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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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DG,
is it any difference in medical commission working time in RAMADAN?
Hi Riyas, It is 9:00 to 1:00 and 1:30 to 5:30. https://www.dohaguides.com/ramadan-working-hours-qatar/
Insurance is Complessary for visit visa extention , after finishing the medical test?
Hi Neelakandan, Yes, it is compulsory.
Hi
I have completed medical test for family visit visa requirements. The Medical Commission website mentions it as FIT but the results are not reflecting in Metrash for visa extension. What will be next stepslto get the medical test results updated in Metrash? The test was done on 25Feb so sufficient time has already passed.
Hi Ali, It shouldn’t take more than 24 hours to uppdate on Metrash. This seems like a technical issue. If you still can’t find it on Metrash, please contact Medical Commission.
Hi,
My wife Recently did Medical test for Family visit visa extension, yesterday i got message “Medical test is OK”. Now, can i extension Visa for 30 days like i can extend monthly, monthly is it possible, total how many time we can extend ?
and what about insurance i already put insurance for this month for extension how i can make insurance before visa fees ?
Please explain the process step-by-step.
Hi Ashok, You can do the extension on your Metrash. But you may only see the option to extend for 60 more days. Take 2 months of insurance first and then apply on Metrash.
If you go directly to any MOI Service Center they can do up to 5 more months (total 6 months). In that case, you will have to take insurance for 5 more months.
Hi DG Team,
Is it possible to exent Personal visit visa for one month first and another one month after if required?
Hi Finoj, Yes, a personal visit visa can be extended more than once.
Did medical exam on Tuesday. On Thursday we went back because we were told through SMS that Xray repeat is needed. But when we went last Thursday, the doctor said its all ok and no need for repeat. Today is Sunday but no result yet. And is the medical insurance needed also when extending the visa before they approve the medical exam?
Hi Tugs, Health insurance is needed before renewal only (not before a medical exam).
hi DG team, I visited Medical commission at 5.45pm on Monday(22nd Jan) to take the medical test for extending visit visa for my mother in law. it was less crowded and all process got finished in 1 hr. Evening time is less crowded on week days. But pls visit before 6pm. Thanks for the detailed steps mentioned in DG website in this regard. It was more helpful.
Hi VJs, Thanks for sharing your experience. We are glad that we could help.
Hi,
i wanted to extend the visa and renewed insurance for two month, however in metrash only option shows to extend is for 150 days..its unable to change the number of days by clicking the field.
Hi Mohamed, Usually it will show shorted duration also (don’t know if it is an error or new update), Please contact Metrash helpline on 109. If they can’t help you can renew through any MOI Service Center.
Hi, did she have to take Xray also? Or only blood test?
Hi Doha Guide Team,
When a family visit visa is extended for 180 days after the medical, is it still possible for the visa holder to leave Qatar and return to Qatar within the 180 days? When the visa holder leaves the country, will the visa still be valid for the remaining days? If the visa is terminated once they have left Qatar, then what is the duration for applying for the next visa for the same person? Thanks in advance.
Hi Shajan John, A Family Visit Visa is a single entry visa, which means it becomes invalid once the visitor exits the country. There is an option to get Return Permit by paying QR 200. However, we are not sure if it is being issued nowadays (others have reported they couldn’t get it). So you can call 109 or visit any MOI Service Center to check if this option is available. Please confirm if this works before the person leaves the country.
what about thursday can i go to between 4.00 to 5.00 pm clock for a medical
Hi Doha Guides Team,
It is important also to mention two critical points:
1- Metrash sends a message informing to do the medical within one week of entering the country, but when we went the following day after entry, they said not appearing in the system to come after 3 days- so this information should be given
2- Ladies are not allowed to wear even below knee level dresses, they should wear ankle length dress or pants.
Both above points were not known prior, we wasted our time and money travelling from Alkhor to Medical commission in Mesaimeer just to be turned back because the above reason no. 1. (by the way the health center in Alkhor did not allow for the Medical, even the helpline said the only place to do the Medical is in Mesaimeer)
Thank you
Thank you Dulan for sharing your experience. These are helpful tips. We have updated the articles with these information.
Hello, if we arrived to medical commission at 6 PM. They will allow my wife to go inside for checkup or not?What is the timing to enter inside?
Hi Darsan, Try to go earlier than that (4 pm is usually allowed). They may not allow entry at 6 pm because they have limited tokens for a day.
hi DG,
a question. my spouse and a less then 2 year old child is on a family visit visa. am planing to extend it. my question is, is it possible to re entry on same visa? or is there any options to re enter on same visa incase exited the country!?
Hi Mohamed, Earlier there was an option to apply for a return permit by paying QR 200. However, we hear that nowadays it is not being issued. Please check with any MOI Service Center if this is possible.
Hi doha guide,
My husband applied Rp for me and my kids all my kids got qid already but for me i got some problem with medical they told me to go to communicable disease center and i went again xray , sputum and blood test but the results will take 4 week which i cannot wait due to my kids school. On jan 21st is my next appointment to cdc but i am not be able to attend it. I am going to india means i am exiting Qatar without finishing my medical, my RP will get cancelled thats for sure, incase i want to come back again i am allowed? Or i will be block listed? Thank you for ur answer in advance .
Hi Sumayah, Your RP visa is a single entry visa (until the QID process is completed). If you leave without completing the QID process, your husband has to apply for an RP visa again. Usually, he will be allowed to apply again, but you can double-check with MOI or call 109.
Hi Dohaguides…
After completing the stay of 180 days of wife and children,can I renew visit visa? Is it possible to get another visit soon?
Hi Najeeba, Unfortunately, you need to stay out of Qatar for 180 days before you can apply for another visit visa.
Hi Doha Guides Team,
Thank you for the detailed information.
I just wanted to clarify one thing.
My wife and two daughters (aged 5 and 3) are on family visit visas; now for an extension, my wife will go for a medical checkup, and I can apply for her visa extension from my Metrash2 app.
My question is, if my daughters will not do medical tests, do they still need to visit the medical commission, or can I simply apply for their visa extension from my Metrash2 app?
Hi Muhandis, Usually children below 15 do not have to visit the Medical Commission. You can try applying extension from your Metrash app. If that doesn’t work, take their passport and visa copy when the mother visits the Medical Commission. They can update the medical status on the system.
Can anyone please share the information of medical process for pragnant ladies as they can’t go through x ray.
Thanks
Hi Waqas, Please inform the Medical Commission staff before entering X-Ray room.
Is there any other procedure for pregnant ladies??
Hi Nandha, Just inform the Medical Commission staff. They will not do the x-ray. You may be required to do the x-ray after delivery.
Does anyone has any idea about the medical commission timings during eid holidays. Is it open on 27th June and if possible the timings.
Hi Amer, It is not announced. You can call helpline on 44070000.
Why the Medicall commision number never connected? I just want to check if they really open until 7PM
Hi DG… Any idea from today medical commission is working or not because today when I visited Medical Commission the security said they are not working and will resume after 30 Apr itseems please update me, If not this Medical Commission Mesaimeer is open any other medical Commission I can visit to do medical test for converting visit visa to RP my wife already visit visa medical is done.
Hi Ratal, MOPH did not announce Medical Commission Eid working hours this time (usually they does). You can contact MOPH helpline to check: 44070000.
Hi Doha Guides team,
In the above article, a requirement of “blood type(blood group) certificate” mentioned, for the purpose of RP. Is this blood type certificate is mandatory for RP applucation?
Hi Mukesh, Thanks for pointing out. Blood group certificate is not required nowadays. We have updated.