GAMCA medical appointment

booking a GAMCA medical appointment, typically required for individuals traveling to GCC countries (like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman) for work, residency, or long-term visas. GAMCA stands for Gulf Approved Medical Centers Association. This medical exam checks for fitness and communicable diseases like TB, HIV, Hepatitis, etc.

How to Book a GAMCA Medical Appointment (as of 2025):

You can now book online through the GCC Health / Wafid website (Wafid replaced GAMCA as the main portal since 2022).

โœ…ย  GAMCA / Wafid Website:


Steps to Book a GAMCA Medical Appointment:

  1. Go to the Wafid website:
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://wafid.com/

  2. Click on “Book Medical Appointment”.

  3. Fill in required details:

    • Passport number

    • Nationality

    • Visa type / category

    • Destination country (the GCC country you’re going to)

    • Mobile number

    • Email address

  4. Pay the fees online:

    • The medical slip fee is usually around USD 10โ€“12 (approx โ‚น850โ€“โ‚น1000 in India), but this varies by country and exchange rate.

  5. Get your medical slip / appointment letter:

    • This will include:

      • The assigned medical center

      • Appointment date

      • Your reference number

    • Important: You cannot choose your center manually, it is auto-assigned by the system.

  6. Attend the medical at the assigned center with these documents:

    • Original passport

    • Appointment slip / reference number

    • Passport-size photos

    • Any prior medical reports (if required)


Additional Notes:

  • Validity: The GAMCA/Wafid medical report is valid for 3 months from the date of issue.

  • Result Upload: Your result will be uploaded to the Wafid portal. The consulate/embassy and employer will check online.

  • Medical Status Types:
    โœ… Fit
    โŒ Unfit (You may not be allowed entry if unfit; depends on reason)


If you tell me your country of residence and the GCC country you’re applying for, I can give you a direct link and local instructions for your nearest approved medical center. https://wafidmedicals.in/

Certainly! Hereโ€™s a more detailed guide about the GAMCA / Wafid medical process, including preparation tips, typical tests done, costs, timelines, and post-exam steps:


โœ… Full Details about GAMCA / Wafid Medical Appointment:

๐Ÿ“Œ Who Needs GAMCA/Wafid Medical Test?

Anyone applying for employment, residency, family visa, or long-term stay in a GCC country (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman) usually needs this.


๐Ÿ“‹ Step-by-Step Booking & Process:

1. Online Registration

  • Visit the official site: https://wafid.com/

  • Click: “Book Medical Appointment”

  • Fill in:

    • Passport details

    • Visa category

    • Destination country

    • Contact info

  • Pay online (Visa/Mastercard/Other cards accepted)


2. Medical Slip Generation

  • After payment, download your Medical Slip (PDF).

  • This slip contains:

    • Your reference number

    • Auto-assigned GAMCA-approved medical center (you cannot choose manually)

    • Appointment date

    • Center address


3. Documents to Carry on Exam Day

  • Original Passport (valid with at least 6 months validity)

  • Passport-size photographs (3โ€“4 copies, with white background)

  • Printout of appointment slip

  • Old medical records (if any relevant health history)


4. Tests Usually Conducted

(May vary slightly by country and center)

Test Type What they check
Physical Examination General fitness, BP, weight, vision etc.
Chest X-ray Check for Tuberculosis (TB)
Blood Tests HIV, Hepatitis B & C, Malaria, Syphilis
Urine Test Sugar, protein levels, etc.
Optional / Additional tests Depending on age, visa type, destination rules

5. Processing Time

  • Usually 1โ€“3 working days for results.

  • Some centers may offer same-day results for extra fees.


6. Checking Your Result Online

You can check your GAMCA/Wafid medical result status online here:
๐Ÿ‘‰ https://wafid.com/medical-status-search/

You will need your passport number and Wafid slip number/reference number.


7. Possible Results:

  • FIT: You are medically cleared for visa processing.

  • UNFIT: Your visa process may be rejected. You may be advised to treat health issues and reapply after a period (depends on condition).


๐Ÿ’ฐ Typical Fees (GAMCA Medical Test Cost by Country):

Country (where you’re taking the test) Approx Cost
India โ‚น4000 โ€“ โ‚น6000
Pakistan PKR 7000 โ€“ PKR 10000
Bangladesh BDT 2500 โ€“ BDT 4000
Nepal NPR 3000 โ€“ NPR 5000
Sri Lanka LKR 5000 โ€“ LKR 8000

(Prices vary slightly by city/center and additional tests)


โณ Validity:

  • GAMCA/Wafid medical report is valid for 3 months from the date of issue.

  • If visa not stamped within this, you may need to do it again.


โš ๏ธ Important Tips:

  • Arrive early on your appointment day.

  • Fast for 8โ€“10 hours (some centers require fasting for accurate blood tests โ€“ confirm with your assigned center).

  • Wear loose, comfortable clothes.

  • Bring exact cash for any extra tests if requested.


โœ… Common Wafid / GAMCA Online Links:


If you tell me your current country/city and which GCC country youโ€™re applying to, I can give you your nearest medical center address and local instructions.

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