How to Get a Tuberculosis (TB) Test for a UK Visa Application 🏥✈️
If you're applying for a UK visa from Nigeria or West Africa and plan to stay in the UK for more than six months, you are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test as part of your application
If you're applying for a UK visa from Nigeria or West Africa and plan to stay in the UK for more than six months, you are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test as part of your application. While TB tests can be done at many hospitals in Nigeria, your test must be approved by the UK Home Office, and you will need an IOM Medical Certificate confirming that you are free from TB before submitting your visa application.
Who Needs a TB Test? 🧐
The TB test requirement applies to applicants such as:
✅ Long-term students 🎓
✅ Work permit holders 👔
✅ Other employment & domestic workers 🏡
✅ Volunteer workers 🤝
✅ Dependents of the above applicants 👨👩👧👦
✅ All settlement and marriage visa applicants 💍
There are only four (4) UK-approved TB test centers in Nigeria. Any test conducted outside these approved centers will not be recognized during your UK visa application.
🛑 Who is Exempt from the TB Test? 🚫
You do not need a TB certificate if you:
Hold a diplomatic passport and are traveling on official business 🏛️
Qualify for an exempt visa 🎟️
Are applying for a certificate of entitlement 📜
📅 Operating Hours for TB Test Centers
🕗 Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
🕛 Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Available Test Locations in Nigeria
📌 Lagos
📌 Abuja
💰 TB Test Fees
💵 Payment must be made before the medical examination in Naira (₦).
63 GBP for individuals aged 11 years and above 💷
60 USD for individuals aged 10 years and below 💵
🏥 How to Book Your TB Test Appointment
📞 Contact one of the approved UK TB test clinics to book an appointment. Be sure to mention that the test is for a UK visa application. Appointments are usually available within a few days.
⚠️ Peak Season Alert: During the UK student visa rush (June – September), you may have to wait up to 10 days for an appointment. We cannot arrange or prioritize bookings for you.
✅ What to Bring for Your TB Test 📋
When attending your test, ensure you bring:
🛂 Proof of identification (preferably your passport) 📸
📑 A photocopy of your ID
💳 Proof of payment for the test fee
🏠 UNHCR/MHA registration documents (for refugee applicants)
🏥 If you have had TB in the past or have a lung condition, bring past medical records and X-ray results
❓ Need Help Booking a TB Test in Nigeria? 🤔
Are you having trouble finding an approved TB test center or securing an appointment? Dhub Education is here to help! 🌍✨
📢 Stay Updated – We will notify you as soon as appointment slots become available!
For more information, visit 🌐 www.dhubeducation.com – your trusted source for UK visa requirements and study abroad guidance. 🎓✈️
