UAE Lists Strict Health Checks for Kenyans Seeking Jobs in Dubai
Thousands of Kenyans continue to seek jobs in the United Arab Emirates every year, but securing a work visa depends on meeting strict medical requirements that go beyond the usual documentation...
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced strict medical conditions for Kenyans and other foreign nationals seeking work or residence visas.
- All applicants must test negative for communicable diseases including HIV and tuberculosis (TB).
- Certain jobs, like domestic workers and food handlers, require additional testing for syphilis and Hepatitis B.
- Female domestic workers must also test negative for pregnancy.
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