Medical examinations are mandatory for all immigrants and their dependents entering a foreign country, to ensure they do not pose a threat to its health and security.

As a general rule, short trips (such as tourist travel) to Canada do not necessitate medical exams; however, certain occupations do require this step.

Medical Tests

If you intend to reside permanently or immigrate as part of a spouse or family, or are hoping to move there as an immigrant, undergoing a medical exam is required to ensure you're fit to live there safely without becoming a threat to its residents. It includes tests like X-rays, blood analyses and physical exams among others.

Citizenship and Immigration Canada requires that doctors conducting immigration medical exams be authorized. That means you cannot visit your regular doctor for the test; rather, find a Designated Medical Practitioner near your location - there is a list of them on their website.

At your medical examination, a doctor will test your eye sight, lungs, heart and other vital organs before discussing your medical history with you. They'll want to know whether any past health problems have an effect on current wellbeing as well as looking out for signs of active TB, HIV and syphilis infections.

At your medical exam, be sure to bring along copies of all of your vaccination records - this includes COVID-19 vaccine required of immigrants entering Canada. Your doctor should give you a form listing all vaccinations taken and their dates; take this with you when applying for your visa.

Medical exams are also necessary for certain temporary resident applications, including workers and students. Exams must be administered by a doctor on IRCC's panel of physicians, with results valid for 12 months before needing to be repeated.

If you are immigrating with family to Canada, all members must pass a medical examination, including your spouse/partner and children under 18. Requirements vary depending on what application type is filed; check the IRCC website carefully prior to scheduling an appointment.

X-Rays

X-rays are a type of radiation that passes through your body parts to form images, helping physicians assess and detect any irregularities or defects in your health. For example, an x-ray may reveal cavities or fractures in your teeth; your doctor can also use an X-ray scan to examine your heart, lungs and other internal organs; pregnant mothers will generally avoid being subjected to such radiation as it could harm their fetuses.

If you plan to apply for permanent residency in Canada, an immigration medical examination must take place prior to travel. The purpose is to ensure your physical and mental wellbeing before entering a foreign country; tests typically consist of physical exam, blood tests and chest X-ray. An IRCC panel physician typically conducts these exams; during which they review medical records and perform mental health evaluation if necessary.

Anyone failing a Canadian medical exam may be considered inadmissible, whether due to serious health conditions, potential risks they pose to others or placing undue strain on Canada's healthcare system. Individuals found inadmissible should hire an experienced Canadian immigration lawyer in order to assist with their application for citizenship.

An examination for a Canadian visa must be administered by an IRCC-approved panel physician; however, in certain instances IRCC may grant dispensations and allow another physician to conduct it instead of just their panel physician. Once conducted, this panel physician will submit their report electronically using their eMedical system.

Your appointment requires that you bring a valid passport as well as any forms from IRCC (such as an IME number) or copies from your GP or specialists, glasses if applicable, information about existing medical conditions and glasses if wearing them (if appropriate). Children under 18 require a chaperone during their exam.

At your medical exam, you will need to complete a questionnaire about any current or previous health conditions as well as pay any associated fees and charges.

Blood Tests

At your medical examination, doctors will conduct blood tests to test for signs of active tuberculosis, HIV or syphilis as well as inspect your skin for any rash or other indications of disease. It's also important to disclose all past or current health issues to them at this point in time; additionally they'll conduct an in-depth body checkup including your eyes, nose, heart and lungs.

As part of your immigration application, it is also necessary to bring along copies of any relevant X-rays, blood tests and urine tests as well as your passport and any supporting documents such as reports from doctors or specialists regarding any major surgeries or hospitalizations, medication lists with their dosage information as requested by IRCC's eMedical system - it is vitally important that these documents are available in order to avoid delays or issues with your immigration process.

Keep copies of previous immigration medical exams handy; this will assist the doctor in assessing your current condition. Likewise, all family members applying for visas should bring all their respective medical records with them.

The International Refugee Compliance Centre (IRCC) will assess all the results from your medical exam to decide if you are admissible into Canada or not. They may request further testing if they believe your condition to be serious; for example if diagnosed with depression they will assess whether their mental illness poses any threat to Canadian residents and public health.

No matter whether you are an international student, professional, or planning on moving to Canada for work or permanent residency, undergoing the required medical exam is key to being approved successfully by Canadian authorities. As per Canadian law, your success in passing this test heavily relies on passing it successfully if any diseases require hospitalization or long-term medication - it is vitally important that consult an experienced and certified immigration consultancy for an easier journey.

Physical Examination

Medical examinations for visa applications to Canada are mandatory. They include physical exams of the nose, eyes, heart and lungs as well as discussing major past health problems with a physician; provided there is no impactful impact, they will give their approval for application to go forward.

At an exam, you will be required to present your passport and other government-issued identification documents for cross-checking and verification. In addition, a questionnaire about past and current medical conditions, medications taken currently (both over-the-counter and prescription), past surgeries performed, medications currently taken as well as medications planned is filled out during this process.

After your examination with one of the panel physicians at their clinic, you will receive a Health Certificate valid for one year from them - this can then be used when applying for a Canada visa at any Canadian mission or embassy abroad.

As part of your physical exam, a series of blood and urine tests may also be administered, to enable a physician to detect any diseases or illnesses which might prevent immigration to Canada. You may need to visit a specialist for additional testing if needed.

As part of your physical exam, avoid wearing clothing or attire that could irritate the examiner; they won't inspect genitalia or rectal areas during a physical.

An IRCC-approved panel physician will perform a complete physical examination, from ears and eyes to speech disorders such as stuttering. A urine test and chest X-ray will also be conducted in order to screen for respiratory conditions, while after giving you their report it will be sent via IRCC's eMedical system for processing. If applying for Canada visitor visa or another type of visa you should retain a copy of information sheet provided by panel physician as it will help in your application process.