UK re-entry - chest X-ray

ankit.t2 · Jun 10th, 2008, 18:02

Hello,
I am travelling for a second time to UK and the last time I had travelled I had taken my chest X-ray wit me. But I vaguely remember the person at the counter who checked it said I would not need it again as long as I travel with the same Visa. Can anyone who has entered more than once with the same Visa confirm if I need the X-ray at every entry.
TIA

machadinha · Jun 10th, 2008, 18:07

? A chest X-ray? For what, to identify you? And I thought biometrics was going a bit far...

Can you explain what it means precisely or what it's required for? I'm not doubting you, just never heard of it before. Is this really required for Indians traveling to the UK? Or do you mean an X-ray of your suitcase? (?)

ankit.t2 · Jun 10th, 2008, 18:11

I believe it is a rule for some time now that we need the chest X ray. i think it is basically to check for TB or something. Nonsense!! if u ask me.

machadinha · Jun 10th, 2008, 18:14

Aha, yes, tuberculosis might make sense actually, hadn't thought of it. (Makes you wonder if it's required of Brits returning from certain destinations though. And if no other proof than an X-ray would be available. Such as a doctor's attestation or so.)

Hang on, no doubt some people in the know will be in shortly.

Piyush · Jun 10th, 2008, 18:17

usually this type of test are done when you reach that country...two common test are
1) X ray to test TB
2) blood test to test HIV

ananda2193 · Jun 10th, 2008, 19:08

And how can you prove that it's your chest in the x-ray?

machadinha · Jun 10th, 2008, 19:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Piyush

usually this type of test are done when you reach that country...two common test are
1) X ray to test TB
2) blood test to test HIV

Yes; I've lived somewhere where an HIV test was mandatory for immigrants/long-termers (same in India, I believe?) Tourists (which were important there and of which there were many) and locals were exempt though; presumably not to piss either party off, but kind of defeating the purpose you'd think. Esp. with some tourists' notions of entertainment, ahem.

Oh well; if them's the rules them's the rules I guess, little point arguing over it which is unlikely to get you into the country in any case. But this X-ray business strikes me as somewhat outlandish indeed.

nayan · Jun 10th, 2008, 19:48

Those of you interested to know more about the x-ray requirement can go through the below thread. It was discussed in some detail
UK Visa, Indian passport queries..urgent

Ankit,
I had shown the x-ray when entering the first time through heathrow. I had subsequently gone on short trips to Europe and returned through Stanstead after 10-15 days. On reentry I disnot have to show any such X-rays.(In fact it did not strike me at all that I may need this x-ray thing again).

I dont know what will be the scenario if you are returning after a sojourn in India(ie returning thru Heathrow) or after a long gap.

Nick-H · Jun 10th, 2008, 22:08

(No, you do not need HIV test to settle in India. You will still find that reference around, but it was done away with some time back (2003, I think?))

Haylo · Jun 11th, 2008, 00:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by machadinha

But this X-ray business strikes me as somewhat outlandish indeed.

Especially as I'm sure you could buy on eBay!

Actually, there's probably someone near the airport renting them out...

"Very fine chest sir, many ribs!"

Nick-H · Jun 11th, 2008, 01:25

leading to a possible every-day scene at Heathrow,

Officer: "You are, lets see, 6 foot 10 inches, 18-stone man, yes?"

Immigrant: "Exactly. Your judgement is remarkable, Sir."

Officer: "And this, if my remarkable judgement is not wrong, is a picture of the ribs of an approximately-eight-year-old girl."

Immigrant: "I... But, I assure you, sir..."

Officer: "And what's more, it is the eighteenth time I've seen her this week."

nayan · Jun 11th, 2008, 14:59

.... funny.... but....

No special incentive in fudging the x-ray. A chest X-ray can be done very cheaply in India(100 to 150 rupees)in diagnostic centres available in all small towns too. No hassle too..... it gets done in 10mins.

anu_k · Jun 11th, 2008, 15:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by machadinha

Aha, yes, tuberculosis might make sense actually, hadn't thought of it. (Makes you wonder if it's required of Brits returning from certain destinations though.

All teenagers are vaccinated against TB in the UK.
But there has been a significant increase recently in cases of TB and this has been put down to the increase in migrant workers particularly from the eastern eurpoean countries where vaccination policy is less stringent.

travel01 · Jun 28th, 2008, 23:57

Hi All,

I am travelling to UK on student visa. Can someone please tell following:
1) do we have to carry just the chest x-ray film or some x-ray report as well?
2) can we take chest X-ray from any doctor in India or from some designated doctor?
3) are there any other medical test required apart from x-ray?

