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If you’re planning to extend a Family Visit Visa in Qatar, one of the key requirements is completing a medical test at the Medical Commission. This test ensures that visitors meet the country’s health and safety standards before extending their stay.
In this guide, we’ll explain when and where to do the medical test, what documents and fees are required, the procedure, and how to check your results online.
- When to Do the Medical Test for Visit Visa Extension in Qatar
- Qatar Medical Commission Location
- Medical Commission Timings
- Documents Required for Medical Test
- Fees for Medical Test
- Entrances to Medical Commission
- Dress Code For Female Visitors
- Medical Test Procedure
- Medical Test Result
- Medical Test for Children
- Visit Visa Extension After Medical Test
- Key Takeaways
- FAQ on Medical Test for Visit Visa Extension
When to Do the Medical Test for Visit Visa Extension in Qatar
After a visitor arrives in Qatar, the visa sponsor will receive an SMS reminder to complete the medical test if an extension is needed. However, it may take up to three days for the visitor’s entry details to appear in the system. It would be ideal to take the test three days after arrival to ensure your information is updated in the system.
You can take the test any time before the visa expires, but since results can take up to three working days, it’s best to complete it within the first three weeks of entry to avoid last-minute issues.
Qatar Medical Commission Location
All medical tests for visit visa extensions must be done at the Medical Commission Office in Doha, which is the official government medical testing centre.
- Location: Near Woqod Petrol Station, Industrial Area (Abu Hamour), Doha
- View Location on Google Maps
Medical Commission Timings
- Sunday to Thursday: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Friday & Saturday: Closed
Pro Tip: Afternoon sessions (especially mid-week) are usually less crowded. On busy days, token distribution may close 1–2 hours before the official closing time.
Documents Required for Medical Test
Bring the following documents to complete the medical test process:
- Original passport of the visitor
- Clear copy of the visit visa, with a contact number written on it
- Debit or credit card for payment (cash not accepted)
Fees for Medical Test
- Fee: QAR 100 per person
- Payment method: Debit or credit card only (no cash)
- If you don’t have a card, there is a bank counter near the women’s entrance that issues temporary debit cards for a small fee.
Entrances to Medical Commission
The Medical Commission has separate entrances for male and female visitors:
- Male Entrance: Go straight, then turn right after the main building
- Female Entrance: Turn right immediately after the main gate
Dress Code For Female Visitors
Women must wear ankle-length dresses or pants. Dresses above knee length are not allowed.
Men are not allowed to accompany female visitors inside, even if they are relatives. If the visitor needs help, one female companion is permitted.
For the men’s section, only the visitor is allowed entry (except for elderly or disabled visitors). If the visitor is using your card for payment, share the PIN in advance.
Note: There are multiple entrances for men — one for X-ray and another for employment medicals. Confirm with security that you’re at the correct one.
Medical Test Procedure
The medical test screens for HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and includes a chest X-ray for tuberculosis (TB).
Here’s what to expect step-by-step:
- Collect a token from the entrance machine or a staff member.
- Wait until your number appears on the screen and proceed to the registration counter.
- Submit your passport and visa copy with contact details.
- Pay QAR 100 using a debit/credit card.
- Receive your documents back with a printout containing your MC number.
- Go to the Blood Test area (signs are clearly marked).
- The receptionist will issue a test bottle and guide you for blood sample collection.
- Proceed to the X-ray section for the chest scan.
- Once both tests are done, you may leave.
Sometimes an X-ray is done before the blood test. The staff will guide you depending on availability. In either case, you have to do both tests on the same day. There is another room for a physician’s check-up, which is not needed for a visit visa extension.
Duration:
Depending on the crowd, the process can take 30 minutes to a few hours. The X-ray and blood test orders may vary based on availability.
No physician’s check-up is required for a visit visa extension.
Medical Test Result
Results are usually available within 24 hours, but may take up to 3 working days.
If the sponsor has Metrash linked to the phone, the text results will be sent via SMS.
