Purpose of the Medical Checkup

The examination is conducted to determine whether you are medically fit for overseas employment, especially for Gulf and Middle Eastern countries. The center provides medical screening for overseas passengers and workers traveling abroad.

Documents to Bring

• Original passport
• Passport photocopy
• Visa copy (if available)
• Passport-size photographs
• BMET registration card (if applicable)
• WAFID/GAMCA registration slip (for GCC countries)
• Previous medical records (if any)

Typical Medical Tests Included

Most overseas employment medical examinations include:

1. Registration & Identity Verification

• Passport verification
• Photograph capture
• Biometric verification (if required)

2. Physical Examination

• Height and weight
• Blood pressure
• Pulse rate
• General fitness assessment
• Examination by a doctor

3. Vision & Hearing Test

• Eyesight examination
• Color blindness test (for some occupations)
• Basic hearing assessment

4. Laboratory Tests

• Complete blood count (CBC)
• Blood sugar test
• Blood group (if required)
• Urine routine examination

5. Infectious Disease Screening

Commonly checked:

• HIV/AIDS
• Hepatitis B (HBsAg)
• Hepatitis C (Anti-HCV)
• Other country-specific infectious disease tests

6. Chest X-Ray

• Screening for tuberculosis (TB)
• Lung condition assessment

7. Additional Tests (Country or Job Specific)

Some countries or employers may require:

• ECG
• Liver function tests
• Kidney function tests
• Stool examination
• Malaria screening
• Pregnancy test (for female applicants)
• Psychiatric evaluation

These tests are commonly required by GCC-approved medical screening programs.

Reasons for Being Declared Unfit

A passenger may be declared medically unfit because of:

• Active tuberculosis (TB)
• Positive HIV result
• Certain contagious diseases
• Severe heart disease
• Serious kidney failure
• Uncontrolled diabetes (depending on job requirements)
• Severe mental illness
• Drug abuse findings

Requirements vary by destination country and employer.

Before the Medical Checkup

• Sleep well the night before.
• Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs.
• Drink water unless instructed to fast.
• Bring all required documents.
• Wear comfortable clothing.
• Follow any fasting instructions provided by the medical center.

Medical Report Processing

Many overseas medical centers provide reports within the same day or within a few working days, depending on the destination country's requirements and any additional testing needed.