Yes, a medical test is compulsory for obtaining a Dubai (UAE) student visa.

Details:
- All international students applying for a student visa to the UAE are required to undergo a medical fitness test after arriving in Dubai.
- This test is usually conducted at a government-approved medical center.
- The medical test typically includes a blood test (mainly for infectious diseases like HIV, Hepatitis B and C) and a chest X-ray (to check for tuberculosis).

When is the test done?
- The medical test is conducted after you arrive in the UAE, as part of the residence visa process. Your visa will not be fully stamped until you clear this requirement.

What happens if the test is not cleared?
- If a student fails the medical test (i.e., tests positive for certain infectious diseases), the visa application may be rejected and the applicant may be asked to leave the country.

Additional Information:
- You do not need to complete the medical examination in your home country prior to traveling, but you may be asked about your general health during the university or visa application process.
- Some universities may ask for a basic health certificate during admissions, but the official medical test for the visa is only done in the UAE.

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