The components of the program
The program is based on the medical check-list of GCC expatriates, which has been continuously updated since the start of the program — most recently in August 2017.
The program is based on the medical check-list of GCC expatriates, which has been continuously updated since the start of the program — most recently in August 2017.
Protection of the expatriates rights when working in GCC States.
The percentage of inappropriate cases entering GCC countries before the adoption of the GCC Expatriates Health Check-up Program ranged between 17% -20% and gradually decreased to approximately 2% after the adoption of the program and then 0.5% after applying the electronic connectivity system.
Providing information on the health of expatriate workers to the embassies and consulates of GCC States and other relevant bodies through the GCC Expatriates Health Check-up Program. This helps to verify the results of the medical examination before issuing visas to expatriates.
The application of the barcode system by some embassies and consulates of the GCC Member States has reduced the falsification of medical reports and reduced the volume of work.