Monday, 6 January 2014

Visa Medical Test in Abu Dhabi

Visa medical test is a part of residence visa stamping in Abu Dhabi. You will have to carry out medical test at an authorised medical cen...

Visa medical test is a part of residence visa stamping in Abu Dhabi. You will have to carry out medical test at an authorised medical centre run by SEHA. Go to the SEHA medical centre near Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi or medical centre in Mussafah. Make the booking in advance to avoid the rush at the centre. Get to the centre on your appointment date and get the token and wait for your number. Residence visa stamped in the passport is a must for long term living in Abu Dhabi.

The medical test contains blood test and x-ray of the chest and will cost AED 290. Expats who are over the age of 18 years should go through the medical check-up and obtain the certificate. This medical certificate is a necessary document to submitted along with a new or renewal residence visa application.The medical examination is not done for ages below 18 years.

After the Medical Test you will receive the medical fitness certificate within 48 hours. Health Insurance is mandatory in Abu Dhabi and you will be required to get the medical insurance for the family once the medical tests are done.

Types of Tests Required for each Category

Physical examination is required for all screening categories.
Screening to detect pulmonary tuberculosis by chest x-ray is must for all screening Categories
Blood test for HIV is done for all screening Categories
Blood test for hepatitis B is a must for the below category.
  • Workers in nurseries
  • Domestic workers including Housemaids,
  • Private drivers
  • Food handlers & workers in restaurants
  • Workers  Saloons, barbers  & health clubs
Blood test for syphilis if done for below category.
  • Workers in nurseries
  • Domestic workers including Housemaids,
  • Private drivers
  • Food handlers & workers in restaurants
  • Workers  Saloons, barbers  & health clubs
  • Pregnancy test for females Domestic workers including Housemaids

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