Visa Types
Tuberculosis Testing Centres for UK Visa Applicants
Who requires Tuberculosis (TB) test for UK Visa:
You will be required to undergo a tuberculosis (TB) test if you are planning to stay in the UK for six months or longer and meet the following criteria:
- You have resided in Bangladesh for six months or longer.
- You have been living in Bangladesh or another country on the specified list within the past six months.
Additionally, you will need a TB test if you are entering the UK under the following circumstances:
- As a fiancé, fiancée, or proposed civil partner on a family visa.
- As a returning resident with an absence from the UK exceeding two years.
Bangladesh: tuberculosis test clinics for a UK visa:
Your TB test certificate must be issued by a clinic that has been approved by the Home Office. Certificates from unapproved clinics will not be accepted.
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Green Crescent Medical Diagnostic
H.No. 15/2
Road # 4
Khulshi Hill
Diplomatic Area
Chittagong
Telephone:
- +880 233 445 4481
- +880 233 445 2324
- +880 178 655 3377
- +880 179 619 9638
Email:
Website: www.greencrescentmedicaldiagnostic.com
Operating hours: Saturday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm
What you should bring with you
- valid identification which contains your photograph, such as a passport, national ID card or Refugee Asylum Seeker Card
- a photocopy of your identification
- the TB test fee
- any previous chest X-ray and medical reports related to TB
Test fees
| 11 years and above | Below 11 years | Further investigation |
| Taka 5500 | Taka 3500 | Taka 14000 |
Additional information
Do not wear jewellery, as a chest X-ray will require removal of any metallic items. Wear cotton clothes. Children or applicants who need assistance may be accompanied.
Green Crescent Health Services
60 Park Road
Baridhara Diplomatic Zone
Dhaka-1212
Telephone:
- +880 258 810 486
- +880 222 226 2384
- +880 258 817 335
- +880 174 238 8854
- +880 131 584 8055
- +880 191 135 2247
Email:
Website: www.greencrescentmedicalbd.com
Operating hours: Saturday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm
No pre-appointment required. For further information, contact our office numbers. Our representative will be happy to answer your questions.
What you should bring with you
- valid identification which contains your photograph, such as a passport, national ID card or Refugee Asylum Seeker Card
- a photocopy of your identification
- the TB test fee
- any previous chest X-ray and medical reports related to TB
Test fees
| 11 years and above | Below 11 years | Further investigation |
| Taka 5500 | Taka 3500 | Taka 14000 |
Additional information
The fee is non-refundable in the event of a positive TB test result, a decision not to travel to the UK, or a visa refusal. Treatment is not covered by the test fee.
Children will receive a certificate after completing a questionnaire and a physical examination. If there are any signs of TB, a chest X-ray will be conducted, along with other necessary follow-up tests, as per UK regulations.
Please avoid wearing jewellery, as a chest X-ray requires the removal of any metallic items. It’s advisable to wear cotton clothing. Children or applicants needing assistance may be accompanied during the process.
IOM Migration Health Assessment Clinic
Ground & First Floors
House: 13/A
Road: 136
Gulshan-1
Dhaka 1212
Telephone:
- +880 171 306 6230
- +880 173 030 9825
- +880 132 282 1860
- +880 132 282 1861
- +880 132 282 1885
Email: DhakaHA@iom.int
Operating hours: Sunday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5pm
What you should bring with you
- valid identification which contains your photograph, such as a passport, national ID card or Refugee Asylum Seeker Card
- the TB test fee
- if you have had TB in the past or have any other lung disease, you should provide details of your previous screening and, if possible, your medical notes and X-ray results
Test fees
| 11 years and above | Below 11 years | Below 11 years – follow up investigation |
| 85 USD | 30 USD | 85 USD |
Payment for the fee must be made in Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) directly at the clinic. The equivalent amount in US dollars (USD) will be determined based on the IOM official exchange rate. Please note that the cost of the test is separate from the visa application fee.
The fee is non-refundable in cases where the person tests positive for TB, decides not to travel to the UK, or their visa is refused. Additionally, the test fee does not cover treatment if the individual already has TB.
For children, an initial certificate will be issued following a questionnaire and a physical examination. If there are any indications of TB, a chest X-ray will be conducted, along with any necessary follow-up tests.
Green Crescent MediLab
Time Square Building
Shibgonj Point
Sub-City
Sonarpara
Sylhet
Telephone:
- +880 299 664 1601
- +880 299 664 1602
- 0174 256 4432
- 0131 584 7779
Email:
Website: www.greencrescentmedilabbd.com
Operating hours: Saturday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm
No pre-appointment is required.
What you should bring with you
- valid identification which contains your photograph, such as a passport, national ID card or Refugee Asylum Seeker Card
- a photocopy of your identification
- the TB test fee
- any previous chest X-ray and medical reports related to TB
Test fees
| 11 years and above | Below 11 years | Further investigation |
| Taka 5500 | Taka 3500 | Taka 14000 |
The test fee is not refundable if you test positive for TB, decide not travel to the UK, or your visa is refused.
The test fee does not include treatment for TB.
Additional information
Avoid wearing jewelry for a chest X-ray; it requires removing metallic items. Wear cotton clothes. Children or those needing help can bring someone along.
Children will answer questions and have a checkup. If they show no signs of TB, they’ll get a certificate. If TB is suspected, they’ll need a chest X-ray and more tests.
IOM Migration Health Assessment Clinic
Medi-Aid Heart Centre
South Dorga Gate (Near Minar)
Dorga Moholla
Sylhet 3100
Telephone:
- +880 171 306 6230
- +880 173 030 9825
- +880 132 282 1860
- +880 132 282 1861
- +880 132 282 1885
Email: DhakaHA@iom.int
Operating hours: Sunday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5pm
What you should bring with you
- valid identification which contains your photograph, such as a passport, national ID card or Refugee Asylum Seeker Card
- the TB test fee
- if you have had TB in the past or have any other lung disease, you should provide details of your previous screening and, if possible, your medical notes and X-ray results
Test fees
| 11 years and above | Below 11 years | Below 11 years – follow up investigation |
| 85 USD | 30 USD | 85 USD |
You must pay the fee in Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) directly at the clinic. The amount in US dollars (USD) will be converted using the IOM official exchange rate. This fee is separate from the visa application fee.
The fee is non-refundable if you test positive for TB, choose not to travel to the UK, or if your visa is denied. The test fee doesn’t cover treatment for existing TB cases.
Children must first receive a certificate after completing a questionnaire and physical exam. If TB is suspected, they’ll need a chest X-ray and additional tests.