UK Settlement (TB) x-ray
Before you can submit a UK settlement visa a Thai National has to undergo a body x-ray to prove to the British Embassy that they do not have Tuberculosis (TB) even though it is very unlikely your spouse or their child may have TB it is another hurdle that has to be overcome before you can apply for the UK visa.
This test is only required for any Thai National wishing to reside for longer than 6 months.The TB x-ray was introduced many years ago due to the more frequent signs of TB in South East Asia and normally a simple x-ray can show your Thai partner does not carry the TB virus.
Can I have the test done any hospital?
The answer is NO it must be completed in Bangkok at the International Organization for Migration http://th.iom.int/ their sole job is to test and to make sure migrants to the UK are TB free before they apply for the UK visa.
How long does it take?
If you Thai partner passes the IOM x-ray then a certificate is issued on the same day but if unfortunately the assessor notices something unusual on the x-ray then it could be the start of more tests and a minimum of a 3 month wait for clearance.
Which office do we go to?
- You first have to go to the IOM office to register and give all your details they will then start to prepare your certificate.
- You then go to the assessment center which is where your Thai partner will undergo the x-ray
- If all is clear you then go back to the IOM office to collect the certificate we have given both addresses below for guidance.
Why could my partner fail?
There are no set reasons but experience has shown that it is not a good idea for your Thai partner to take the test if they have influenza or a chest infection as this could show up on the x-ray and can be misleading, another reason which is totally out of anybody’s control is an old scar on the lungs maybe from an infection in younger life which also can show up as a shadow making the assessor unsure which would then lead to more tests.
Make sure you do not send your Thai partner for the x-ray if they are not fit and well.
Can we just arrive at the IOM?
- You cannot go to the IOM without booking an appointment first and this is done online.
- All the UK sponsors details are required which is printed on the certificate, as per guidelines
- You must also provide copies of identification and passport photographs – Key Visa can make copies for you.
Which office do we go to?
- You first have to go to the IOM office to register and give all your details they will then start to prepare your certificate.
- You then go to the assessment center which is where your Thai partner will undergo the x-ray
- If all is clear you then go back to the IOM office to collect the certificate we have given both addresses below for guidance.
Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC Bangkok)
Tuberculosis (TB) screening for the UK, AUS & CAN
120 Kasemkij Building, 8th floor
Silom Road, Bangrak,
Tel: (66) 2-234-7950-5
Fax: (66) 2-234-7956
Email: [email protected]
What if my partner is pregnant?
If your Thai partner is pregnant they will need to know at the start as it could be harmful to the baby as all x-rays can.
The IOM will normally give your Thai partner the choice to continue with the test and if so they will be made to sign a disclaimer which is normal practice. Having an x-ray whilst pregnant can be harmful to the baby so you should consider this before booking the appointment.
At Key Visa part of our service when applying for a UK settlement visa is to
- Book the appointment on line
- Prepare the necessary documentation
- Take your Thai partner or child to the IOM
- Complete the x-ray and bring back the certificate to add to the visa application
The UK Settlement x-ray can be complicated without professional help which is why Key Visa should be considered to help you with the full visa application.
For a UK Settlement visa and all associated costs at very competitive rates and no hidden agenda can you please contact us at [email protected] or call our office in Thailand on +6638 422 131
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05:14 20 Nov 24
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09:49 01 Jun 24
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06:00 25 May 24
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09:54 03 Mar 24
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09:08 18 Dec 23
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N L.
13:47 08 Dec 23
I have used this service for obtaining a second UK passport. Excellent service where I obtained my passport hassle free. Just doing the same again. Highly recommend you use. Darren sadly passed away and his wife continues the business. I was able to get my second British passport renewed with excellent service a few days ago.
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04:06 01 Dec 23
If you are considering to get married to your thai partnerThen I recommend key visaIt was a stress free procedure thanks to kook who was very professional, and arranged everything for us in a very short time periodMany thanks Ray and kai
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04:03 23 Nov 23
Good visa agent. Ann is Thai but succeeded the business from her falang husband who recently passed to the best of my knowledge. She is efficient and knowledgeable and my visa process was less expensive than my experience in Phuket as well. I would recommend Key Visa to future Visa seekers.
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02:55 16 Nov 23
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04:45 11 Nov 23
This has been my "go to" visa/passport agency for the last 10 years. They have always been friendly and professional..........have never let me down. Recommended by me 100%.
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08:28 07 Nov 23
It took about 3 weeks for the UK to process my daughter's passport. We had to send better quality pictures and documents, which caused a slight delay beforhand, but overall, their service was excellent. I'm grateful to the Key Visa staff for their help in renewing my daughter's passport, and I would definitely use their services again.