Otherwise, you can check the results online on the Ministry of Public Health website. On this page, select Visa Number or MC Number (the number from the medical test receipt) as the Identity type. Enter the date of the medical test and click on “Search”.
- Please allow up to 72 hours for your results to be updated.
- You can check the results of the previous 3 months only.
- If medical results are not reflected in the MOI system after 72 hours, please consult the Medical Commission Counter
Medical Test for Children
Children on a visit visa do not need a medical test. Previously, a QAR 100 fee was charged for issuing a medical report, but according to recent updates, the Medical Commission no longer charges this fee.
Visit Visa Extension After Medical Test
Once the visitor passes the medical test, the sponsor can extend the visa immediately through:
- The Metrash2 mobile app, or
- Any MoI Service Centre
- Extension fee: QAR 200 per 30 days
For first- and second-degree relatives, the visa can be extended up to 150 days beyond the initial 30 days (a total of 180 days).
When extending via Metrash, double-check the number of days selected. The default is 150 days, which means you’ll be charged for a five-month extension.
If you renew the same visa a second time, another medical test is not required.
If you are renewing the same visa for a second time, a medical test is not required again.
Key Takeaways
- Take the medical test 3 days after arrival and at least 1 week before visa expiry.
- Tests are done only at the Medical Commission in Abu Hamour.
- Bring the visitor’s original passport, visa copy, and card for payment.
- Medical test fee is: QAR 100 per person.
- Results are available in 1–3 days via Metrash or the MoPH website.
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FAQ on Medical Test for Visit Visa Extension
What medical tests are done for a visit visa extension?
The medical test for a visit visa extension in Qatar consists of blood tests for HIV, Hepatitis B and C. The visitor will also receive a chest X-ray for tuberculosis.
How much is the fee for the medical test?
The fee for a medical test to extend a visit visa is QAR 100 (USD 27.50)
Do children need a medical test for a visit visa extension?
For children, there will be no medical test.
What are the timings of the Medical Commission?
The Medical Commission is open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm on Sunday to Thursday. Friday and Saturday are holidays.
How can I check the result of the medical test online?
If the sponsor has activated Metrash on their phone, the result will be sent as an SMS. If Metrash is not activated, you can also check on the Ministry of Public Health website.
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Hi DGT,
For my wife’s visit visa extension, she had medical medical on the 9th of April, and the next day, on the 10th, we received a message for remdical, which she also had.
However, the status has not yet been updated in the online system, and it remains the same as before.Please give me any contact numbers and guide me further.
Hi Ram, You can call Medical Commission: 00974-4467 9111.
Dear Team ,
Please clarify below for family visit visa medical test for spouse and kids.
1) what is the minimum age for Kids to consider for medical test.
2) I have son is he allowed with his mother to do the medical test.
3) what is the max age for boy kids to go along with mother in female medical test area.
Hi Ragu, Usually medical test is not required for up to 15 years. For other questions, please call Medical Commission directly +974 4467 9111.
hello,
Can anyone tell me the ramadan timings for medical commission in Mesaimeer for family visit visa extension? Cheers!
Hi LJ, It is 9 am to 5:30 pm.
Hello, I Have already get my medical test result. Do I Have to take a medical test again for the RP application?
Hi Fhue, This is only required after your RP is approved. Once your RP is approved, just go to Medical Commission with all documents and pay QR 100. They will update in the system. There will be no medical test this time.
Hi Fhue, There will be no medical test this time.
Hello, I Have already get my medical test result. Do I Have to take a medical test again for the RP application?
Good Day Doha Guide Team,
I just want to ask something, what if the result of your medical for hepatitis B is positive? What will be the possible things to do to get approved the visa residence permit?
Thank you
Hi Binog, It will depend on factors like your profession and how contagious is your condition. In some cases they are allowing exception even if Hep B positive.
Hi Doha Guide Team,
Good Day!
Can you please let us know,what will be the timings for medical test during Ramadan?
