Health requirements
When health examinations are required and how health criteria affect visa applications.
Overview
What this guide covers
Most visa applicants must meet health requirements to protect public health and manage community costs.
Health examinations are conducted by panel physicians approved by Home Affairs.
Significant conditions may lead to further assessment, a health undertaking, or refusal in some cases.
Audience
Who this guide is for
All visa applicants preparing health checks
Applicants with existing medical conditions
Family members included in applications
Key information
At a glance
Health exams are arranged after referral through the immigration process — do not complete unauthorised exams
Results are linked to your ImmiAccount via HAP ID
Thresholds differ by visa type — permanent visas have stricter criteria than many temporary visas
Tuberculosis screening is standard; other tests depend on country and visa subclass
Health waivers may be available in limited circumstances
The health examination process
After lodgement or when requested, you receive instructions to complete examinations with an approved panel clinic.
Each included family member may need separate examinations. Complete all requests before deadlines.
Avoid delays
Common mistakes
Issues we see often — and how structured preparation helps avoid them.
Completing a medical before being referred
Unrequested examinations may not be accepted — wait for departmental instruction unless advised otherwise.
Ignoring a health undertaking
If granted with conditions, comply with follow-up requirements.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
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