The Pilgrims Affairs Office of Ghana (POAG) has introduced a mandatory medical examination and certification for all prospective pilgrims as part of preparations for the Hajj 2026 pilgrimage.
The directive follows new guidelines from the Saudi Ministry of Health and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, requiring comprehensive medical screening to determine health eligibility for visa approval.
The Ghana Hajj Medical Team, in collaboration with accredited health institutions, will conduct the medical examinations across all accredited centres in various regions of the country.
The screening process includes submission of medical, surgical, and drug history, a physical examination, and laboratory tests such as Full Blood Count, Renal Function Test, Liver Function Test, Blood Sugar Tests (FBS and HbA1c), Urine Pregnancy Test (where indicated), and an Electrocardiogram (ECG).
Prospective pilgrims are advised to contact their accredited Hajj agents for information on scheduled timelines and designated centres.
The POAG assures applicants that strict confidentiality will be maintained regarding all medical records, in line with professional medical ethics and data protection standards.