And any prior appointment need to be take?
Thanks
Hi Nikhil, As per MOPH, the Medical Commission timing during Ramadan is 9 am to 5:30 pm. They haven’t mentioned anything about appointment. You can call 44073933 to check.
Hi, I was waiting for my family member test result from three days and when I called medical commission office, they said it’s not registered. after confirmation they put the wrong visa number against the test MC number. now what is the procedure to make this correction?? and that is why I did not receive the result in SMS for extension.
Hi Muhammad Suleman, If you cannot resolve this through phone, you have to visit Medical Commission again.
Hi DGT,
I am here in Qatar with my 1 year old son on family visit visa. When I went for my medical test for visa extension, I got to know that fee payment for children is no more required. It can be extended by paying 200QR/month through Metrash 2 app. And I checked it after I got my medical test results…. Fee payment for children beliw the age of 12 years is not required. Please update the same in the article.
Thanks and regards
Hello Shilpa,
Thanks for clearing the confusion. Was wondering the same as my child’s name is appearing in Metrash2 app by default in Extend Visa option without any medical examination.
And may I know did you do your medical within one week of arrival or after one week has passed?
Hi Shilpa, Thanks for the information. We have updated the article.
Hi
Good day.
Can someone give me suggestions regards my 5yrs old child medical.
He came on visit visa in doha,once he entered I received sms to do medical test before a week.
I went to medical commission department and they refused to do medical of my child.
Now I want to extend his visa will u suggest me how can I upload medical report on metrash 2 without doing test of my child.
Hi Mohsin, Medical test is not required for children. If Metrash is not accepting renewal you can visit MOI Service Center.
Hello Mohsin,
Uploading of report is not required. Your child’s name will by default appear in Extend Visa option in Metrash2 app.
Can someone tell me where to pay medical fee for Child for family visa extension. Medical Center asked to pay via metrash. However, I am not seeing any option.
Hi Arshad, This seems like a new option. Please call 109 for Metrash help.
MOI is asking to do the medical examination within a week from the date of entry
My son is 17 tears old. Is it needed medical test to get Qid?
Hi Bino, Please check with Medical Commission on +974 4467 9111.
Hapatatis b positive in medical test,visa is extended or not
Hi Hemant, Hep-B is normally tested during a medical test. The visa extension may be rejected if found positive.
Hey. I have been living in oman for 2 years. I have hepatitis B. They gave me family residence visa. My husband got a job in qatar. So i will not get family visa for qatar? Please Help.
Hi Sakina, The rule is that Qatar Medical Commission will screen for Hep B. Sometimes they may relax rules as it is a family visa (no guarantee). You can check directly with Medical Commission before applying.
It is said that there is no medical test for children. Could you please clarify children up to what age will be exempted from Medical test?
Hi Dr. Salil, Usually it is not required for children up to 15 years. You may double-check with Medical Commission on 00974-44679111.
my mother is alzheimer’s patient. she want to take medical.she can’t obey our commands at proper time..what we do
I want to know for the female or male doctors who is doing for medical checkup and xtay for ladies. Please give an idea about the staffs in female section?
We need to book any appointment for medical test or directly we can go ? Kindly conform.
All are females don’t worry.
I came to qatar and my covid test report came reactive and have to stay home quarantine for 7 days nw and with in week I have to do medical test just in a week Becz I m on visit visa what is the procedure to get medical tests done? Plz reply I need it urgent.
Same situation here, i hope there will be no penalties on going late in medical due to 10 days home quarantine.
Hi John, Someone has to visit Immigration with all documents + PCR test results and get a visa extension. If the visa is not extended, you may be asked to pay fine.
Hi,
If i get positive for covid how can i do the medical for visit visa extension with in a one week..?because i have to stay home isolation for 10 days..please reply
Hi Tharuddya, Someone has to visit Immigration with all documents including your test result.
Visa number 382021228053 . medical on the date 01/07/2021and05/07/2021.All test ok.no medical report online sho sir.