Primary Source Verification (PSV), commonly known as DataFlow verification, is one of the most important steps for healthcare professionals seeking licensure with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS). It validates that all educational degrees, clinical training, licences, and work experience documents submitted by applicants are genuine and issued by authorised institutions.
This article is based on PrepMedico’s experience supporting hundreds of international healthcare professionals through DataFlow, SCFHS classification, and licensure processes, highlighting common challenges, expected timelines, and best-practice guidance.
As Saudi Arabia continues expanding its healthcare system under Vision 2030, the demand for qualified foreign-trained clinicians has increased, making DataFlow a cornerstone of the licensing framework.
DataFlow is an internationally recognised verification service contracted by SCFHS to independently confirm the authenticity of an applicant’s credentials.
• Academic degrees and diplomas
• Internship, residency, or foundation training
• Professional licences from home country
• Employment and experience certificates
• Good Standing Certificates
• Fellowship or specialty board certifications
The process involves contacting the issuing authorities directly—universities, hospitals, licensing councils, or government bodies—to confirm legitimacy. Once verification is complete, a PSV report is generated and integrated into Mumaris Plus for SCFHS review.
Only professionals with authentic and valid credentials can enter the system.
DataFlow is designed to detect forged or altered documents using global databases and direct institutional checks.
All applicants—local or international—undergo the same verification structure, ensuring fairness and consistency.
A verified DataFlow report may be transferable to other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) regulatory bodies.
For broader healthcare system data and trends, refer to the Saudi Ministry of Health Statistical Reports.
Applicants should prepare the following:
• Passport copy
• Recent passport-style photograph
• Signed DataFlow authorisation form
• Degree certificate(s)
• Internship or house-job certificate
• Postgraduate diplomas or specialty training certificates
• Home-country medical or professional licence
• Good Standing Certificate (issued within last 6 months)
• Experience certificates for each employment period
• Job descriptions (if required)
• Employer signature and official stamp
• Clear colour PDFs or high-quality scans
• Consistent name spelling across all documents
• Certified translation for all non-English/Arabic documents
More details can be found under the Mumaris Plus documentation guidelines.
Once the process is complete, applicants receive one of three outcomes:
Credentials are authentic → applicant can proceed to SCFHS classification.
Documents are fraudulent or inconsistent → may lead to permanent rejection.
Authenticity cannot be confirmed due to:
• Unresponsive issuing authority
• Missing information
• Incorrect details
• Lack of archived records
UTV does not mean failure; it can often be corrected through resubmission or additional documentation.
Estimated costs include:
| Verification Type | Estimated Fee (USD) |
| Full PSV Package (degree + licence + experience) | 200–350 |
| Additional employment verification | 80–120 |
| Good Standing Certificate verification | 50–80 |
| Report transfer or upgrade | 50–100 |
Fees vary by profession, number of documents, and issuing country. Applicants should prepare all required documents before submission to avoid additional charges.
Register via the official SCFHS platform.
This links you automatically to DataFlow verification requirements.
Ensure all files are complete, clear, and correctly labelled.
Payment is processed through Mumaris Plus.
Issuing institutions are contacted directly.
Uploaded directly into your Mumaris Plus profile.
A positive PSV is mandatory to move forward.
6–10 weeks depending on institution response speed.
Some applicants may qualify for expedited processing:
3–5 weeks
• Incorrect or mismatched names
• Unresponsive issuing institutions
• Missing employer contact details
• Blurry or incomplete scans
• Expired Good Standing Certificates
• Peak application periods
Applicants are encouraged to gather documents early to avoid delays.
The most frequent cause of UTV results.
Experience letters without dates, signatures, or stamps cannot be verified.
Document clarity strongly affects verification speed.
All dates, licence numbers, and institution details must match.
Applicants may need to contact institutions directly.
Applicants can track progress in the DataFlow portal. Status terms include:
• Case initiated
• Verification in progress
• Awaiting response
• Completed
• Report issued
If delays occur, applicants can raise a support ticket or request escalation.
A UTV result is not final. Applicants should:
• Upload corrected or clearer documents
• Provide alternate acceptable documents
• Contact issuing authorities to respond to DataFlow
• Request re-verification
• Ensure consistent spelling and dates across documents
With proactive follow-up, many UTV results are successfully resolved.
Based on extensive exposure to SCFHS regulatory pathways, PrepMedico provides structured guidance focused on accuracy, compliance, and preventing repeat submissions.
Support typically includes:
• Reviewing completeness and relevance of all documents
• Identifying discrepancies before submission
• Ensuring translations meet SCFHS standards
• Advising on UTV re-verification strategies
• Providing pathway guidance into classification and exams
• Helping applicants understand SCFHS regulations and expectations
This structured support reduces delays, minimises rejections, and improves overall application clarity.
Most applicants complete Primary Source Verification (PSV) within 6–10 weeks, depending on document complexity and institutional responsiveness. Accelerated options may reduce the timeline to 3–5 weeks.
Yes. All healthcare professionals must complete DataFlow verification to be eligible for SCFHS classification and licensure.
Yes. DataFlow should ideally be completed before employment or visa processing begins.
You may need to resubmit clearer documents, contact issuing institutions, or request re-verification through the DataFlow portal.
Negative reports are rare and typically indicate confirmed fraud. They are difficult to overturn unless there is strong evidence of an administrative error.
Only the experience necessary for your SCFHS classification level must be verified. Unnecessary submissions increase cost and processing time.
Yes. All non-English or non-Arabic documents require certified translation; otherwise, verification will be delayed.
Yes. A positive PSV report is required before written exams, oral exams, or consultant interviews.
Yes. Reports can be transferred or upgraded for an additional fee.
Ensure:
• SCFHS – Mumaris Plus Portal
https://www.scfhs.org.sa
• Vision 2030 Healthcare Transformation
https://www.vision2030.gov.sa
• Saudi Ministry of Health – Official Statistics
https://www.moh.gov.sa/en
• DataFlow Group – PSV Services
https://www.dataflowgroup.com