Will appreciate any help on this. Thanks

nayan · Jun 30th, 2008, 13:14

1. just the film. no report required
2. no doctor required. any diagostic/x-ray clinic will take an x-ray of your chest and give you the film
3. not that i know of.

Jun 10th, 2008, 18:02	#1
ankit.t2 Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2	UK re-entry - chest X-ray Hello, I am travelling for a second time to UK and the last time I had travelled I had taken my chest X-ray wit me. But I vaguely remember the person at the counter who checked it said I would not need it again as long as I travel with the same Visa. Can anyone who has entered more than once with the same Visa confirm if I need the X-ray at every entry. TIA

Jun 10th, 2008, 18:07	#2
machadinha brother my cup is empty member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: yörp Posts: 14,373	? A chest X-ray? For what, to identify you? And I thought biometrics was going a bit far... Can you explain what it means precisely or what it's required for? I'm not doubting you, just never heard of it before. Is this really required for Indians traveling to the UK? Or do you mean an X-ray of your suitcase? (?) __________________ Reading tips, all picked up at IndiaMike : INDAX's A Comprehensive Guide To India / Dinoj Surendran's Desi Humor / ITHVC on Culture Shock & Travel Health / JetLag Travel Guides For the Undiscerning Traveller / India Travel Links

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travel01 Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: India Posts: 2	Queries on x-ray requirement for UK Hi All, I am travelling to UK on student visa. Can someone please tell following: 1) do we have to carry just the chest x-ray film or some x-ray report as well? 2) can we take chest X-ray from any doctor in India or from some designated doctor? 3) are there any other medical test required apart from x-ray? Will appreciate any help on this. Thanks

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Jun 10th, 2008, 18:11	#3
ankit.t2 Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2	I believe it is a rule for some time now that we need the chest X ray. i think it is basically to check for TB or something. Nonsense!! if u ask me.

Jun 10th, 2008, 18:14	#4
machadinha brother my cup is empty member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: yörp Posts: 14,373	Aha, yes, tuberculosis might make sense actually, hadn't thought of it. (Makes you wonder if it's required of Brits returning from certain destinations though. And if no other proof than an X-ray would be available. Such as a doctor's attestation or so.) Hang on, no doubt some people in the know will be in shortly.

Jun 10th, 2008, 18:17	#5
Piyush Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: New Delhi Posts: 648	usually this type of test are done when you reach that country...two common test are 1) X ray to test TB 2) blood test to test HIV

Jun 10th, 2008, 19:08	#6
ananda2193 Maha Guru Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: you essay Posts: 1,902	And how can you prove that it's your chest in the x-ray?

Jun 10th, 2008, 19:48	#8
nayan Forum Leader Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: hyderabad/tokyo Posts: 1,930	Those of you interested to know more about the x-ray requirement can go through the below thread. It was discussed in some detail UK Visa, Indian passport queries..urgent Ankit, I had shown the x-ray when entering the first time through heathrow. I had subsequently gone on short trips to Europe and returned through Stanstead after 10-15 days. On reentry I disnot have to show any such X-rays.(In fact it did not strike me at all that I may need this x-ray thing again). I dont know what will be the scenario if you are returning after a sojourn in India(ie returning thru Heathrow) or after a long gap.

Jun 10th, 2008, 22:08	#9
Nick-H This is just a cameo appearance Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chennai, India Posts: 36,194	(No, you do not need HIV test to settle in India. You will still find that reference around, but it was done away with some time back (2003, I think?))

Jun 11th, 2008, 01:25	#11
Nick-H This is just a cameo appearance Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chennai, India Posts: 36,194	leading to a possible every-day scene at Heathrow, Officer: "You are, lets see, 6 foot 10 inches, 18-stone man, yes?" Immigrant: "Exactly. Your judgement is remarkable, Sir." Officer: "And this, if my remarkable judgement is not wrong, is a picture of the ribs of an approximately-eight-year-old girl." Immigrant: "I... But, I assure you, sir..." Officer: "And what's more, it is the eighteenth time I've seen her this week."

Jun 11th, 2008, 14:59	#12
nayan Forum Leader Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: hyderabad/tokyo Posts: 1,930	.... funny.... but.... No special incentive in fudging the x-ray. A chest X-ray can be done very cheaply in India(100 to 150 rupees)in diagnostic centres available in all small towns too. No hassle too..... it gets done in 10mins.

Jun 30th, 2008, 13:14	#15
nayan Forum Leader Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: hyderabad/tokyo Posts: 1,930	1. just the film. no report required 2. no doctor required. any diagostic/x-ray clinic will take an x-ray of your chest and give you the film 3. not that i know of.