UK Visa TB Test Centres in Pakistan for Immigration Medical Requirements

If you’re applying for a UK visa from Pakistan for more than 6 months, a tuberculosis (TB) test is usually compulsory. The UK Home Office will only accept TB certificates issued by specific approved clinics – going to any other hospital, even a well-known one, can lead to your visa being refused. Only Government-approved clinics in Pakistan are authorized to conduct the TB screening test for UK visa applicants.

Below is a clear, updated breakdown (April 2025) of where you can take the TB test in Pakistan, what it costs, and what to bring with you. This guide is based on official UK Visas and Immigration information and supporting details from TB screening centres.

Who Needs a TB Test for a UK Visa?

You’ll normally need a TB test if both apply:

  • You are coming to the UK for more than 6 months (Student visa, Skilled Worker visa, Family visa, etc.).
  • You have lived in Pakistan for 6 months or more, and were living in Pakistan (or another TB-listed country) within the last 6 months.

Some routes, such as specific family applications, might need a test even if the stay is shorter, so always check your visa category before applying.

Rule 1: Only Use Home Office Approved TB Centres

The UK government clearly states that they will not accept a TB test certificate from a clinic that is not on their approved list.

For Pakistan, the officially approved TB test centres as of 22 April 2025 are located in:

  • Islamabad
  • Lahore
  • Karachi
  • Mirpur (AJK)

This list can occasionally change, so always confirm the approved centres before booking.

TB Test Centres in Pakistan – City by City

1. Islamabad

a) AMC – G-6 Branch

Address: G-6 Branch, Building 14, Civic Centre, Melody, G-6 Markaz, Islamabad, Pakistan

Telephone:

+92 51 287 3191
+92 51 287 3192
+92 51 287 3193

Email: uktbisb@amcpk.com

Operating hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Test fees:

Below 11 years: PKR 11,000
11 years and above: PKR 15,000

b) IOM – Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) Islamabad

Clinic 1:
IOM Clinic, 2nd floor, Maroof International Hospital, F-10, Islamabad

Clinic 2:
IOM Clinic, Ground floor, IDC, Pakland Square, G-8, Islamabad


Telephone: +92 51 111 466 472

Email: uktbappointments@iom.int

Operating hours:
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

Test fees:
Below 11 years: PKR 10,000
11 years and above: PKR 14,000

2. Lahore

a) AMC Lahore

Address:
309-A Canal Bank West, Tariq Chaudry Road, Near PCSIR 1, Lahore

Telephone:
+92 423 529 3225
+92 423 529 3226

Email: uktblhe@amcpk.com

Operating hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

Test fees:
Below 11 years: PKR 11,000
11 years and above: PKR 15,000

b) IOM – Migration Health Assessment Centre Lahore

Address:
House No. 70, H-Block, Gulberg III, Near D-Ground, Lahore

Telephone: +92 51 111 466 472

Email: uktbappointments@iom.int

Operating hours:
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

Test fees:
Below 11 years: PKR 10,000
11 years and above: PKR 14,000

3. Karachi

IOM – Migration Health Assessment Centre Karachi

Address:
Plot # F-14, PECHS, Block 6, Shahra-e-Faisal, near KFC, Karachi

Telephone: +92 51 111 466 472

Email: uktbappointments@iom.int

(IOM charges the same standard TB fees across Pakistan unless stated otherwise.)

4. Mirpur (AJK)

IOM – Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) Mirpur

Address:
House 66-A, Sector F-2, near MDA Office, Mirpur AJK

Telephone:
+92 51 111 466 472
+92 58 27 432 530

Email: uktbappointments@iom.int

Operating hours:
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 12:30 pm


Test fees:
Below 11 years: PKR 10,000
11 years and above: PKR 14,000

What to Bring for the UK TB Test

All approved clinics follow similar document requirements. You must bring:

  • Valid photo identification (passport, national ID card, or Refugee Asylum Seeker Card)
  • A photocopy of your ID
  • 3 passport-size photographs (white background, neutral expression)
  • The TB test fee (in Pakistani Rupees)

Additional recommendations:

  • Any previous chest X-rays or medical reports
  • Medical documents, if you had TB or lung diseases
  • Your intended UK address (if applicable)

How the TB Test Works

The process is quite straightforward:

  1. Registration
    Your identity is verified, your documents are checked, and your details are recorded.
  2. Chest X-ray (Ages 11 and above)
    A standard chest X-ray is done to detect signs of active TB.
  3. Younger Children (Under 11)
    Instead of an X-ray, a clinician will assess the child and decide if extra tests are needed.
  4. Additional Tests (If Required)
    If the X-ray is unclear or suggests TB, sputum smears, sputum cultures, or further investigations may be required. (Note: This can take several weeks for results.)
  5. Receiving Your TB Clearance Certificate
    If clear, you will receive a UK TB clearance certificate, valid for 6 months. This certificate must be included in your UK visa application.


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Useful Tips for Applicants

  • Book early, especially during student visa season.
  • Only use approved centres: other clinics will be rejected.
  • Confirm fees and opening hours before visiting.
  • Keep your certificate safe and track its expiry date.
  • If you previously had TB, bring all related medical reports to avoid delays.