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What should I do if I can't get a medical certificate for the Non-O/A Visa?

Eric ********
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anybody have trouble getting the medical certificate completed for the Non-O/A Visa? The 2 doctors I've been to can't request laboratory work for Leprosy and Elephantiasis. I guess because these diseases are not in the United States. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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The user is facing challenges obtaining a medical certificate required for a Non-O/A Visa, as two doctors have declined to conduct tests for leprosy and elephantiasis, which are not commonly tested in the U.S. Other community members have suggested that many GPs might overlook outdated requirements and simply sign off on the forms. They also recommended considering the Non-O Visa instead, which does not require these tests or health insurance. Additionally, some users mentioned that it may be beneficial to travel to a larger city, such as Bangkok, for easier access to the medical services needed.
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Richard ******
Richard ******
They are not in Thailand also
Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
Unless you have a specific reason to get the non-OA choose the non-O instead. No health insurance, no background checks, no medical reports. Your doctor should be able to determine with an interview, no tests are needed.
Authentic*********
Authentic*********
Wannikea Wanblee OA, can keep the 800k in your home country bank. O can't.
Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
AuthenticAlpaca833 For maximum 2 years, unless continually getting a new one.
Michael ********
Michael ********
Most GPs know its outdated and just sign off on them (previously reported on here many times)
Eric ********
Eric ********
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Michael Dawson The two I Saw refuse to sign off
Michael ********
Michael ********
Eric Duggan keep on searching then. Maybe put your location in post and someone may have done in your country and area before. No one does these tests anymore
Robert *****
Robert *****
Eric Duggan which red state Eric. ?
Dan *******
Dan *******
Umm 🤔 then maybe you’ll have to go to Bangkok ?
Eric ********
Eric ********
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Michael Dawson unfortunately I am in a small town with a somewhat remote location

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