Visa Medicals - My Experience

[Tesco 74]

I planned to arrive into London Paddington 2 ½ hours prior to my medical. The train was late, but even so I was outside the station about 1 ½ hours early. It was a nice day so decided to take the 30-minute walk to Visa Medicals. You go through a pleasant part of the city and once you cross Edgware Road, keep on the right side of the road and you’ll first notice the Coach Makers Pub to the left and opposite Visa Medicals as the main landmark.

Although an hour early, I walked the few steps and rang the buzzer and explained that I was here for my medical. I was buzzed in without offering any further detail and made my way through the inner door to the lobby of the building. To the right is a rather ornate wooden door with a brass plaque with Flat 4 Visa Medicals Doctor inscribed. I just opened the door, as there is no other security at this point and went to one of the vacant windows, (of two) to the right of the reception area. I stated my name and did say that I was early, but was given a clipboard and asked to take a seat in the waiting room and complete the additional forms. In essence the additional forms mainly include what you had already noted on form IV-18 (May 2017) with the addition of GP Practice information and other items that you’d not have a problem in knowing straight away. A medical release for the chest x-ray and perhaps some things to read through.

As I was early, I had taken some time in completing and then returned the clipboard and documents to reception. I was asked for the usual police certificate and IV-18 form along with the SCR, vaccination history and listed medication print from Patient Access. All was in order and I then had my photo taken, which was also done in the reception area.

I then returned to the reception area, with about another 14 people. The waiting room is not that big and I’d say holds around 25 people tops. It wasn’t long before I was called by the Doctor, (there is no order of who you see first) and then walked back into their office. I was asked some general questions and weight and height measurements taken. Then to the examination table for a comprehensive examination, (ENT,BP, heart rate, heart, lungs abdominal). The check of arms, glands etc. I then returned to the waiting area until called for the x-ray, which was straight forward and then on to the vaccination nurse. Review of Patient Access immunisations records where I then received all outstanding ‘jabs’. I know you can get some done on the NHS, but I didn’t do this, as I just wanted the day to be done and dusted, there and then. It’s a very expensive day anyway…

Once complete, I went back to the waiting room, where I was soon called again to ‘check out.’ Went to reception and ultimately collected my payment card and hand stamped receipt, Certificate or Immunisation, FAQ letter and my copy of DS-7794.

I was in Visa Medicals for about 1 ½ hours all together. I walked back to Paddington Station and then sought the next train home. I only booked a single, as you really have no idea when you’ll be finished and why get a return a sweat that you may miss it. Got home earlier than anticipated after a successful day.

The medical is fine, no need to panic, although do take some reading material, as you could be there a long time. I did not see any plugs to keep phones charged, so an external battery pack, comes in handy. All the staff are very nice and put you at ease. Overhearing reception, they do offer same day appointments too!

Finally, if you do come in via train, look at getting a rail card, it paid for itself twice over, just on this one trip alone. There was little I could do to avoid ‘peak’ travel and an extortionate fare.

[banang 2]

Thanks for sharing. Is Covid booster still required now? My last booster was in 12/2023 and my kids have never had it. 

[Tesco 74]

1 hour ago, banang said:

Thanks for sharing. Is Covid booster still required now? My last booster was in 12/2023 and my kids have never had it. 

Since President Trump had taken office the COVID-19 Vaccine requirement has been abolished. I give then a call though, just to be certain. 

[appleblossom 3,081]

46 minutes ago, Tesco said:

Since President Trump had taken office the COVID-19 Vaccine requirement has been abolished. I give then a call though, just to be certain. 

 

Only for AOS applicants - still required for immigrant visa applicants. https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/uscis-waives-covid-19-vaccination-requirement-for-adjustment-of-status-applicants

[banang 2]

1 hour ago, Tesco said:

Since President Trump had taken office the COVID-19 Vaccine requirement has been abolished. I give then a call though, just to be certain. 

 

17 minutes ago, appleblossom said:

 

Only for AOS applicants - still required for immigrant visa applicants. https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/uscis-waives-covid-19-vaccination-requirement-for-adjustment-of-status-applicants

 

Thanks both, I can see it's waived for AOS only. I'll discuss it when booking at Visa Healths. Cheers

[SL2024 101]

On 1/26/2025 at 8:03 AM, Tesco said:

I planned to arrive into London Paddington 2 ½ hours prior to my medical. The train was late, but even so I was outside the station about 1 ½ hours early. It was a nice day so decided to take the 30-minute walk to Visa Medicals. You go through a pleasant part of the city and once you cross Edgware Road, keep on the right side of the road and you’ll first notice the Coach Makers Pub to the left and opposite Visa Medicals as the main landmark.

Although an hour early, I walked the few steps and rang the buzzer and explained that I was here for my medical. I was buzzed in without offering any further detail and made my way through the inner door to the lobby of the building. To the right is a rather ornate wooden door with a brass plaque with Flat 4 Visa Medicals Doctor inscribed. I just opened the door, as there is no other security at this point and went to one of the vacant windows, (of two) to the right of the reception area. I stated my name and did say that I was early, but was given a clipboard and asked to take a seat in the waiting room and complete the additional forms. In essence the additional forms mainly include what you had already noted on form IV-18 (May 2017) with the addition of GP Practice information and other items that you’d not have a problem in knowing straight away. A medical release for the chest x-ray and perhaps some things to read through.

As I was early, I had taken some time in completing and then returned the clipboard and documents to reception. I was asked for the usual police certificate and IV-18 form along with the SCR, vaccination history and listed medication print from Patient Access. All was in order and I then had my photo taken, which was also done in the reception area.

I then returned to the reception area, with about another 14 people. The waiting room is not that big and I’d say holds around 25 people tops. It wasn’t long before I was called by the Doctor, (there is no order of who you see first) and then walked back into their office. I was asked some general questions and weight and height measurements taken. Then to the examination table for a comprehensive examination, (ENT,BP, heart rate, heart, lungs abdominal). The check of arms, glands etc. I then returned to the waiting area until called for the x-ray, which was straight forward and then on to the vaccination nurse. Review of Patient Access immunisations records where I then received all outstanding ‘jabs’. I know you can get some done on the NHS, but I didn’t do this, as I just wanted the day to be done and dusted, there and then. It’s a very expensive day anyway…

Once complete, I went back to the waiting room, where I was soon called again to ‘check out.’ Went to reception and ultimately collected my payment card and hand stamped receipt, Certificate or Immunisation, FAQ letter and my copy of DS-7794.

I was in Visa Medicals for about 1 ½ hours all together. I walked back to Paddington Station and then sought the next train home. I only booked a single, as you really have no idea when you’ll be finished and why get a return a sweat that you may miss it. Got home earlier than anticipated after a successful day.

The medical is fine, no need to panic, although do take some reading material, as you could be there a long time. I did not see any plugs to keep phones charged, so an external battery pack, comes in handy. All the staff are very nice and put you at ease. Overhearing reception, they do offer same day appointments too!

Finally, if you do come in via train, look at getting a rail card, it paid for itself twice over, just on this one trip alone. There was little I could do to avoid ‘peak’ travel and an extortionate fare.

 

Great review - a train is definitely not cheap in the UK!

[banang 2]

On 1/26/2025 at 8:14 PM, banang said:

 

 

Thanks both, I can see it's waived for AOS only. I'll discuss it when booking at Visa Healths. Cheers

 

FYI, Covid booster is required for anyone from 12+ (if not had within 12 months), just chat with Visa Medicals. Cheers