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06:39 06 Nov 23
This is the 2nd time I have used Key Visa and the service they provide is fantastic the 1st was with Darren was just so good he told me every step of the process and what I needed to do and bring in with me he made sure I understood how and what would be the process of applying for my Visa to stay in Thailand. And with the passing of Darren his wife Ann has kept the business running which I am so grateful for as they in my opinion are the best service you can get. We have now engaged them to do a visa for my Thai partner for a visit to Australia to see and spend time with my Aussie family and see some of Australia as she so wants to see snow. Once again I thank you Ann and all her staff for their help and support
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01:24 13 Oct 23
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00:30 15 Sep 23
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14:08 05 Sep 23
Great Visa Company Located in Pattaya Thailand which offers reasonable prices and noteworthy services
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06:23 25 Aug 23
UK passport renewed in just over 3 weeks, very professional staff, can’t thank them enough, highly recommended
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10:13 21 Aug 23
Excellent.
D S.
14:09 18 Aug 23
Good and reliable service
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06:52 01 Aug 23
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04:30 30 Jul 23
Always excellent service for this retired American.
Stephen L.
04:22 27 Jul 23
Excellent service. I got my retirement visa here it was quick and painless.
J T.
13:29 21 Jul 23
So far so good. If you want to make some money in Thailand, don't open a bar, get into opening a visa consultant agency.However this agency has been good so far on a small matter l used them for.I definitely recommend them.
Michael M.
08:53 15 Jul 23
We have been trying for a long time to get an Australian tourist visa for our Thai friend. We applied in the past using an Australian immigration lawyer based in Australia and the application (which was expensive and time consuming) was rejected for lack of evidence (intention to return to Thailand etc). Second time round we used Gemma from Key Visa and were successful. Unlike our first agent/lawyer, Gemma examined our evidence in detail and gave suggestions as to where it could be improved. It's clearly beneficial to use an agent who is familiar with this specific visa stream (ie someone in Thailand familiar with getting Thai people into Australia) and the "no win, no professional fee" clearly incentivizes them to help as much as possible. As always in Thailand the service is not perfect and there are some communication gaps etc, but we are very happy with the outcome and would recommend these guys 100%.
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14:41 14 Jul 23
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11:20 12 Jul 23
Once again i would like to thank the staff at keyvisa for there service .
The P.
06:10 06 Jul 23
Excellent, professional, trustable Agency. The best Visa Agency services I've been use in many years here in Thailand. A little issue... They told that my passport will back in 30 days. Actually 33 days..
Tim M.
14:53 27 Jun 23
Got my first retirement visa with these. Great service. Everything sorted by them.
Charles Robert H.
00:53 16 Jun 23
Very helpful. The place to go if you want solutions to your visa problems.
Robert P.
00:40 05 Jun 23
Very fast, simple smooth, efficient service.
Lewi L.
03:04 21 May 23
If you need assistance with any visa related this is the place in Pattaya.
Stephen A.
07:41 05 Mar 23
Key visa was the best. Sadly the owner, Darren, past away December 22.
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03:43 13 Feb 23
Absolutely fantastic service great staff totally stress free and professional services I highly recommend.
Bob C.
11:33 09 Feb 23
Dave C.
14:30 08 Feb 23
been using this company for years, great service.
Keith J.
04:01 26 Jan 23
Tom A.
23:04 21 Jan 23
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10:17 18 Jan 23
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06:47 17 Jan 23
Recently obtained a visa for myself and British passport for my partner..No hassle no immigration queueing. Great staff great service thank you Key Visa Thailand…..
Frank J.
10:43 01 Jan 23
Very helful and efficient.
Francisco M.
08:20 31 Dec 22
I went to key visa company for a consultation about marriage visa. it turned out they don't do that type of visa but there was another option and the lady was professional and courteous. but since my visa is not finalized I can't honestly give a full report on visa company.
tony L.
01:17 30 Dec 22
The service and support I received from Darren & his Team in relation to a recent Passport Application for my son was exemplary.The service & professional way in which they expedited the application & explained clearly each step of the process's involved, was faultless.All of which resulted in a speedy & positive result.Darren & TeamThank you very much & I wish you all,A Very Happy & Prosperous New Year 2023 ( post Covid)Tony
Kristijan C.
16:48 22 Dec 22
Great helpful staff
Sean T.
11:39 21 Dec 22
Job done, Thank you team and sorry to hear of the passing of Darren 🙏
Thomas K.
14:21 13 Dec 22
Thank you for your reply, but there is no ringtone or pickup when ringing your office and none of my mails and messages have been answered.
Michael S.
