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What are the requirements, procedures, and costs to lift a medical ban?
Dear Lawyers,
What are the requirements and procedures to lift a ban due to medical reasons?
My spouse was deported last year due to a scar found on his lungs during an X-ray.
Also, what is the estimated cost for processing this?

Dear Questioner,
I understand that your spouse is facing a medical ban and requires assistance with lifting it. At M. A Middle East Legal Consultancy LLC, we specialize in navigating complex immigration and legal issues, including lifting medical bans in the UAE.
Here’s how we can help:
- Comprehensive Guidance:
We will guide you through the entire process, from obtaining necessary medical clearances to submitting the application to the relevant authorities.
- Efficient Handling:
Our team will ensure all documentation is accurately prepared and submitted to facilitate a smooth resolution.
- Estimated Costs:
We will provide a clear breakdown of potential costs and fees involved, ensuring transparency and no surprises.
Let’s discuss your case in detail and develop a strategy to resolve the ban effectively.
Please let me know a convenient time for a consultation.
Looking forward to assisting you!
Greetings,
You can submit a mercy request accompanied by a medical report from the Medical Commission, which must be approved by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship.
We can help you draft the request in Arabic.
For further inquiries about your topic, you can visit our office or contact us via WhatsApp, phone, or email.
Dear Questioner,
Lifting a Medical Ban in the UAE:
1. Understand the Ban:
Deportation may occur if medical conditions (like lung scars) deem a person unfit for residency.
2. Requirements:
- Medical Clearance: Obtain a report from a recognized facility stating that the health condition is manageable.
- Documentation: Include the deportation order, medical report, passport copies, previous residency details, and a request letter.
- Legal Help: Consider consulting an immigration lawyer for guidance.
3. Procedure:
- Submit Application: Apply to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) with required documents.
- Review: GDRFA reviews the case, possibly requesting further medical assessments.
- Decision: Expect a decision after several weeks. Follow additional instructions if approved.
4. Costs:
- Medical exams: AED 500 to AED 1,500
- Legal fees: AED 2,000 to AED 10,000
- Application fees: Approximately AED 1,000
- Total Costs: Generally range from AED 3,500 to AED 12,500 or more.
To lift a medical ban in the UAE, secure medical clearance, prepare documents, and submit an application, while being aware of associated costs.
Dear Questioner,
You can contact DHA to ask which hospitals are approved in your country. Then, have the tests done at one of those hospitals.
After receiving the report, you need to translate it into Arabic and have it stamped and attested at the UAE embassy.
Bring it to the UAE and have it attested at the Ministry of Justice or Customer Happiness Center, and submit it along with your request to the medical facility where your husband had his medical fitness test done in the UAE.
Thank you!