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  "id": 19144407,
  "title": "Saudi Arabia launches online medical exam booking for newly arrived domestic workers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/saudi-arabia-launches-online-medical-exam-booking-for-newly-arrived",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-09T11:18:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Saudi Gazette",
    "slug": "saudi-gazette",
    "url": "https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/666113/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-launches-online-medical-exam-booking-for-newly-arrived-domestic-workers"
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  "account": "Riyadh — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia has launched an online platform to facilitate the booking of medical examinations for newly arrived domestic workers. This service, a collaboration between the Musaned recruitment platform, the Sehhaty application, and the Ministry of Health, intends to streamline processes for employers, enhance their experience in accessing services, and streamline the issuance of residency permits, or iqamas.\n\nUpon arrival in the Kingdom, employers can view their domestic workers' details through the Sehhaty application. They can then choose the nearest accredited health center and book and manage medical examination appointments electronically. This online booking process allows employers to complete their tasks without needing to visit a health center personally, thereby saving time and reducing waiting periods.\n\nThis integration is part of a broader effort to enhance the digital recruitment process via the Musaned platform. It covers the entire journey from the worker's country of origin to the issuance of a residency permit, adhering to Saudi regulations. By linking services and simplifying related procedures, the initiative aims to improve service quality and accessibility, bolster the ministry's digital transformation efforts, and increase beneficiaries' trust in the services offered.",
  "summary": "RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has introduced an online service for booking medical examination appointments for newly arrived domestic workers. Through the integration of the Musaned recruitment platform and the Sehhaty application, and in cooperation with the Ministry of Health, the service aims to simplify procedures for employers, improve…",
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