New Medical Or Health Processes For Australian Visas

06 Feb 2013

The Department of Immigration along with the Canada Immigration Department has developed a new health check system called “eMedical”.

The system would be in pilot trial from December 2012 onwards. This would be applicable all the 68 countries who currently use eHealth system.

The new health check system is beneficial for visa applicants, as:

• Medical or health checks would be done faster
• Health check can be done prior to lodging of your visa application

Significant Modifications to Aged Visitor Health Checks

• Visitors above 75 years of age have to go through a complete medical examination as a part of the health screening
• Health checks would be valid for 12 months

Modifications to Visas for Health Care Workers

Health Care Workers (such as Doctors, nurses, dentists and paramedics) who are applying for temporary work visas should perform additional medical examinations.

This requirement is applicable to health care professionals who intend for permanent immigration as well. They have to undergo additional medical examinations like Hepatitis B and C screening.

Know more about health requirements and other visa requirement for Australian visas. Call now on 1800 103 1555 or mail to [email protected].

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