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Free Medical Exams Begin for New Filipino Residents in Qatar

MOPH starts free confirmatory health checks for Filipinos moving to Qatar from August 20, 2025.

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Free Medical Exams Begin for New Filipino Residents in Qatar

Starting 20 August 2025, the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) is rolling out free confirmatory medical exams for new Filipino residents at the Medical Commission in Qatar.

Why It Matters

These exams act as follow-ups to the health screenings already done in the Philippines before departure. The goal? To make sure all new arrivals are free from communicable diseases and to keep public health standards strong in Qatar.

Who’s Covered

Currently, citizens from six countries—India, Pakistan, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal—must undergo medical exams at Qatar-approved visa centres before flying in. For Filipinos, the added confirmatory test in Qatar will now be completely free.

How to Check Requirements

Full details on residency medical exam requirements are listed on the MOPH website under the Medical Commission section: MOPH Medical Commission Requirements

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