Invest in Your Career
Choose the membership that fits your ambitions. Every tier unlocks a world of professional development, global networking, and exclusive optometry resources — plus your internationally recognised UOF Global Membership Certificate.
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Each plan includes a Global Membership Certificate. Click Pay Now to complete payment, or Register / Apply to submit your details first.
Student Member
Student
per year
- Access to all UOF student webinars (complimentary)
- Free physical onsite events in Dubai
- OptoKayak Quarterly Newsletter — free
- UOF Community network access
- 20% discount on Optoverse Academy courses
- Subscription details updated on website
- Valid student ID card required at registration
Eligibility: Open to students currently enrolled in any recognised, accredited optometry college (in-person programmes only — online-only institutions are not eligible).
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New Member
Associate
per year
- Up to 30% discount on Optoverse physical event registrations (onsite only)
- Free EyeQon registration — onsite & online
- Complimentary registration for all UOF-organised webinars (with or without CME)
- Free access to OptoKayak Quarterly Newsletter
- Strong professional network within the UOF Community
- 20% discount on Optoverse Academy courses
- Subscription details updated on website
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a minimum 3–4 year Bachelor of Optometry degree or higher, as per their country's norm. Diploma optometrists must upgrade their qualification before joining UOF Global.
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New Member
Elite
every 2 years
- All Premium membership benefits — for 2 full years
- Complimentary registration to annual Optoverse physical events
- 50% discount on workshops
- Free access to OptoKayak Quarterly Newsletter
- Comprehensive support & guidance for Licensing Exams (DOH, DHA, MOH)
- Complimentary CME points for UOF-organised webinars
- 30% discount on Optoverse Academy courses
- Subscription details updated on website
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a minimum 3–4 year Bachelor of Optometry degree or higher, as per their country's norm. Diploma optometrists must upgrade their qualification before joining UOF Global.
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Why Join UOF Global?
CPD & CME Accredited
Earn recognised CPD and CME points through UOF webinars and events.
Optoverse Academy
Discounted access to 35+ professional development courses.
5 Global Zones
Connect with optometrists across Middle East, Africa, Americas, Asia Pacific & Europe.
Licensing Exam Support
Premium members get guidance for DOH, DHA, and MOH licensing exams.
Optoverse Conference
Complimentary or discounted access to the flagship annual conference.
Global Certificate
Receive an internationally recognised UOF Global Membership Certificate.
Ready to Elevate Your Practice?
Join thousands of optometrists who are already growing with UOF Global. Pick your plan, complete payment, and receive your Global Membership Certificate.
UOF Middle East — Where It All Began
The United Arab Emirates is the birthplace of UOF Global. Our Middle East zone is the founding community — and home to the annual Optoverse Conference, the region's premier gathering of eye care professionals.
Optoverse-7 Conference — UAE
The 7th edition of the Optoverse Conference is coming to the UAE. Dates to be announced — UOF members receive complimentary or discounted access depending on their membership tier.