Hello Aspirant,

Yes, it is necessary to learn Arabic to register as a pharmacist in UAE. You have to undergo a fundamental Arabic language test for the registration process along with a pharmacy subject test.

Arabic Exam

Fluency in Arabic is needed for an individual to earn a license to practice pharmacy in UAE. The Arabic language exam exists for non- Arabic speaking prospects, it guarantees that a licensed pharmacist or technician is eloquent enough and has the fundamental communication abilities to communicate with Arabic customers in UAE. The early phase of full pharmacy licensure examinations is the Arabic Exam which is an offline written exam of 2 parts:

First part: Translation of Arabic- English medical terminology and counselling instructions clauses. Second part: Translation of English- Arabic medical terminology and counselling instructions, and sentences.

Duration - 1 hour

Arabic Exam is necessary for pharmacists. Only 3 attempts at exams are allowed to pass. After qualifying for the exam aspirant can register for the pharmacy Exam.

I hope it helps.