ account
Apply for Professional Classification
Upload:
Verified DataFlow report
Degree and SANC license
Experience and Good Standing certificates
Pay the classification fee.
You will receive your SCFHS Eligibility Number.
3. Prometric Exam Overview
Format: 70 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
Fee: USD 239 (approx. ZAR 4,000) – at your own cost
Attempts: Up to 3 per calendar year (fees apply per attempt)
Result: Immediate result and score report
Can be written in South Africa or Saudi Arabia
You are allowed 3 months and 3 attempts after arrival in Saudi Arabia
Note: Failing all three attempts will result in contract revocation and repatriation.
Prometric Test Centres – South Africa
Cape Town:
PearsonVue: CTU Training Solutions, Stadium on Main – Claremont – (021) 671-0280
Prometric: SKYLAR, 31 Martin Hammerschlag Way – (021) 839-2921
Johannesburg:
PearsonVue: Sandton City Office Tower – (011) 784-3093
Prometric: Africa House, Rivonia Rd – (011) 589-9077
Durban:
Prometric: CTU Training Solutions, 245 Peter Makaba Rd – (031) 303-1280
PearsonVue: Not currently available in Durban
Prometric Test Centres – Saudi Arabia
Available in:
Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah, Al Khobar, Al Ahsa, Al Baha, Al Jouf, Arar, Taif, Hail, Hafr Al Batin, Madina, Najran, Qassim, Qurayyat, Tabuk, Yanbu
For full list, visit the official Prometric site.
How to Register for the Prometric Exam
Verify Eligibility: Ensure you meet SCFHS criteria
Create an Account: Via SCFHS eServices Portal
Schedule Your Exam: Use your SCFHS Eligibility Number on the Prometric site
Prepare Thoroughly: Familiarize yourself with the format and content
Start here: SCFHS Prometric Info
Remote Testing Option (ProProctor)
https://www.prometric.com/proproctorcandidate
Prometric offers remote testing (ProProctor) for certain SCFHS exams.
Visit: https://www.prometric.com/proproctorcandidate to check eligibility and requirements.
Study & Practice Resources
https://rnspeak.com/prometric-exam-nurses-sample-test-1
https://rnspeak.com/prometric-exam-nurses-sample-test-2
https://nurseslabs.com/nclex-practice-questions
https://www.nursingworld.org/our-certifications/ancc-certifications
https://nurseslabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/100-Nursing-Questions-with-Rationale.pdf
https://nurseslabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/NCLEX-Sample-Practice-Test.pdf
https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Ministry/MediaCenter/Publications/Documents/Prometric%20Nursing.pdf
Nurses:
· Prometric Nursing Booklet (PDF)
Midwives:
· Maternal & Child Nursing Practice
https://nurseslabs.com/nursing-practice-questions-maternal-newborn
Physiotherapists:
· Physical Therapy Ed Practice
https://www.ptfinalexam.com/free-npte-practice-exam
https://www.physicaltherapyed.com/npte-practice-exam
Prometric Interface Demo:
https://www.prometric.com/demos/mcat/htmldemo/confirm.htm
STAGE 2: After Arrival in Saudi Arabia
Once in the Kingdom, complete your licensing process:
Submit qualification verification via Mumaris+: https://portal.scfhs.org.sa
Upload authenticated education documents
Present original documents in person
Finalize registration with SCFHS
Await licensing approval
Additional SCFHS Reference Material
https://www.scfhs.org.sa/en/examinations/health_specialist/Pages/default.aspx
https://www.scfhs.org.sa/en/examinations/health_technician/Pages/default.aspx
https://www.scfhs.org.sa/en/examinations/physicians/Pages/default.aspx
Need Help?
For any questions, please contact your MD Gulf Consultant:
Email: info@mdgulfrecruitment.com
WhatsApp: +27 60 942 7806
STAGE 1: Before Arrival – SCFHS Registration & Exam Preparation