GAMCA Medical Test — Complete Guide for Pakistan
GAMCA (Gulf Approved Medical Centers Association) medical test is mandatory for workers going to Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman from Pakistan.
GAMCA-Approved Centers in Pakistan
Karachi:
- Ziauddin Hospital, Clifton
- Indus Hospital, Korangi
- Agha Khan Medical Centre
Lahore:
- Services Hospital Medical Centre
- WAPDA Hospital
Islamabad/Rawalpindi:
- PIMS Medical Centre
- Benazir Bhutto Hospital Centre
Peshawar:
- Hayatabad Medical Complex
- KMC Medical Centre
Tests Included
| Test | What It Checks |
|---|
| Chest X-Ray | Tuberculosis (TB) |
| Blood Group | All types |
| HIV Test | HIV/AIDS |
| HBsAg | Hepatitis B |
| Anti-HCV | Hepatitis C |
| Malaria | Malaria parasites |
| VDRL | Syphilis |
| Blood Sugar | Diabetes |
| Urine | Kidney function |
Fees (2026)
- Standard: PKR 5,500–7,500
- Express (24hr): PKR 8,000–12,000
Common Reasons for Failure
- ❌ Active Tuberculosis (TB)
- ❌ HIV positive
- ❌ Hepatitis B or C (active)
- ❌ Uncontrolled diabetes or BP
- ❌ Mental health conditions
Results
- Online: gamca.com.pk (usually 3–5 working days)
- Valid for: 3 months
- Color coded: Green = Fit, Red = Unfit, Yellow = Pending
Tips
- Fast for 8 hours before blood test
- Bring CNIC, passport, 2 photos
- Carry list of any medications you take
- Avoid heavy exercise 24 hours before X-Ray