In 2025, do you intend to work in the Gulf countries? Passing the
required medical exam authorized by GAMCA (now Wafid) is one of the
first and most important tasks, regardless of whether you're traveling
to Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman, or
Bahrain. These tests guarantee that you are healthy enough to reside
and work in GCC countries.
The new Gulf medical test guidelines, necessary paperwork,
disqualifying circumstances, and advice to assist you easily pass your
GAMCA/Wafid medical will all be covered in this blog.
Why Do Gulf Visas Require a Medical Test?
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Countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) require medical
examination to:
- Preserve public health
- Stop the transmission of infectious diseases
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Verify that foreign employees are physically able to do the tasks
they have been allocated.
Who Must Take the Medical Exam?
- Every work visa candidate
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Healthcare personnel, engineers, technicians, drivers, and domestic
workers
- 18 years of age and older (usually)
Before the visa is stamped at the embassy, the test needs to be
finished.
Documents Needed for 2025 Medical Examinations
Make sure you bring the following to your medical facility that has
been approved by GAMCA and Wafid:
- original passport, which is good for at least six months
- Four to six passport-sized pictures with a white backdrop
- Wafid.com's online appointment slip
- A copy of your visa or job offer letter, if applicable
Which Medical Examinations Are Covered?
- HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, and malaria blood tests
- X-ray of the chest for tuberculosis screening
- Indicators of drug usage, protein, and sugar in urine tests
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Physical examination: blood pressure, height, weight, hearing,
vision, etc.
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Pregnancy and gynecological exams are optional for women (depending
on the work category).
Usually, results are announced within 48 to 72 hours.
Conditions and Illnesses That May Disqualify You
You might be labeled "Unfit" if you have been diagnosed with any of
the following conditions:
- AIDS/HIV
- Hepatitis B or C
- TB, or active tuberculosis
- Positive drug test results or drug addiction
- Extreme mental illness
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Chronic heart or renal diseases (depending on the sort of work)
- HIV/AIDS or syphilis
How to Make an Online Medical Appointment (2025)
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Visit Wafid.com.
- Select "Make a Medical Appointment."
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Enter your personal information, such as your name and passport
number.
- Choose your city and nation.
- Pay the cost, which is between $10 and $12.
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Download the confirmation of your appointment, which includes the
name of the center.
How to Succeed in Your Medical Exam
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Before the test, abstain from junk food, alcohol, and tobacco.
- Drink plenty of water and get enough sleep the night before.
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Steer clear of superfluous drugs that could skew test results.
- Bring the original paperwork, and dress in clean clothes.
- Keep your cool throughout the physical examination.
How to View Online Medical Test Results
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Go to wafid.com.
- Click on "Verify Medical Status."
- Enter your nationality and passport number.
- See your test results (FIT or UNFIT) or download them.
Rules for Medical Validity and Retesting
- Validity of Report: three months from the date of publication
- 90 days must pass before reapplying if unfit.
- For unsuccessful reports, appeals are not permitted.
Concluding remarks
A crucial step in obtaining a visa in 2025 is passing the Gulf medical
exam. Being alert and prepared is essential; if you take good care of
yourself and follow the right procedures, you can work in Saudi
Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, or any other Gulf country.
A "FIT" report is your ticket to a new career and a new life in the
Middle East, so keep that in mind.
