What Is the Medical Fitness Test for New Entry in Dubai
DHA-Approved Health Screening for First-Time Residence Visa Applicants
The medical fitness test for new entrants in Dubai is a mandatory health examination required for all individuals applying for their first UAE residence visa. Conducted in accordance with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) regulations, the screening detects communicable diseases and confirms that applicants meet the medical standards for residency.
This requirement applies to employees, investors, family dependants, domestic workers, and any other category of first-time residence visa applicants. The assessment typically includes a blood test and chest X-ray, with the result issued as an official Medical Fitness Certificate, confirming eligibility for visa issuance.
EGSH, as an authorised AMER Centre, coordinates the entire process through DHA-approved Smart Salem facilities. Clients receive priority access without queues, completing the examination in under 30 minutes. All results are securely transmitted to the UAE immigration system (GDRFA) in electronic form.
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How to Complete Your Medical Test for New Entry in Dubai
Process for Completing the Medical Fitness Test for Visa Applications
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Contact EGSH
Submit a request for a medical fitness test as part of your visa application.
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Schedule Screening
EGSH books priority access at a DHA-approved Smart Salem centre.
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Complete the Test
Attend the screening — blood test and X-ray — in under 30 minutes.
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Receive Certificate
Medical Fitness Certificate sent electronically to the UAE immigration systems.
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Documents Needed for a New Entry Medical Test
Prepare All Required Identification and Medical Documents
Passport
Original passport with at least 6 months' validity for identity verification.
Entry Permit
Valid UAE entry permit issued for the new residence visa application.
Emirates ID Application Form
Stamped Emirates ID registration form from the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICP).
Photograph
Recent passport-sized colour photo with a white background (if requested).
About EGSH
Your Trusted Partner for Medical Fitness Test Coordination in Dubai
EGSH is an authorised AMER Centre in Dubai, integrated with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). As part of the residence visa process, EGSH arranges the medical fitness test at DHA-approved Smart Salem centres, ensuring full compliance with UAE health and immigration regulations.
This service provides clients with priority access, completion of all examinations within 30 minutes, and direct electronic submission of results to the relevant authorities — eliminating extra visits, paperwork, and delays.

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EGSH makes all public services available in one place—fast, transparent, and compliant. We deliver convenience, personalised support, and priority processing for every client, focusing on innovation and sustainability.
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Why is the medical test for new entry in Dubai required?
The UAE medical test for visa is a mandatory health screening regulated by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) for all new residence visa applicants. It is conducted to confirm that the applicant is free from communicable diseases, including tuberculosis, HIV, and hepatitis B, in accordance with UAE public health regulations. In Dubai, the test is a compulsory stage in the residence visa issuance procedure, and a visa will not be granted without a clearance result. EGSH, as an authorised AMER Centre, coordinates the medical fitness test through DHA-approved Smart Salem facilities, ensuring legal compliance and direct submission of results to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA).
What examinations are included in the medical fitness test in Dubai?
The visa health screening in Dubai, as regulated by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), includes a chest X-ray to screen for pulmonary tuberculosis and blood tests for HIV and hepatitis B. These tests are mandatory for all new and renewing residence visa applicants. In certain regulated occupations — such as domestic work, food handling, healthcare, or other high-contact roles — the DHA may require additional tests to ensure occupational health and public safety.
What is the procedure for completing the new visa medical test in the UAE?
The residence visa health check is conducted at Dubai Health Authority (DHA)–approved facilities, including Smart Salem medical centres. Upon arrival at a Smart Salem centre, the applicant is received at the scheduled time and proceeds directly to the examination without queuing. The screening includes a chest X-ray to check for pulmonary tuberculosis and blood tests for HIV and hepatitis B, with additional tests conducted if required for certain regulated occupations. The examination is usually completed within 10–30 minutes, and results are available within approximately 30 minutes. They are transmitted electronically to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) for further processing of the residence visa application.
What is the cost of the medical test for a residence visa in Dubai?
The Dubai visa medical test at DHA-approved Smart Salem centres is priced at AED 700. The same fee applies to both the standard residence visa medical test and the Golden Visa medical test.
How can I collect the results of my medical test for a visa in Dubai?
Applicants do not collect the visa medical report in person. After the examination at a Dubai Health Authority (DHA)–approved facility, the results are ready within about 30 minutes and sent electronically to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) for visa processing. EGSH, as an authorised AMER Centre, oversees this stage to ensure accurate documentation and secure transmission of results without the applicant having to submit them manually.
What is the Smart Salem Medical Centre?
Smart Salem Medical Centres are Dubai Health Authority (DHA)–approved facilities that conduct medical fitness tests required for residence visa applications. These centres use advanced systems to complete the examination within 10–30 minutes, with results ready in about 30 minutes and sent electronically to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA). EGSH works with Smart Salem centres to arrange priority appointments, ensure correct documentation, and streamline this mandatory stage of the visa process.
What happens if I fail the DHA medical test in Dubai?
If an applicant does not pass the Dubai visa medical test, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) will not issue a medical fitness certificate, and the residence visa application cannot proceed. The DHA will notify the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), which may refuse the visa and require the applicant to leave the UAE in accordance with immigration regulations.
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