GAMCA Medical Appointment in South Africa
If you are applying for a GCC work, employment or residency visa from South Africa, you may need to complete a GAMCA/Wafid medical examination as part of your visa process.
We help applicants with GAMCA medical registration in South Africa, appointment booking and preparation for their medical examination.
As of now, Wafid-approved medical examination centres for South Africa are available in Johannesburg and Pretoria.
GAMCA Medical in South Africa at a Glance
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Medical examination system | GAMCA / Wafid |
| Country | South Africa |
| Currently available cities | Johannesburg and Pretoria |
| Medical centres | Family Medical Centre and BrooklynMed |
| Purpose | GCC employment, work and residency medical requirements |
| Appointment | Wafid appointment registration |
If you are searching for a GAMCA appointment in South Africa, the first thing to know is where the approved medical examinations are currently available.
The current Wafid medical-centre listings include approved centres in Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Where Can You Take Your GAMCA Medical Examination in South Africa?
If you are looking for a GAMCA medical centre in South Africa, the current Wafid listings show approved medical examination centres in Johannesburg and Pretoria.
These are the locations currently available for South Africa in the Wafid booking process.
Johannesburg
Family Medical Centre
Address:
Sandton City, 5th Street
Suite 108
Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2031
South Africa
Pretoria
BrooklynMed
Address:
394 Tram Street
New Muckleneuk
Pretoria, Gauteng, 0145
South Africa
Important
Your GAMCA/Wafid medical examination must be completed through an approved medical centre listed in the Wafid system. A regular clinic or private medical facility is not automatically authorised to conduct a Wafid medical examination.
How to Book a GAMCA Medical Appointment in South Africa
Booking your GAMCA appointment in South Africa involves completing the Wafid registration process and receiving your appointment details.
Enter Your Personal Details
Provide your name, passport information, nationality and other required details exactly as they appear on your documents.
Select South Africa
Choose South Africa as the country where you will complete your medical examination.
Select an Available City
The current South Africa booking form provides:
Johannesburg | Pretoria
Select Your Travelling Country
Choose the GCC country for which you need the medical examination.
Review Your Information
Check your passport details and other information carefully before completing the registration.
Complete the Booking
Follow the booking instructions and complete the required payment.
Keep Your Appointment Slip
Save your Wafid appointment slip and take it with you when you attend the medical examination.
What Documents Do You Need for a GAMCA Medical in South Africa?
Before attending your GCC medical examination in South Africa, make sure you have the documents required for your appointment.
You should generally prepare:
Valid original passport
- Wafid/GAMCA appointment slip
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Relevant visa or application documents, where applicable
- Proof of payment, where required
Additional documents may be required depending on your application, destination country or medical centre.
For a more detailed list of documents, see our guide:
What Happens During a GAMCA Medical Examination?
A GAMCA/Wafid medical examination is carried out at an approved medical centre as part of the GCC visa medical process.
Depending on the requirements applicable to your application, your examination may include:
- General physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urine analysis
- Chest X-ray
- Other required medical checks
The exact medical examination process can vary according to the destination country and applicable requirements.
Want to know what happens from the time you arrive at the centre until the examination is completed?
GAMCA Medical for GCC Countries
A GCC medical examination in South Africa may be required when applying for certain employment, work or residency visas for GCC countries.
Common destinations associated with the Wafid medical process include:
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- Kuwait
- Bahrain
- Oman
- Yemen
Medical and visa requirements can vary depending on the destination country and visa category.
Travelling to Qatar?
If you are travelling to Qatar, check the current Qatar-specific visa and medical requirements before booking, as the process may differ from the standard Wafid route.
Before You Attend Your GAMCA Medical
Once your appointment has been booked, take a few minutes to prepare before visiting the medical centre.
Check Your Appointment Details
Make sure the information on your appointment slip is correct and that you know the medical centre assigned for your examination.
Carry Your Required Documents
Keep your passport, appointment slip, photographs and other required documents ready before travelling.
Plan Your Journey
If you live outside Johannesburg or Pretoria, allow enough time to travel to the medical examination location.
Follow the Medical Centre’s Instructions
The medical centre may provide additional instructions about your appointment and examination.
For more preparation guidance:
How Long Does the GAMCA Medical Process Take?
The time required for a GAMCA medical test in South Africa can vary depending on the medical centre, the examinations required and the applicant’s circumstances.
Your appointment slip will provide information about your scheduled examination.
After you complete the medical examination, the medical centre processes the medical information through the applicable Wafid system.
Because processing times can vary, it is better to check your medical status rather than rely on a fixed result timeframe.
Check Your GAMCA Medical Status
Once you have completed your GAMCA/Wafid medical examination, you can check the status of your medical report online.
Use our GAMCA Medical Status page to check the latest available status of your medical report.
GAMCA Medical in South Africa: Questions Applicants Ask
As of now, Wafid-approved medical examination centres for South Africa are available in Johannesburg and Pretoria. These are the two cities currently shown in the South Africa appointment booking process.
The current Wafid medical-centre listing includes Family Medical Centre in Johannesburg.
The current Wafid medical-centre listing includes BrooklynMed in Pretoria.
The current South Africa booking process provides Johannesburg and Pretoria as the available city options. If you live elsewhere in South Africa, you should plan your medical examination and travel around one of these available locations.
Yes. Your nationality and the country where you complete your medical examination are separate details in the Wafid registration process. Applicants can register for a medical examination in a country different from their nationality, subject to the applicable Wafid requirements.
Yes. If South Africa is the country where you are completing your Wafid medical examination, you can register with your nationality and the GCC country you are travelling to. Make sure the information entered during registration matches your passport and visa application.
Check your Wafid appointment slip, confirm the medical centre details, carry your required documents and make sure you know the location and appointment instructions before travelling.
No. Our $18 appointment booking assistance charge is separate from the medical examination fee. The medical examination fee is determined by the approved medical centre and should be confirmed with the centre before your appointment.
After completing your GAMCA/Wafid medical examination, you can use our GAMCA Medical Status page to check the latest available status of your medical report.
GAMCA is the term many applicants continue to use when referring to the GCC medical examination process. The current official programme is known as Wafid and operates under the Gulf Health Council.
Ready to Book Your GAMCA Medical Appointment in South Africa?
Start your GAMCA/Wafid medical registration in South Africa and prepare for your GCC medical examination with the correct appointment information and required documents.
Currently available South African locations:
Johannesburg | Pretoria
