Privatization of Pre-employment Medical Check-ups for Domestic Workers in Bahrain
The Chief of Medical Commissions at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Aisha Ahmed Hussein announced that pre-employment check-ups for domestic workers have been fully privatized. This is in implementation of Decision (21) of 2022, amending certain provisions of Decision (30) of 2017, regarding the regulation of medical examinations for expatriates.
Objectives of the New Medical Procedures
Dr. Hussein affirmed that the decision aims to expedite health appointments and examinations in order to preserve overall safety and health security. She explained that updating the medical examination procedures for domestic workers also aims to:
- Strengthen a comprehensive database for all expatriate workers in the Kingdom;
- Improve and standardize medical examination procedures;
- Further strengthen the role of the private sector in conducting these examinations.
The Chief of Medical Commissions stated that a working group has been formed, comprising the relevant stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health, the Information and e-Government Authority, the Labour Market Regulatory Authority, and the National Health Regulatory Authority, to update procedures in implementation of the decision.
Guidelines for Domestic Workers and Employers
Regarding the timing of the process, domestic workers must conduct these examinations within five days from the date of entry to the Kingdom. They have the freedom to choose the health institution closest and most convenient to them and their employers in terms of location and cost. Furthermore, they can also book and change appointment dates, as well as print results and fitness certificates through the national portal Bahrain.bh.
Authorized Service Providers: Al Amal Hospital
Al Amal Hospital is one of the best service providers in the Kingdom of Bahrain and authorized to provide top of the line Pre-Employment Service to all the Expatriates who are coming to Bahrain to take up employment. Our services cover a wide range of occupational health requirements with facilities and tailor made programs for unique occupational health needs. Our corporate health services are managed by a multidisciplinary team led by Specialized Medical Consultants.
Our pre-employment screening is geared towards providing a seamless service for organizations with a turnaround time not exceeding 48 hours for normal reports. To help you manage your requirements, please refer to the following data summarized from the current regulations and hospital services:
| Requirement / Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Deadline | Within five days from the date of entry to the Kingdom |
| Digital Portal | Bahrain.bh (Booking, changing appointments, and printing certificates) |
| Al Amal Hospital Turnaround Time | Not exceeding 48 hours for normal reports |
| Hospital Contact | +973 17602602 / +973 35328113 |
| Hospital Location | Building: 1751, Road: 5445, Block: 754, Hamad Town |
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