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To experience culture and be in famous tourist spots – these are two most popular reasons why a person wants to travel. Travelling is one hobby that can be pretty costly but very fun and interesting. A lot of people want to travel and explore the world. Aside from the joys of travelling, finding work opportunities, studying and even migrating are reasons for Filipinos to explore countries overseas. 
 

Filipinos are out there seeking for a lot of opportunities abroad. Companies overseas have better remuneration packages and there is also a big possibility where they can bring their families to the country of their choice as well. There are a lot of requirements to be submitted in applying for a visa. Some are financial statements, letter of applications, and even an English proficiency test result such as the IELTS or the International English Language Testing System examination. Plus, do not forget the fees one has to pay to lodge these applications. Furthermore, a medical certificate is also a major need for the applicants. They have to be in strong body and mind before a visa is granted. What types of medical tests are needed then?

Australia ----------------------

Medical examination, such as chest x-ray, is needed. This will be used to evaluate the applicant’s standard of health. Aside from that, visa applicants have to be immunised against infectious diseases before entering Australia. These immunisations should be done before departure from their home country. Children should be immunised against hepatitis B, diphtheria, pneumococcal and meningococcal infections to name some. Parents are required to bring records of their child’s immunisation when travelling to Australia.

For permanent and temporary visa applicants: medical history, physical examination, urinalysis and chest x-ray.

The United Kingdom ----------------------
 
Only medical examinations done by an Embassy approved physician is authorized in processing. Other physician’s medical examination will not be honoured. Vaccinations are also needed. In addition, applicants must undergo health screening for tuberculosis especially if the applicant comes from high-incident countries of TB, complete blood count, and syphilis test.

New Zealand
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Applicants for New Zealand need the following medical examinations: physical examination, urinalysis, CXR (chest x-ray), HIV, Syphilis, CBC (complete blood count), hepatitis B antigen, serum creatinine, and glycosylated haemoglobin.

Canada ----------------------

Applicants are required to undergo physical examination, urinalysis, CXR, HIV, and Syphilis screening.

The United States of America  ----------------------

The physical examination is required for all applicants regardless of age. Tuberculin Skin test is needed for applicants from ages 2 to 14. A chest x-ray is required to adult applicants age 15 and up or for those younger children who have been exposed to TB cases or have history of TB disease. Finally, a syphilis test for those 15 and up.

These examinations have to be followed for they are a requirement. Failing to pass the medical exam may halt the processing of the visa; hence, it is best to stay healthy for your medical examination.

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