Where can I get the required TB test done and do I need to upload the TB test report for my visa application in UK?
You must get your TB test done only at a UK Home Office-approved clinic, and yes, you upload the TB certificate with your online visa application. Results from ordinary local doctors are rejected. In India, over 40 approved centres operate across major cities.
This is a step you cannot improvise, so let me be precise. Your TB test must come from a clinic the UK government has officially approved, and the certificate is a required upload in your online visa application. A report from any other doctor or hospital will simply be rejected.
Where and How to Get Tested
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Approved clinics only | Book with a UK-recognized clinic, over 40 exist across Indian cities |
| Finding the list | Use the official GOV.UK TB test country list for your region |
| Certificate validity | Valid for 6 months from the date of your chest X-ray |
What to Bring and Submit
| Stage | What you need |
|---|---|
| At the clinic | Original passport with two photocopies, two passport photos, your UK address, any past TB records |
| Online upload | A clear scanned copy of your TB clearance certificate in the documents section |
| Biometric appointment | Carry the original certificate to VFS Global or TLScontact |
My Advice
Book your TB test early but not too early, because the certificate expires six months after your chest X-ray, so time it to stay valid through your visa decision. Take the test, upload the scan during your application, and keep the original ready for your biometric appointment. If you have ever been treated for TB, bring your previous medical notes or X-rays to avoid delays at the clinic.
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