Medical Store Licensing

Medical Store Licensing in the UAE

Securing a medical store license in the UAE requires strict compliance with Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) regulations to maintain the highest standards of pharmaceutical safety, quality, and reliability.

Eligibility Criteria for Medical Store License:

• Licensed Pharmacist: Employ a qualified and MOHAP-licensed pharmacist for dispensing and overseeing pharmaceutical products.

• Registered Business: Operate as a legally registered business entity within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sector.

• Approved Physical Location: Maintain a dedicated, approved premises that meets all health authority requirements.

• Safety & Storage Compliance: Ensure premises adhere to all hygiene, safety, and pharmaceutical storage regulations to guarantee product integrity.

Types of Medical Store Licenses:

• Retail Pharmacy License: Authorization to sell pharmaceutical products directly to customers.

• Wholesale Distribution License: Permission to distribute pharmaceuticals in bulk to other healthcare providers and facilities.

• Warehouse License: For storage and distribution of medical and pharmaceutical supplies.

Medical Store License Application Process:

1. Initial Application: Submit your application with supporting documents, such as business registration, pharmacist’s MOHAP license, lease or ownership agreement for the premises, and a detailed store layout.

2. Facility Inspection: Undergo an on-site inspection by MOHAP or the relevant health authority to verify compliance with storage, safety, and hygiene standards.

3. Final Approval: Obtain official licensing upon successful inspection, permitting legal operation of your medical store.

Documentation Required:

• Valid trade license

• Licensed pharmacist’s qualification proof

• Lease or ownership agreement of the facility

• Detailed facility floor plan

• Evidence of compliance with storage (temperature, humidity), health, and safety standards

• Health and safety certification

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Medical Store Compliance and Renewal

Staying compliant with UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) regulations is essential for licensed medical stores, pharmacies, wholesale distributors, and medical supply warehouses. Ongoing regulatory adherence and timely license renewal are critical for legal and successful operations.

Compliance Requirements for Medical Stores:

• Continuous Regulatory Adherence:
  Ensure full compliance with health and safety standards at all times; regular MOHAP inspections may be conducted to verify compliance.

• Licensed Pharmacist Presence:
  Maintain the presence of a qualified, MOHAP-licensed pharmacist during all operational hours.

• Product Traceability:
  Source all pharmaceuticals from approved suppliers and maintain traceability for each product.

• Accurate Record Keeping:
  Keep detailed, up-to-date records of inventory, prescriptions, and customer transactions as mandated by MOHAP.

License Renewal Process:

• Annual Renewal Requirement:
  Renew your medical store license every year; submit the renewal application well in advance with updated documentation and fee payment.

• Updated Documentation:
  Include the latest business license, valid pharmacist credentials, premises lease agreement, compliance certificates, and updated store layout.

• Applicable Fees:

  • Initial Licensing Fee: Fee amount depends on store type and location.

  • Annual Renewal Fee: Determined by the latest MOHAP guidelines.

Eligibility Requirements Recap:

• Employ a licensed pharmacist

• Registered healthcare or pharmaceutical business

• Approved, compliant physical location

Step-by-Step Application Process:

1. Document Submission: Apply with required documents (trade license, pharmacist qualification, lease, and store layout).

2. MOHAP Inspection: Facilities are inspected for safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance.

3. Approval & Issuance: License is granted upon approval and successful inspection.

Contact MOHAP for support or guidance on medical store licensing and renewal processes to ensure ongoing compliance and uninterrupted operations in the UAE healthcare sector.