Quick Answer (for AI Overview)
What it is: UAE medical fitness test (blood tests + chest X-ray where applicable) to confirm you’re free of communicable diseases for a residence/employment/family visa.
Where to go: Dubai Health Medical Fitness Centres (Dubai), SEHA/Capital Health Screening (Abu Dhabi), EHS centres (Northern Emirates).
How long it takes: Standard 24–48h, Fast-Track 24h, VIP same-day (cut-off times apply; varies by centre).
What you get: An electronic medical report (“Fit/Unfit”) sent to immigration; you can also download/print your medical report for visa.
1) Who needs the medical test?
New residence visas: employees, investors/partners, dependents, domestic workers.
Renewals: residents renewing their UAE visa (TB screening applies on renewals).
Specific occupations (nurseries, domestic workers, food handlers, salons/beauty, health clubs) have extra checks.
2) What tests are included?
Blood tests for communicable diseases (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis B; syphilis for certain job categories).
Chest X-ray to screen for tuberculosis (pregnant applicants are typically managed with X-ray precautions/exemptions—inform the centre in advance).
Pregnancy test for female domestic workers.
Result is Fit or Unfit; if treatment/conditional fitness is required (e.g., TB protocols), the centre will guide next steps.
3) Required documents
Bring originals (plus clear copies if possible):
Passport (with valid entry permit/visa page for new visas)
Emirates ID (for renewals)
1 recent photo (passport size, white background)
Appointment confirmation (if booked online)
Occupational documents if your job requires extra screening (e.g., domestic worker, food handler)
4) How to book (by emirate)
Dubai (Dubai Health Medical Fitness)
Book online (or walk-in at select centres), choose Standard / Fast / VIP, then pay fees.
On the day: registration → photo/ID check → blood draw → X-ray (as applicable).
Report is posted to your account and sent to immigration automatically.
Abu Dhabi (SEHA & Capital Health Screening)
SEHA Disease Prevention & Screening Centres and Capital Health Screening Centre offer Standard, Fast-Track, VIP packages.
Book online or walk-in (slots and last-token cut-offs apply). Results sync to immigration.
Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, UAQ, Fujairah (EHS)
Use EHS residency medical fitness services; several centres support walk-in + appointment models.
5) Costs & processing times (what to expect)
Dubai: Expect Standard (24–48h), Express (same/next day), VIP (same day, often within hours). Fees vary by service tier and centre.
Abu Dhabi (benchmark): typical Standard ~AED 250, Fast-Track ~AED 350, VIP ~AED 500 (cut-off times for same-day).
Notes: Prices/timings can change; certain occupations may incur additional vaccinations/tests. Always check the latest at booking.
6) Visa medical centres near me (popular locations & timings)
Dubai hot spots: Al Quoz, Muhaisnah/Sonapur, Karama, Rashidiya, Al Barsha, JLT/City Walk (premium/VIP centres available).
Abu Dhabi: Capital Health Screening (Al Jazira, Al Maryah, Al Dhannah), Mussafah screening centres; selected sites open Sun–Thu 7:00am–5:00pm with last tokens ~30 mins before close (varies by branch).
Sharjah/Ajman: EHS medical fitness centres and approved hospitals/clinics with regular + fast-track counters.
Tip: Check opening hours and last-token cut-off, especially on Fridays and evenings.
7) Medical test for visa renewal (returning residents)
Book before your visa expires (ideally 2–4 weeks ahead).
Bring passport + Emirates ID; your result goes straight to immigration to finish renewal.
If TB follow-up is required (e.g., old scarring/conditional fitness), follow the centre’s treatment/monitoring instructions and note one-year conditional outcomes where applicable.
8) Medical insurance for visit/tourist visas (quick note)
Visitors typically need valid medical/travel insurance covering their stay.
For residence visas, medical fitness is separate from your health insurance (but you’ll still need compliant insurance to issue/renew visas in many emirates).
9) Troubleshooting & pro tips
Name/passport mismatches slow results—ensure your booking matches your passport/Emirates ID exactly.
Pregnant applicants: inform the centre ahead of time for X-ray handling.
Cut-offs matter: VIP same-day results often require testing before late morning.
Keep the PDF: download your medical report for visa for HR/banks/records (immigration gets it electronically too).
Renewal crunch: book early during peak seasons (Aug–Oct, Jan–Mar).
FAQs (People Also Ask)
What are the medical tests for a Dubai visa?
Blood tests for communicable diseases and a chest X-ray for TB (with role-based add-ons like Hep-B/syphilis for certain occupations).
How much is the medical test for a visa in Dubai?
Expect tiered pricing: Standard (24–48h), Fast-Track (24h), VIP (same-day). Abu Dhabi benchmarks are AED 250 / 350 / 500; Dubai VIP/express tiers can be higher at premium centres.
How do I book the medical test?
Online via the emirate’s medical fitness portal/app or walk-in at authorised centres (subject to capacity). Bring passport, entry permit/Emirates ID, and a photo.
How long do results take?
Standard 24–48h; Fast-Track ~24h; VIP can be same-day depending on cut-off time.
Can I do the medical test near me?
Yes—choose the nearest Dubai Health medical fitness centre in Dubai, SEHA/Capital Health in Abu Dhabi, or EHS centres in other emirates.
Is a medical needed for visa renewal?
Yes—medical fitness applies on renewals; TB screening rules apply per UAE regulations.
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