What is a Medical Certificate for Overseas University Admission?

When entering an overseas educational institution, you may be required to submit a medical certificate. Most educational institutions, especially in the U.S., require a health certificate in most cases. In many cases, the medical certificate must be filled out on a form designated by the school, so you should first obtain the format from the website of the university you are entering.

Some medical institutions may not be able to accommodate your request and may refuse to accept your application, and you may not even be able to apply for a visa without a medical certificate to begin with.

What kind of medical examination will be required?

In addition to basic height and weight measurements, the medical certificate includes various items such as hearing and vision tests, dental examinations, urinalysis, x-rays, blood pressure, and heart sounds. In addition to the basic physical condition, the physician will ask the applicant about any pre-existing medical conditions, allergies, and family medical history.

In addition, some schools require tests for infectious diseases such as tuberculin reaction to check for pulmonary tuberculosis, chest X-ray, intestinal parasites, measles antibody test, vaccinations, and full body skin examination.

Vaccination records may also be required, especially in the United States. Please note that the types of vaccines required in the destination country are often different from those in your home country. In addition, some vaccines may require several doses, so it is recommended that you allow plenty of time for a medical examination.

How to Obtain Vaccination Certificates for Immunizations

It is possible to obtain a certificate at the hospital or clinic where the vaccination was given. For vaccines that are not available at our clinic, we can refer you to a clinic where you can receive the vaccination.