COVID-19: These UAE visa applications do not need to get a medical fitness test

Some medical fitness centres in UAE have reopened after coronavirus-related closures

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Visa applications typically include a medical test process as well. However, with COVID-19 related precautionary measures in place, some visa applicants do not currently need to get a medical fitness test done.
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So, who needs to get a medical test done in the current circumstances?
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Read the complete report here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1585163461575
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Visa renewal requests are being processed without the need for applicants to go for a medical test.
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Update: From June 28, Dubai residence visas require a medical fitness test for renewal. The change is only for visas issued in Dubai and do not affect visas issued by other emirates. Read more: gulfnews.com/1.1593353002643
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Visit visa applicants do not need to get a medical test either.
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Read more about how you can convert your visa status if your visa is cancelled here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1591455488341
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Who needs to get a medical test done?
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If you are applying for a new employment, family or investor/partner visa, you need to get a medical test done.
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Medical fitness centres are gradually repoening across the UAE.
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Which centres are open?
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