Essentials to Know About Wafid Medical Test for Indian Women

Wafid is a mandatory medical examination process to undergo for ex-pats who want to do a job in one of the GCC nations. The rule is the same for woman candidates who want to get a work or residency visa from India. So, if you are a woman and you have been hired by an employer from one of the GCC nations (Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and UAE) then read this blog to know about Wafid medical tests for women. 


How to Register For Wafid Medical Test?

You can book for Wafid medical test only online. It was previously known as GAMCA. But, after 15th January 2023, it is known as Wafid. You need to pay Rs. 1500/- online with your credit card to book the appointment for the Wafid medical examination. 

Wafid Medical Examination for Women

The Wafid medical test includes a physical examination, laboratory test, and a thorough evaluation of your medical records of yours. The medical tests take several hours to get completed. The tests are important to undergo for each man and woman candidate to ensure that they are completely fit and healthy to get a visa.

Physical examination includes, 

  • Body weight checking

  • Height measurement

  • Blood pressure checking

  • Pulse rate 

Also, the doctor will check your eyes, nose, throat, and skin to detect whether you are eligible to get a fit certificate or not. 

Laboratory Test

  • Blood test 

  • Urine test

  • Stool test

  • Blood test to check HIV, hepatitis (B and C)

  • Syphilis 

  • X-Ray

Though, pregnant women are not required to undergo X-rays. 

Moreover, a thorough evaluation of your medical history will be done to check whether you were affected by chronic illnesses in the past or not. You would also be asked if you are taking any medication or not. 

Conclusion

After all the tests, the medical report would be sent to the GCC embassy in India. If the results meet the parameter set by the GCC medical council, you would obtain your visa for your desired GCC nation for work or permanent residency. 


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