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hi, does anyone know if you can be refused visa after medical if you are overweight. I am quite overweight, but have started on new healthy eating/exercise regime and I am determined to do it. I have no pmh and in my working life as a nurse (5 years) I have only had 2 days absence for sickness which was just a virus. I'm worried that this will stop us from getting a visa, its a sponsored visa if that makes any difference.

rahrah

Hi there,
Try not to worry too much - I had concerns about OH passing his medicals for ongoing medical issues (all my fears were unfounded - he passed!) but believe me I had some restless nights.
When I was concerned, I stumbled upon this guidance used by Panel Doctors which I think should answer your worries! Pg 28/54 in particular.
http://www.immi.gov.au/gateways/pane.../instructions/
Also, noticed you live in L'pool - we had meds done in Manchester - thought they would be a lot more complex than they were - very superficial examination but fulfilled what is required for Visa purposes - lovely Doc to!
Good Luck

wilson01

Hi, yes please don't worry. I too thought our meds would get referred but they went straight to finalised. The Docs in Manchester are really nice, they put you at your ease and explain everything to you. They also explained that being overweight is not a problem as long as there are no other factors such as hypertension, diabetes etc. Good luck with everything