15:42 10 Dec 22
I read today that Darren suddenly has passed away - far too early in his life.It's never too late to write a review and his services on his company - named Key Visa Co. - so I will use this review to say that I have always been satisfied helping me by his large knowledge about the visa system in Thailand.Every time I met him I was surpriced to noticed his honest and friendly commitment, and over the years I was always convinced that he was not only helpful but also indicated in his way of recognizing his customers. You could always count on him and I was never disappointed.It pains me that he has passed away at such an early age, but I believe that his customers will always remember him as a businessman who only wanted to give his customers the best possible experience and service.He will be missed!R.I.P. Darren.
C B
15:54 09 Dec 22
Seems to know about visas in Thailand
Peter W.
07:23 08 Dec 22
The Key visa team led by Darren have 18 years of experience navigating the visa minefield.I am just one of Darren’s satisfied clients.
Chris T
13:24 03 Dec 22
Fast and friendly
Ross C.
16:28 30 Nov 22
Fantastic company. Darren & his team couldn’t of been better! Polite, responsive, knowledgeable and most importantly they know what they’re doing & get the job done!! Very pleased with the entire process start to finish, me & my GF will be using the company for all of our visa needs moving forward! Thank you Darren & the team!!UK tourist visa application for Thai national.
Leo T.
09:53 25 Nov 22
Fantastic service
Christopher W.
08:01 25 Nov 22
key Visa has a proven track record. They have got me a retirement visa for years and renewed my passport without me having to go to Bangkok. They also got my daughter, born in Thailand, an English passport.Use Key Visa to sort out your retirement visa problems and for getting passports renewed or being obtained for citizens of dual nationalityExceptionally efficient
finlay S.
10:06 24 Nov 22
Had to renew my uk passport and chose key visa to deal with my application as I am up country in Chaiyaphum province.Great service from Darren and staff always quick and friendly replies to emails.Passport back in 11 weeks time it takes for uk to process.Collected by Key visa and posted by ems to me with old passport and letter to transfer visa stamps to new passport.Great service.
Michael H.
07:31 20 Nov 22
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11:05 19 Nov 22
Polsky E.
01:56 11 Nov 22
After attempting for 2 days to get a retirement visa myself with my Thai girlfriends help to no avail and being left totally frustrated I eventually gave up and contacted Darren. After consultation with Darren he calmly brought me back down to earth, reassuring me that the visa would be procured with little effort by myself. I left feeling very confident and reassured at what Darren had said. Yesterday I collected my passport with said visa for 15 months. Many thanks to Darren and team, Key Visa did a great job.
Bryan P.
02:53 06 Nov 22
Very pleased with the service I received here. Darren was very knowledgeable. Now my retirement Visa has been issued. I am delighted with Key Visa. Fantastic service. I am very grateful.
Tim M.
08:08 30 Oct 22
No wasting time
Martin William B.
09:43 27 Oct 22
Only go to the best !!!
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02:44 24 Oct 22
Maurice P.
10:51 21 Oct 22
Having had a difficult time renewing my UK passport I have to thank Key Visa service for their excellent help in difficult times in successfully getting my updated passport. Covid has played a big part in delays from the passport office along with increased demand and the Ukraine conflict but for those non UK residents this has caused many delays. Darren and his staff have been most helpful in ensuring this was completed as quickly as possible and I thoroughly recommend their service to anyone who are looking for this type of service. Many thanks for a five star service.
berny P.
06:23 20 Oct 22
Australian friend having problems with thai wife spouse visa, agency are being very helpful with a excellent customer service
Christopher B.
15:21 18 Oct 22
As always absolutely top class advise and speedy response - these guys have been looking after us for around twenty years and in my opinion the very best.
Jim T.
07:55 15 Sep 22
Thanks to Darren and his team for renewing my retirement visa and re-entry permit! I got it back in ONE DAY! Awesome service. I highly recommend Key Visa and will definitely be using them again in the future!
Brenda B.
03:16 12 Sep 22
Friendly and efficient service ...
Nicholas D.
22:35 19 Aug 22
In difficult times they got the job done. UK passport renewal in 2022. My only gripe is my emails and phone calls went unanswered during the process. I was rude to the lady in the office. Sorry about that. When we asked for my (old) passport to be sent back on short notice for the 90 day renewal they sent it back immediately. Thanks guys. Sorry for the trouble
Steve H.
06:47 12 Aug 22
Darren and his staff are friendly, helpful and most of all very knowledgeable. If you need real and accurate advice then look no further.
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05:33 05 Aug 22
Ian L.
04:53 08 Jul 22
Darren and his team are truly excellent offering an exemplary service. Was updated regularly as visa was processed and everything went smoothly. Darren took time to explain the process and was always available to answer questions. Highly recommended. Thank you
Wayne C
01:52 07 Jul 22
Great service from Darren and his Team, highly recommended! They get the job done courteously and professionally every time.
Chris H.
04:22 06 Jul 22
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