Medical Test and Emirates ID
In the UAE, both the medical test and Emirates ID (EID) are essential parts of the residency visa process, whether you’re applying for an employment, investor, or partner visa.
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What is the Medical Test for UAE Visa?
The medical fitness test is a mandatory health screening for all new and renewing UAE residency visa applicants. It ensures that the applicant does not have any infectious or communicable diseases.
Purpose
To protect public health by identifying individuals with:
- HIV/AIDS
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Leprosy
- Hepatitis B & C (in some professions)
What Does the Test Include?
1. Blood Test:
- Tests for HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B, Syphilis (in some cases).
2. Chest X-ray:
- To detect active pulmonary tuberculosis.
Who Needs It?
- All first-time visa applicants (employment, investor, partner, family sponsorship, etc.).
- Visa renewals, especially for domestic workers and specific professions.
What Does the Test Include?
1. Blood Test:
- Tests for HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B, Syphilis (in some cases).
2. Chest X-ray:
- To detect active pulmonary tuberculosis.
Where Is It Done?
- At government-approved medical fitness centers, under:
- DHA (Dubai Health Authority) – for Dubai visas
- MOHAP (Ministry of Health and Prevention) – for other emirates
- DOH (Department of Health) – for Abu Dhabi
Required Documents:
- Original passport
- Entry permit or visa copy
- Passport-sized photos
- Payment receipt (if online booking)
What is EID (Emirates ID) for UAE Visa?
The Emirates ID is a national identity card issued by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security (ICP). It is mandatory for all UAE residents.
Why Is It Important?
- Required for:
- Visa stamping
- Banking
- Mobile SIM registration
- Renting a house
- Government services
- Acts as your official ID in the UAE
Emirates ID Process:
1. Application Submission:
- Online or via a typing center
- Done along with medical test or after receiving entry permit
2. Biometrics Appointment:
- For first-time applicants
- Fingerprints, photo, and iris scan
3. Approval and Issuance:
- Once visa is stamped in passport
- Emirates ID is printed and delivered (or picked up)
Documents Needed:
- Passport
- Visa copy / Entry permit
- Medical test result
- Application form
- Biometrics (for new applicants)
Step-by-Step:
Visa Medical + Emirates ID Process
Entry permit issued
Visit medical fitness center
- Do blood test and X-ray
Submit Emirates ID application
- Online or through typing center
Attend biometrics (if required)
Receive medical fitness result
Submit documents for visa stamping
- Passport is collected and visa is stamped
Submit documents for visa stamping
Summary
- Steps
- 01
- 02
- 03
- 04
- 05
- Task
- Medical Test
- Emirates ID Application
- Biometrics
- Visa Stamping
- Emirates ID Delivery
- Required For
- Visa Stamping
- ID for Residency
- First-Time Applicants
- Final Residency Approval
- Identification
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