FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

You will get frequently asked questions about Gamca’s medical status and report validation.
Here, you can find related details such as the medical guide, the different medical centres, their costs, the booking procedure, the different tests you will go through and the way you can cancel your appointment.
We aim to make the process easier for people pursuing jobs in the GCC countries.

CHECK YOUR REPORT

The Gulf Health Council’s expatriate program evaluates health fitness for expatriates to make sure they are FIT to work.

The medical examination result appears within 1 to 2 days.

  • In case of fit status, the applicant can rebook an appointment after 3 months from the modified date, not the examination date.
  • In case of unfit status, the applicant can rebook an appointment after 6 months from the modified date, not the examination date.

The expiry date of the report is calculated from the modified date not the examination date.

If you recently had a medical test, the results could take up to 2-4 working days to arrive. If you have an emergency to get the visa, then you can intimidate the centre for more information. The basic reports will be submitted online by the centre and for detailed reports you have to collect them physically and ask for a courier from the assigned medical centre for further processing. But normally it does not take longer than the mentioned time.

Yes, you can access the GAMCA online report portal from any device with an internet connection, including smartphones, tablets, and computers. Ensure that you have a stable internet connection for a smooth and hassle-free experience.

If you discover any errors or discrepancies in your GAMCA medical report, it is essential to address them promptly. Contact the GAMCA authorities or the medical centre where you underwent the examination to rectify any inaccuracies. They will guide you through the necessary steps to resolve the issue and update your report accordingly.

  • Bangladesh
  • Egypt
  • India
  • Ethiopia
  • Ghana
  • Indonesia
  • Jordan
  • Kenya
  • Lebanon
  • Mali
  • Morocco
  • Nepal
  • Niger
  • Pakistan
  • Philippines
  • Sri Lanka
  • Sudan
  • Tanzania
  • Thailand
  • Turkey
  • Uganda

The GAMCA Medical Certificate is a health assessment ensuring candidates meet specific health standards, vital for international employment to safeguard the well-being of the workforce and host communities.

The health check includes a comprehensive physical examination, laboratory tests, and, if necessary, diagnostic imaging. The duration varies but typically takes a few hours to complete.

Yes, there are specific age restrictions for eligibility. It’s essential to check the criteria set by GAMCA-approved medical centers.

It’s advisable to inform the medical center about any medications you are taking. Specific guidelines may vary, and it’s crucial to follow the instructions provided by the medical professionals conducting the health check.

The medical centres create a medical fitness report for everyone. The fit report is valid for 90 days, after which you will be not able to book a new Wafid Appointment for 60 days . After acquiring a positive GAMCA (now Wafid) medical report from an approved Wafid Centre, you can travel to your destination country. But after even 1 day of the valid 90 days you will not be allowed to show that fit certificate.

Generally, a new health check is required for each job application, ensuring the most current assessment of your health status.

Yes, you can apply for the medical slip even before securing a job offer.

Depends on the location of the centre (PAKISTAN, INDiA? And Bangladesh) do not forget to mention (available in the article)

The cost comprises a basic certificate fee and additional fees for medical tests. Factors such as the chosen medical center and specific tests required contribute to the overall fees.

The health check includes a comprehensive physical examination, laboratory tests, and, if necessary, diagnostic imaging. The duration varies but typically takes a few hours to complete.

Yes you can, contact +91 9544001744 for cancel the appointment slip

To register for the medical test please follow these steps:

  • Please Access to this link https://www.gamcamedicalappointment.com
  • Press book an appointment button
  • Choose the country, the city and the travelling country (the medical center will be assigned Automatically as per the city )
  • Enter all required information and press submit (please double check all date &info before Submitting)
  • Fill the payment page, please note that the expiry date is year then month (YY MM) and make sure that all credit card are entered right, press pay Button
  • You Get the slip for the medical exam, please visit the medical center at the earliest to do your medical examination.

Notes:

The system will not go to the next page until the number shown in the screen below is entered and marked, I agree that all information entered are correct as shown on the page below.

If the nationality is Egyptian, the expatriate must enter the ID national number.

No, the examination date can’t be changed or edited, Examination date is calculated automatically from the day the medical exam is approved.

The only valid way of obtaining the Wafid registration and appointment slip is through online. The payment must be done online. So, you need not to contact any agent for the appointment slip. Just visit the official website and do as instructed. There is no need for any agent. Or you may get duped by any unauthorised person.

The Slip cannot be cancelled, but the applicant can generate another one after the current one expires if the applicant did not attend the medical examination. If you discontinue the service, you will get a refund less a Rs 586 cancellation charge, which will be credited to your account within 7 to 10 working days.

Please contact gamcahealth@gmail.com and provide the following document and info:

(Nationality / date and time of access /passport number /Name/credit Card number /card name owner/Email/copy of the credit card/Bank statement).

In case the applicant entered wrong data like passport number & City can not be changed other details like, name, nationality, profession, date of birth, visa number and date, passport expiry date, passport issue date, passport issue place by the following instructions:The applicant should contact the medical center and ask them to submit a change request as change candidate details or as change Medical exam requestAsk the medical center for the change request number and change request submission dateThe change request is for free and the applicant shouldn’t pay any money for it.

Please contact info@gamcamedicalappointment.com and provide the following document and info:

(Nationality/date and time of access /passport number /Name/Credit Card number /card name owner/E-mail/copy of the credit card/Bank statement).

Yes, he can. He should select the country that he wants to do the examination in it and select his nationality.

In case of fit status, the applicant can rebook an appointment after 3 months from the modified date, not the examination date.

In case of unfit status, the applicant can rebook an appointment after 6 months from the modified date, not the examination date.

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

Visit the following link to find the location of medical centers: https://your URL with the gamca medical centre page

Please Access to this link https://your url/
• From the Medical centre Tab, please select the country and the city, all medical centres for the determined city will be displayed.
• You can also enter any medical centre name, and the medical centre details will be displayed.

The medical examination result appears within 1 to 2 days

Infectious Diseases:

  • HIV positive (AIDS)
  • Hepatitis (B) Surface Antigen Positive
  • 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.
  • Haemoglobin below 79/100di

All expatriates seeking employment or residency visas in GCC countries are required to undergo GAMCA Medical. This includes individuals applying for work visas, student visas, family visas, and residency permits.

The GAMCA medical examination generally includes the following:

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

If you loose your appointment slip or GAMCA medical report, you can request a replacement by contacting GAMCA customer support.

From the check candidate status tab , enter that passport number and the Nationality or the slip number

If you discover any errors or discrepancies in your GAMCA medical report, it is essential to address them promptly. Contact the GAMCA authorities or the medical centre where you underwent the examination to rectify any inaccuracies. They will guide you through the necessary steps to resolve the issue and update your report accordingly.

The validity period varies, but certificates are generally valid for a few months. It is typically job-specific, and a new health check may be required for each application.

Yes, you can track your GAMCA medical report status using your Passport number and GAMCA appointment slip number.

es, it is required for work visa applications in all GCC (Gulf Countries) member countries.

Please contact (your professional mail) and provide the following document and info:

(Nationality/date and time of access /passport number /Name/Credit Card number /card name owner/E-mail/copy of the credit card/Bank statement).

Please check the following and make sure that:
• there is no bank issue
• all credit card details are correct on the payment confirmation page and
• credit card is valid with enough balance
• the expire date is entered correctly as year then month (YYMM)
• Try to pay again using another card,
• Check the internet network or try another internet browser

Please contact (your professional mail) and provide the following document and info:

(Nationality / date and time of access /passport number /Name/credit Card number /card name owner/Email/copy of the credit card/Bank statement).