Medical Examination for Australian Visa Applicants
Please find below the Medical Examination guide for Australian Visa Applicants:
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Opening Hours
| Reception Area | 7:00 AM |
| Follow-up Area | 8:30 AM |
| Sputum Collection | 6:30 AM |
| D.O.T. | 7:00 AM |
| Cashier | 7:00 AM |
| X-ray | 7:00 AM |
| Laboratory Reception | 7:00 AM |
| Physical Examination | 8:00 AM |
Initial Examinations are done on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointment is necessary.
This also applies to applicants referred back by the Australian Embassy for further tests.
The following applicants should contact SLEC at 521-0020 for their examination/testing schedule:
- Applicants referred by other screening facilities
- Applicants for DNA testing
Applicants who have been scheduled for additional examinations (e.g. Sputum collection) and/or DNA Testing must come on their designated examination date and time.
AS OF DECEMBER 2011, WE ARE IMPLEMENTING 100% eHealth arrangement for Australia visa applicants
[ Read DIAC announcement regarding 100% eHealth Arrangements ]
[ Advice for clients regarding eVisa and eHealth.pdf) ]
REMINDERS:
Before coming for your medical examination, you must lodge your visa application, either with the Australian Embassy or via eVisa systems
Bring the letter from the Australian embassy, along with the Health Examination List or the Examination Referral Letter which contains your HAP ID/ TRN number
For Subclass 457, 856 and 857 visa applicants, you may still have your medical screening examination before lodgement of visa application.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Health Examination List (sample)From the Australian Embassy, or Examination Referral Letter (sample) for E-Visa Applicants
- Form 26EH/160EH
- Valid passport/ national ID (SSS, postal ID, voter's ID, driver's license, PRC ID, school ID) and birth certificate.
- Four (4) PHOTOCOPIES of passport/ national ID (click here for format)
- 4 pieces recent passport-sized photos (white or blue background)
- furtherance letter, if applicable
Whenever applicable, please bring the following:
- Old chest x-ray films not less than 6 months prior to the medical examination
- Detailed medical certificate regarding a previously-treated or currently managed clinically significant illness which should contain the following information:
- duration and date of treatment
- surgical procedure or medical intervention done
- complete final diagnosis
- outcome of treatment or treatment plans and prognosis, if available
Medical Examination Requirements
- PERMANENT Visa Applicants
- TEMPORARY Visa Applicants
- STUDENT or WORKER (Hospital or Healthcare)
Medical History and Physical Examination , Chest X-ray, HIV*, HBsAg*,
and Anti-HCV* (regardless of length of stay)*not included in the routine medical examination fee
- WORKER (457 Visa Applicant): Non-Hospital or non-Healthcare
Form 160 (Chest X-ray Only)
| Age | Required Examinations |
| 0-4 years old | Medical History and Physical Examination |
| 5-10 years old | Medical History and Physical Examination , urinalysis |
| 11-14 years old | Medical History and Physical Examination , urinalysis, chest x-ray (CXR) |
| 15 y/o and above | Medical History and Physical Examination , urinalysis, CXR, HIV |
Chest X-ray may also be required for children 10 years old and below if they have had exposure to TB Cases or history of TB disease
| Age/Duration of Stay | <3 months | 3-12 months | >12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| <15 years old | N/A | Medical History and Physical Examination | |
| 15-74 years old | N/A | Chest X-ray | Medical History and Physical Examination + Chest X-ray |
| 75 years old and up | Medical History and Physical Examination |
Medical History and Physical Examination + Chest X-ray |
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MEDICAL EXAMINATION FEES
AGE BRACKET |
MEDICAL EXAMINATION FEE |
| 0-4 y/o | Php 2,350.00 |
| 5-10 y/o | Php 2,650.00 |
| 11-14 y/o | Php 3,625.00 |
| 15 y/o and up | Php 4,250.00 |
| Chest X-Ray Only | Php 1,500.00 |
| Courier charges (for non-eHealth applications) | ||
| Australian Embassy Makati | per Applicant | PhP 100 |
| Global Health Sydney | 1 visa application | PhP 1,700.00 |
| 2 or more visa applications | PhP 2,500.00 | |
Specialty consultations available within the clinic are performed free of charge. Referrals from other clinics will be charged accordingly.
Discretionary tests deemed necessary in the course of physical exam are charged accordingly.
St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic does not accept cheque or credit card payments. Fees must be paid in Philippine Pesos. Other examinations, when required, will be charged accordingly.
Working Flowchart
REMINDERS:
- Applicants are advised to take their meals prior to coming over for their medical examination since food is not allowed within the premises and all the initial blood and urine tests do not require a fasting state. There are restaurants near St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic and drinking fountains are available within the building.
- Females within the reproductive age group are advised not to schedule their medical examination during their menstrual period. Otherwise, they will be required to come back one week after the last day of their menstruation.
| Workflow for Australian Visa Applicants | View Flowchart |
 Download the printable version (in PDF Format, Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader) |
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Note:
- Medical results and documents are completed according to the physical examination, x-ray and laboratory results, which will be conducted and processed in accordance with the guidelines set by the Australia Government - Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
- For E-Health applications, medical reports and x-ray (DICOM image) are electronically submitted online.
- For applicants exempted from eHealth, the medical report and chest x-ray are submitted by St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic via courier to the Global Health in Sydney, Australia.
Working Flowchart
REMINDERS:
- Applicants are advised to take their meals prior to coming over for their medical examination since food is not allowed within the premises and all the initial blood and urine tests do not require a fasting state. There are restaurants near St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic and drinking fountains are available within the building.
- Female within the reproductive age group are advised not to schedule their medical examination during their menstrual period. Otherwise, they will be required to come back one week after the last day of their menstruation.
Note:
- Medical results and documents are completed according to the physical examination, x-ray and laboratory results, which will be conducted and processed in accordance with the guidelines set by the Australia Government - Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
- For E-Health applications, medical reports and x-ray (DICOM image) are electronically submitted online.
- For applicants exempted from eHealth, the medical report and chest x-ray are submitted by St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic via courier to the Global Health in Sydney, Australia.
