If you are traveling from Ethiopia to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait,
Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, or UAE, you must complete a Wafid
medical examination before your visa can be processed.
Select your destination country (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, or UAE).
Enter passport information (use WafidFill to auto-fill in seconds).
Choose an approved medical center (in some cities, the system assigns one automatically).
Pay the appointment fee online.
Print your appointment confirmation.
✅ Pro Tip: WafidFill has special handling for Ethiopian passports — it automatically extracts the National ID field from the MRZ.
Required Documents for Wafid in Ethiopia
Original passport (with at least 6 months validity)
Passport copy (first and last page)
Passport-size photo (white background, 2 copies)
National ID Card (or Kebele ID)
Visa information (if available)
Approved Wafid Medical Centers in Ethiopia
Wafid medical centers are available in major Ethiopian cities:
Addis Ababa – Multiple centers available
Dire Dawa – Approved clinics
Bahir Dar – Several options
Hawassa – Available upon assignment
⚠️ Important: In many cases, Wafid automatically assigns a medical center based on availability. You may not be able to choose a specific clinic yourself.
Wafid Fees for Ethiopian Applicants
Appointment fee: Approximately ETB 2,500 – 5,000 depending on the destination country
Medical exam fee: Included in the appointment fee
Payment methods: Credit/debit card or bank transfer
Common Problems & Solutions
501 / 500 Server Error
Use a VPN or mobile hotspot if Wafid blocks your connection.
Try connecting to servers in India, Indonesia, or Pakistan.
Passport Number Error
Always verify your passport number before submitting. With WafidFill, this is done automatically
— the extension reads the MRZ directly from your passport image.
Payment Failed
Retry after clearing your browser cache or switching to a different network.
Use a card that supports international transactions.