New Mandatory Hepatitis B Testing for Visa Applicants in Australia Starting 2024

Mandatory Hepatitis B Testing Introduced for Certn Visa Applicants Starting July 1, 2024

The Australian Government has recently implemented the Migration Required Medical Assessment Amment Instrument LIN 24032 2024, which will come into effect on July 1, 2024. This new amment mandates hepatitis B testing for specific visa applicants and provides clarification about the requirements for provisional visas.

Key Features:

Mandatory Hepatitis B Screening:

Applicants aged over 15 born in countries identified as high risk of hepatitis B are now required to undergo a hepatitis B test as part of their medical examination process.

Provisional Visa Requirements Clarified:

The amment now defines 'provisional visa' explicitly, including temporary visas that form the initial stage towards permanent residency status. Consequently, the medical assessment criteria for applicants on provisional visas will align with those applicable to permanent visa applicants.

Continuity and Existing Provisions:

Requirements as outlined in IMMI 15144 remn applicable to applications submitted prior to March 18, 2018, ensuring consistency in the application of Public Interest Criterion PIC 4006A standards.

Consultation Process:

The amment was developed through extensive consultations with health agencies and government departments to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with current public health requirements.

Legislative Alignment:

This update ensures that Australia's visa medical assessment framework remns modern and comprehensive, supporting the nation's public health objectives.

For further information, visit the Department of Home Affrs' official website.

this amment is crucial for Registered Migration Agents RMAs and visa applicants to understand new health evaluation requirements and .

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