In‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ short, if you are moving to the Gulf for work or your family is relocating and you are coming together for business or personal reasons, then the Wafid medical test is a must-have before your visa will be issued. Many people still call it GAMCA, but officially the system has been changed to the Wafid Program.

Scheduling your medical appointment may look overwhelming at the beginning, especially when considering online portals, strict regulations, and non-refundable fees. But you don't have to worry — through this 2026 guide, I will explain to you each and every step of the Wafid medical appointment process, so you will be able to complete it without any problem and with full confidence.

What You Need Before Booking

Before you go through the booking process, make sure you have the following information and documents at hand:

Original Passport – The passport number, issue date, and expiry date should match exactly.

Valid Debit or Credit Card – The card must allow international and online payments. (Since the fees are non-refundable, it is better that you use a card from a reliable company.)

Personal Details – Height, weight, marital status.

Destination GCC Country – Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, or Bahrain.

Having all these things prepared will help you to go through the process quickly and without mistakes.

Step-by-Step Wafid Medical Appointment Process

Here is the step-by-step guide to your success in booking your Wafid medical appointment:

Step 1: Visit the Official Wafid Portal

Go to the official Wafid site and find the "Book Appointment" button on the main page.

Important: Make sure that you only use the official portal. Beware of phony sites that might steal your money or personal information.

Step 2: Enter Applicant and Location Details

Provide the following information:

Current country and city

Destination GCC country

Passport number, issue date, and expiry date

Personal details (height, weight, marital status)

Note: The system will pick the medical center for you depending on your location. You cannot select a different clinic, and if you try, your application might be rejected.

Check all the information once again to make sure that everything is correct and corresponds to your passport.

Step 3: Select Visa Type

Pick the right category of the visa:

Work Visa

Family / Dependent Visa

Other residency types

Medical requirements may differ slightly from visa to visa, so it is important that you choose the correct one.

Step 4: Make Payment

If everything is correct, you will be taken to the payment page.

Pro Tip: Do not close the browser or click the refresh button during the payment. If the payment is taking a long time, wait patiently. Refreshing the page will result in the transaction being done twice although you will only see one payment and the appointment slip not being generated.

Step 5: Download and Print the Wafid Appointment Slip

Upon successful payment, the system will create your Wafid Appointment Slip.

Save the copy on your computer

Print it out on a regular A4 sheet

Keep a digital copy with you

You are required to have this slip together with your original passport and some passport-sized photographs when you go to the medical center that has been assigned to you.

Attending the Wafid Medical Test

Step 6: Visit the Assigned Medical Center

Your slip will have

The medical center name

Clinic code

Address and city

Important: Besides the center that has been assigned to you, do not go to any other center.

Step 7: Complete the Medical Tests

Regular Wafid medical tests include:

Blood tests

Chest X-ray

General physical examination

First of all, the requirements may vary depending on the visa type.

Step 8: Receive Medical Results

After completion of the tests, your results are then sent through the electronic means to the visa authorities in the Gulf region that are concerned. Keep your slip and the medical receipt until your visa has been granted.

Important Points to Remember (2026 Update)

Appointment slips are valid for around 30 days.

Details that have been input incorrectly cannot be fixed online; a new booking will be required.

Commission is non-refundable.

A "Check Status" option on the Wafid portal allows one to resolve situations such as where the payment has been made but the slip has not been generated.

Common Problems and Solutions

Problem: Payment deducted but no slip generated

Look at your email folder and also check the spam folder

Use Check Status on the portal

If you still can't find what's going on, get in touch with Wafid support.

Problem: Wrong passport number or visa type entered

Making corrections online is not an option

It is necessary to make a new booking

Problem: Cannot attend the assigned medical center

The slip expires 30 days after issuance

Fees are non-refundable

If you need to rebook

Conclusion

One may think that the Wafid medical appointment is a complicated task and even a bit scary but the truth is you can handle it if you prepare and pay attention to every little detail. Check if you have all the needed documents, make sure that all the info is correct, and take each step as it comes on the portal.

Just one step away from your Gulf visa is your Wafid appointment slip. There is no need to be stressed about your medical test, just treat it as a routine check-up: eat properly, take your rest, and be calm and composed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is it possible to schedule a Wafid medical appointment for a family visa?

Of course, yes. When selecting a family visa during the booking, the system will set the correct medical requirements.

2. May I choose my favorite medical center?

No. The system locates the clinic automatically depending on your city.

3. Are the Wafid medical fees refundable?

No. The fees that are charged are mostly not refundable.

4. In what ways can I get a duplicate of Wafid appointment slip?

On the portal, you can utilize the Print / Check Status option along with your passport number.

5. For how long is the Wafid appointment slip valid?

Normally, 30 days from the date of the ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌booking.