What changed?
Many applicants still say GAMCA medical because that was the name people used for GCC medical appointments for many years. Today, applicants generally use WAFID for appointment booking, medical status checks and related medical center information.
GAMCA
The word still used by many applicants, agents and older websites.
WAFID
The platform applicants should use for current medical appointment and status actions.
Why this matters for applicants
If you search for GAMCA appointment or GAMCA medical, you may find many old or unofficial pages. For current Saudi residence visa medical steps, use the official WAFID website and verify the appointment details there before making payment.
Official WAFID tools
For booking, payment and medical status, use the official WAFID website. This guide explains the process, but it does not collect fees or book appointments.
What should you use now?
Use WAFID for booking your medical appointment and for checking your medical status after the test. You may still hear the word GAMCA in conversation, but the practical action for applicants is to use WAFID.
Common confusion
- Some people say GAMCA even when they mean WAFID.
- Some third-party websites use old wording to attract search traffic.
- Some agents may use the old name because applicants recognize it more easily.