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Reviewed 4 March 2021
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been among the hardest impacted countries by the coronavirus outbreak. The scale of the pandemic has forced the Saudi government to mandate COVID-19 vaccine administration for pilgrims looking to perform the hajj this year.
As is generally accepted, the countries with good track records of identifying and isolating COVID-19 cases have attributed their success to effective and large-scale testing within their borders. As such, numerous health installations in Saudi Arabia are providing residents with access to testing procedures in a bid to combat and contain the outbreak.
It is also of the utmost importance to realize that not everyone is required to take the test. Doing so out of fear or panic would be counterproductive as it would overburden the available health facilities and personnel.
The following are guidelines to where, when and whether or not you should get yourself tested for COVID-19 within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Expanded Testing
The Expanded Testing is one of the initiatives carried out by the Kingdom to control Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), which has been launched through a number of phases. This initiative aims to benefit citizens and residents from Expanded Testing to Evaluate the COVID-19 Spread at a number of fixed and mobile sites throughout the Kingdom.
How to benefit from Expanded Testing:
- Download Sehaty App.
- Book an appointment
- Head to the site at the specified time
- Get your result via the App or SMS
When and where can I get tested?
Citizens and residents of Saudi Arabia are able to get themselves tested for the coronavirus at the following hospitals and medical installations across the Kingdom.
Riyadh
Dr. Sulaiman al Habib Hospital, Khurais Branch Rd, Ar Rayyan, Riyadh 14212, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call +966 11 490 9999
Dr. Sulaiman al Habib Hospital, Takhassusi Road – Rahmaniya – Riyadh 11393, Saudi Arabia. Google location
Open 24 hours
To book, please call +966 11 2833333
Dr. Sulaiman al Habib Hospital, King Fahd Rd, Al Olaya, Riyadh 12214, Saudi Arabia. Google location
Open 24 hours
To book, please call +966 11 5259999
SMARTLAB, 7179 King Fahd Road, Al Sahafah Dist. Unit No 12,Riyadh 13315 – 2359. Google Location
Open 9 AM – 12 AM
To book, please call +966920022520
Al Farabi Laboratory MAIN BRANCH, Abu Bakr Alsiddiq Rd, Al Mursalat, Riyadh 12464. Google location
Open 8 AM – 9 PM
To book, please call +966114533356
Al Borg Medical Laboratories, Khalid Ibn Al Walid St, Al Quds, Riyadh 13214, Saudi Arabia. Google location
Open 8 AM – 9 PM
Book appointment through their website https://covid19.alborglaboratories.com
Specialized Medical Center Hospital, King Fahd Rd, Al Olaya, Riyadh 12311, Saudi Arabia. Google location
Open 24 hours
To book, please call 00966-11-4343800
Aldara Hospital and Medical Center, Takhassusi St, Al Maazer, Riyadh 12714, Saudi Arabia. Google location
Open 24 hours
To book, please call +966920000202
Jeddah
Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital, Falastin, Al-Hamra’a, Jeddah 23323, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call +966920012777
Al Borg Medical Laboratories, Prince Sultan Rd, As Salamah, Jeddah 23437. Google location
Open 8 AM – 10 PM
To book, please call +966920004422
International Medical Centre Hospital, الرويس، 4238 نور الهدي – حي – 6803،، Jeddah 23214, Saudi Arabia Google location
Open 24 hours
To book, please call +966126202333
Jeddah National Hospital, Aziziyah, طريق المكرونة،، Jeddah 21492, Saudi Arabia. Google location
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call +966126710040
Tibyana Medical Laboratories, 6444 Falastin, Al Hamra District, 4124, Jeddah 23324, Saudi Arabia. Google location
Open 8 AM – 10 PM
To book, please call +966920005756
House of Medicine Laboratory for medical analysis, Ar Rawdah, Jeddah 23432, Saudi Arabia. Google location
Open 8 AM – 10 PM
To book, please call +966920005756
GNP Hospital, الامير سلطان،, AZ Zahra District, Jeddah 23425, Saudi Arabia Google location
Open 24 hours
To book, please call 920019666
Dr Samir Abbas Hospital Al Kurnaysh Rd, حي الشاطئ، 6946، Jeddah 23411, Saudi Arabia Google location
Open 24 hours
To book, please call +966920012525
Dammam
Saudi German Hospital, Al Amanah, Dammam Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call +966920007997
Mouwasat Hospital, شارع شارع الإمام الترمذي،، Dammam 32263, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours. To book, please call +966920004477
Almostaqbal Medical Laboratories, الأمير محمد بن فهد، Al Tubayshi, Dammam 31411, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call ++966138031094
Dar Afia Medical Company Clinics Complex Khaleej Rd, Al Jawharah, Dammam 32422, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 7AM-1AM.
To book, please call +966920009366
Arrawdha General Hospital 93 Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Road, Al Tubayshi, Dammam 32233, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 7AM-1AM.
To book, please call +966138346555
Al Khobar
Almana General Hospital, Prince Talal St, Al Khobar Al Shamalia, Al Khobar 34425, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
To book, please call +966920033440
Dr. Sulaiman al Habib Hospital, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Rd, Al Bandariyah, Al Khobar 34423, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call +966138711111
Dhahrran
Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare Speciality Clinics, 6th Street, Gharb Al Dhahran, Dhahran 34465, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Please call +966138703888 to book and learn the details of your testing procedure. You may also call the hospital’s dedicated line 800-305-4444 for COVID-19 specific queries.
Hofuf
Almana General Hospital, Al Rawdha, الأحساء 36364, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call +966135887000
Aseer
Saudi German Hospital, King Fahd Rd, Hijlah, Khamis Mushait 62451, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call +966920007997
Hayat National Hospital, Prince Sultan Rd, Ummsarar, Khamis Mushait 62461, Saudi Arabia. Google location.
Open 24 hours.
To book, please call +966920000094
How do I know if I should take the test?
According to Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health (MoH), symptoms of the infection are as follows:
– Fever
– Shortness of breath
– Cough
– Headache
– Sore throat
Those who exhibit the above symptoms should immediately call the 937 Service Center or head to the nearest hospital.
A test may also be warranted if you’ve been in contact with a confirmed or suspected COVID-19 case, or have a travel history within the last 14 days.
Additionally, you’re classified as vulnerable should you are over 65 years of age, pregnant, or have other illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease and other medical conditions.
What will happen if I test positive?
First and foremost, please remain calm and do not panic. His Majesty King Salman has issued a royal order declaring that all citizens and residents of the Kingdom shall receive coronavirus-related treatment and medical care free of charge. This royal order also extends to those in violation of Saudi Arabia’s residency laws.
