GAMCA Medical Appointments

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What is GHC?

The program for foreigners run by the Gulf Health Council (now called the wafid.com) verifies their suitability for employment by assessing their overall health.

List of countries under this program?

Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman.

After creating the slip, is it possible for the candidate to change the city?

The slip is valid for 31 days. You can change the city after the validity ends.

When should the candidate visit the medical center to have the examination after creating the slip?

After generating the slip, the applicant can visit the medical center immediately.

Cost of a GAMCA medical registration?

Rs. 1300 or $17 per applicant for appointment.

How can the applicant generate the slip?

You will get the slip in PDF format via E-Mail and WhatsApp.

Can the applicant cancel the generated slip?

If you need to cancel your appointment slip, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be happy to assist you.

What is the validity of the GAMCA medical appointment?

It is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.

What is the expiry date of the GAMCA report?

It is commonly set at 2 months from the date of issue. But it can vary from one GCC country to another.

Can the applicant change the expiry date of the report?

No, you cannot change the expiry date of your GAMCA Medical report.

Can the applicant change the GAMCA medical examination Date?

Your appointment slip is valid for 30 days. You can go for your medical appointment on any day within this period. However, it’s recommended to schedule your appointment within the first 15 days for optimal convenience.

How long will it take for the GAMCA medical examination results to appear?

GAMCA medical examination results can come in 2 to 4 days. The result of the GAMCA medical examination may take a maximum of 26 days.

At what age can you register for medical checkups online?

The applicant’s age should be greater than 12 to do medical registration

When can an applicant schedule a new appointment if their medical report is still valid in the system?
  • If the applicant is fit, they can rebook a GAMCA medical appointment after 2 months from the examination date.
  • If the applicant is in unfit status, they can rebook an appointment after 2 months from the examination date.
What are the countries that demand GAMCA medical results?

A total of six countries in the GCC require the GAMCA to approve a visa. They are UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Oman.

How to apply for a GAMCA medical test?
What takes place in the GAMCA medical examination?

The GAMCA medical examination involves the following:

  • A medical history review
  • A physical examination
  • Chest X-ray
  • Blood tests

 

Which cases are considered as unfit status?

INFECTIOUS DISEASES:

  • HIV-positive (AIDS)
  • Hepatitis (B) Surface Antsgen Poutive
  • Hepatitis C Antibody – positive
  • Microfilaria and Malaria
  • Leprosy

Any abnormal chest X-ray manifestations including, but not limited to:

  • Active on past evidence of TB
  • Pulmonary fibrosis and pulmonary calcification
  • Pleural effusion
  • Lymphadenopathy.

NON-INFECTIOUS DISEASES:

  • Renal failure
  • Liver failure or hepatic insufficiency
  • Heart failure
  • Uncontrolled Hypertension
  • Uncontrolled diabetes.
  • Different types of cancer.
  • Psychiatric and neurological disorders
  • Any distortion, amputation, or physical disability impeding the applicant’s performance.
  • Hemoglobin below 79/100di.

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