WHOO

[TracyTN 237]

Chas just phoned to say he got packet 3 today.

Looking over everything, he had one question about the price list that they enclose for the medical. They list the 170 pounds fee, the 85 pound fee (for children), and then a 90 pound fee for 'bacterialogical examination of sputum'.

They don't list that 90 pounds as an extra - it reads as if 'you will have this done', but I don't remember anyone here mentioning that they paid more than the 170 pounds. So what gives? Is this a test they'd do if they discovered you had TB or what?

[Lizzy 0]

I never had a sputum test, is that new?

[TracyTN 237]

I have no idea! That's why I thought I'd come ask the wise folks here.

Also he said there are 2 facilities at which you can have the medical done - they tell you which one to go to when you book the appt. Is that new too? They're both called 'Knightsbridge'. Or maybe only one of them does the K visa types?

[chelseafan 0]

Congrats on the arrival of Packet 3. I had My medical within the last month......no sputum test.

[TimsDaisy 0]

sounds like what you are guessing is right - just from the word "sputum." which, btw, is a horrible word.

maybe that's a second step test if they don't like what they see on the chest x-ray?

[TracyTN 237]

Congrats on the arrival of Packet 3. I had My medical within the last month......no sputum test.

Thanks chelseafan - that's the sort of data I wanted.

Timsdaisy - that is about all I can figure. But if we are right, you think they'd not put that charge where it appears to be mandatory.

He also found it funny that he has to enclose a sheet to 'explain' tobacco use. Either you smoke or you don't, I would have thought!

[ajames79 0]

weird!

but congrats!

[TimsDaisy 0]

Congrats on the arrival of Packet 3. I had My medical within the last month......no sputum test.

Thanks chelseafan - that's the sort of data I wanted.

Timsdaisy - that is about all I can figure. But if we are right, you think they'd not put that charge where it appears to be mandatory.

He also found it funny that he has to enclose a sheet to 'explain' tobacco use. Either you smoke or you don't, I would have thought!

At this point, they could include a sheet saying there's a potential 50 pound charge for having him put on a tu-tu and dance around the x-ray machine for 5 minutes and you'd pay it anyway, right?

Maybe it's all just to see if we're still paying attention by the time we get to those packets or if we've just given up using any actual thought.

[TracyTN 237]

Congrats on the arrival of Packet 3. I had My medical within the last month......no sputum test.

Thanks chelseafan - that's the sort of data I wanted.

Timsdaisy - that is about all I can figure. But if we are right, you think they'd not put that charge where it appears to be mandatory.

He also found it funny that he has to enclose a sheet to 'explain' tobacco use. Either you smoke or you don't, I would have thought!

At this point, they could include a sheet saying there's a potential 50 pound charge for having him put on a tu-tu and dance around the x-ray machine for 5 minutes and you'd pay it anyway, right?

Maybe it's all just to see if we're still paying attention by the time we get to those packets or if we've just given up using any actual thought.

Oh absolutely! It wasn't a whinge - just wanted to know if we needed more cash in hand then we had planned on taking.

And yes - maybe it IS to see if we're awake...!

[flutter95 4]

Hmm the sputum thing ? weird, I dunno, I don't remember that, but I also went when it was 160.

Also, the two locations isn't new, its always that way they tell you which one they choose your going to when you call, theres no particular rhyme or reason.

[TracyTN 237]

Interesting on the locations. And the fee went up as of Apr 1 (or so the form said - I think there are some here who got charged 170 before April 1...!)

Ok - another question for K1ers. Looking at form DS 156, question 18 says to give spouse's name (even if divorced or separated). If you've been married before, do you really put the ex's name there? That seems retarded to me, even with the question before that asking your status (where you'd obviously put divorced).

The example form on VJ - their status is 'single' so its of no help.

[JamalNTam 1]

Interesting on the locations. And the fee went up as of Apr 1 (or so the form said - I think there are some here who got charged 170 before April 1...!)

Ok - another question for K1ers. Looking at form DS 156, question 18 says to give spouse's name (even if divorced or separated). If you've been married before, do you really put the ex's name there? That seems retarded to me, even with the question before that asking your status (where you'd obviously put divorced).

The example form on VJ - their status is 'single' so its of no help.

I didnt! But I only just sent mine back! I assumed it was just for people who are currently married because there isnt anything about how and when the marriage was terminated.

[*julez* 124]

Congrats Tracy & Chas on receiving Packet 3!!!!!!

I have no answers to your questions. Sorry! Just wanted to share in your happiness!!!

[TracyTN 237]

Interesting on the locations. And the fee went up as of Apr 1 (or so the form said - I think there are some here who got charged 170 before April 1...!)

Ok - another question for K1ers. Looking at form DS 156, question 18 says to give spouse's name (even if divorced or separated). If you've been married before, do you really put the ex's name there? That seems retarded to me, even with the question before that asking your status (where you'd obviously put divorced).

The example form on VJ - their status is 'single' so its of no help.

I didnt! But I only just sent mine back! I assumed it was just for people who are currently married because there isnt anything about how and when the marriage was terminated.

I know - I found that odd, too. But it DOES say 'even if divorced or separated' - which is what made me ask.

I know someone out there must know the answer!

[Tim and Bethanie 1]

Interesting on the locations. And the fee went up as of Apr 1 (or so the form said - I think there are some here who got charged 170 before April 1...!)

Ok - another question for K1ers. Looking at form DS 156, question 18 says to give spouse's name (even if divorced or separated). If you've been married before, do you really put the ex's name there? That seems retarded to me, even with the question before that asking your status (where you'd obviously put divorced).

The example form on VJ - their status is 'single' so its of no help.

I vaguely remember a question like this, confusing! I think we finally went with current spouse, yet the whole even if divorced or seperated bit made no sense...... isn't your spouse if you are divorced now is it?

Grats on getting your next step underway!

Bethanie