@Tod ********

it implies that if you reside somewhere else you need two, one from U.K. and one from Thailand (assuming that’s where you reside). This is the wording:

Certificate of criminal record clearance from own country and country of permanent residence with validity of at least 3 months. Applicants residing in the United Kingdom will need to have a police clearance issued only from here.

Police check must come from U.K. medical could come from Thailand as I did this previously. However I am currently putting together another OA visa application online and saw just today that the online application states medical certificate should be from the country of application (UK). Not sure how strict they are as I have one to use from here and am still going to submit it ( my UK Dr wanted to charge in excess of £200 and take 2 weeks to run all tests)

@Martin ********

ok, you tell him to change his mind then. As I said the three GP’s I’ve asked so far won’t do it.

I just need to find a doctor that’s willing. Mine isn’t and insists on doing all the tests. As do the other two I’ve contacted so far. If the doctor is being as meticulous as possible, you do actually need a chest X ray to confirm no TB, and then several blood tests for the other strange diseases. But as I’m aware, and as you said, a sensible and level headed doctor would just sign it and pocket the fee.

@Tod ********

I only live 5 minutes from Phuket immigration I shall pop by and ask. Living here has taught me never to take anything for granted with respect to “rules”

@Steve ******

here is the bit from website 🤓

That’s looking more likely by the day. Until recently Phuket would not do it (had to go to BKK). But I’m told that theoretically all immigration offices have been told they should handle the paperwork now. Just a matter of seeing if Phuket complies 🤔

Since a long time. If it was available I would have got one ages ago. You can even use Hull if you meet the criteria for an O.

Steve Greir not in London sad to say, nor Penang.

@Steve ******

sorry yep you’re right, which is why I’m trying for the OA and not the O (55 and pension 🤓)