Answereda year ago
What is the process for obtaining a medical certificate for an OA Visa in Australia?
Hi, looking for advice regarding medical certificate for OA Visa. I’m in Australia andd having trouble getting a Dr to sign off on it. My Dr refused and referred me to Bupa Immigration Medical Service who informed me that they do not deal with this type of request…. any advice would be appreciated 🙂
Answer summary
The user is seeking advice on obtaining a medical certificate for an OA Visa while in Australia, facing difficulties with their doctor refusing to sign it. Community responses suggest various solutions, including finding a new doctor willing to provide the certificate or considering applying for a NON-O Visa instead, which does not require a medical certificate. Some users also mentioned alternatives like online services for obtaining medical certificates and shared personal experiences with their own doctors.
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Robert *****
Non O is a lot simpler, but seems your doctor isn't very helpful, he doesn't even know you well enough to sign off on those 5 specific diseases? Maybe time for a change.
Alison **********
OP@Robert ****
💯 even though I have been seeing this Dr regularly for 4 years! So disappointed and fed up☹️Robert *****
@Alison *********
a non O visa versus an OA doesn't require all those extra proof documents. Lot simpler.
Brian **********
I had this problem, last year, but, in the U.K.
GP refused to do it, saying that I needed to go private.
I looked online and , I got a certificate from
There was no examination.
They trusted my information.
I’m guessing there will, likely, be similar companies in Australia.🤷🏻♂️
GP refused to do it, saying that I needed to go private.
I looked online and , I got a certificate from
***********************
There was no examination.
They trusted my information.
I’m guessing there will, likely, be similar companies in Australia.🤷🏻♂️
จิมมี่ *************
@Brian *********
yes UK doctor told me they no idea what these are so refused.
Christopher ***********
@Brian *********
That’s most helpful thanks Brian!Alison **********
OP@Brian *********
I tried UPDOC here in Australia and they couldn’t help me - said I needed to see a Dr in person
Frank **********
Do not apply for the Non O A as it requires medical insurance too. Apply for the Non O. No insurance or medical certificate needed.
Nick *********
@Frank *********
Why would you tell someone not to get medical insurance for Thailand?Frank **********
@Nick ********
didn't tell them not to get medical insurance. Just told the OP it's not a requirement for a Non O. I assume they are adults and can make that decision.Alison **********
OPI even went to another Dr in the area who also said no!
Christopher ***********
@Alison *********
Unbelievable. Reasonable to expect a small admin charge but to totally refuse!Alison **********
OP@Christopher **********
💯 it’s so frustrating- meanwhile I feel like a criminal Dr shopping lol
Simon *******
Get a non O no medical needed or insurance then extend it to 12 months on arrival in Thailand
Alison **********
OP@Simon ******
thanks for the heads up - I have read reports about Bangkok Bank freezing accounts - I will definitely use Kasikorn when I get thereAlison **********
OP@Simon ******
it’s a complicated situation- my brother died in Chiang Mai and I am executor of his affairs- it’s essential that I open a Thai bank account in my name in order to finalise his financial affairs- SCB bank in Chiang Mai where my brother has an account have informed me I need an OA Visa to do thisSimon *******
@Alison *********
If you are over 50 a Non O is ok to open a bank account that's what I used to open 2 account, please be careful opening an account with the Bangkok bank they are have all sorts of trouble freezing accounts without notice closing account stay well clear ,I went over to Kasikorn bank they have been great.
Robin *******
@Alison *********
you need a long term visa if you are over 50 get a retirement visa from your local Thai embassy, don’t worry about making any mistakes they will come back and ask for more info if needed, I did mine in UK and it took about 3 weeks
Donald **********
@Robin ******
I got a Non-O visa in Kazakhstan in 2 working days. Obviously using the official Thai e-visa website, stating and proving I was in Kazakhstan throughout the process. Got back one query about having a work permit for Kazakhstan, which I have and submitted a scan, or I may have received it even quicker.Jack ********
@Alison *********
Huge misunderstanding. You can open a bank account on a Non OAlison **********
OP@Donald *********
thanks very much, that’s very helpful information 🙏Donald **********
@Alison *********
To open a bank account with K-Bank you only likely require a Thai phone number, your Non-O visa copy, your passport including the Non-O entry stamp and a Certificate of Residence from your local immigration office. (Need to have your TM30 filled out or if living in a hotel etc. they’ll likely submit the information to immigration on your behalf.)Jack ********
@Alison *********
yes 100%Alison **********
OP@Jack *******
yes reading advice on this forum has me thinking the non o is more straightforwardจิมมี่ *************
@Jack *******
I opened another account Kasikorn on O visa 6 weeks ago. Sorry hear about your brother.
Brook ********
@Alison *********
bull crap. You misunderstood.
A non-o visa is not only acceptable, but easier and preferable.
Alison **********
OP@Brook *******
good to know…. but very confusing 🫤Brook ********
@Alison *********
one thing you will learn after coming to Thailand is that most people have no idea what they are talking about. This includes ex-pats as well as Thai bank officials. Most don’t have a clue, or are trying to save face.
Thai people will often give you a (wrong) answer because they want to appear knowledgeable.
The right answer seldom matters anyway, because the rules are always changing and if they don’t money makes them change.
Alison **********
OP@Brook *******
Email confirmation definitely states OA Visa but given all the requirements I am thinking it will be easier to go down the non O Visa pathway 🤞
Gerg **********
It’s just a form saying you don’t have those weird diseases listed on it. How hard is that for a doctor. Geez
จิมมี่ *************
@Gerg *********
uk doctors refused said don't know what these are 😅 then tried Donna said no. Got O visa here and probably easier than all that paperwork
Ian ********
Hmmm I think I agree with one of the answers below - find another doctor! I’d only been to mine twice and after mentioning it to him, he was fine with it! Had to do bloods and urine etc. but all good from there! I emailed some of the immigration doctors in Melb and they wanted to charge a fortune, but mine was the price of a normal visit! Good luck!
Scott *********
Name and shame that doctor IMHO
Wayne *********
Get a better doctor. Mine signed with out a hesitant as he knows my history
Michael ********
@Wayne ********
my doctor had no problem even though I have been living with cancer for 20 years but in good health
Bent *************
@Michael *******
If he is 100% well and never had a reason to go to s doctor, then he has a problem getting this certificate! This is a crazy world.Wayne *********
@Michael *******
yes she needs a better personal doctor. Any doctor you visit regularly should know your health history and complete the formJack ********
Another reason to get an O instead of a Non O.
Go to google and type in ‘Doctor Donna Bangkok’ and see if they can do an online appointment
Go to google and type in ‘Doctor Donna Bangkok’ and see if they can do an online appointment
จิมมี่ *************
@Jack *******
I asked while ago, said no . Maybe changed now remember she gave me Covid paperwork when I in UKActivity
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