Medical exams – Immigration
In-Canada applicants
We’ve extended the temporary public policy for immigration medical exams (IMEs) until October 5, 2029. Updated
If you completed an IME within 5 years of submitting your new application, include the IME number (or the unique medical identifier number) from your previous IME in your current application.
Reasons you may be exempt
You may be exempt from completing another IME if you meet all of these conditions:
- you applied or are applying for either permanent residence or temporary residence
- you already live in Canada
- you completed your previous IME in the last 5 years
- your previous IME indicated a low risk or no risk to public health or public safety
You may need a medical exam if you want to come to Canada. This is to make sure you’re not inadmissible for medical reasons.
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Find a doctor
Your own doctor can’t do the medical exam.
You must find a panel physician we’ve approved to do medical exams.
Medical surveillance
If you’re found to have inactive tuberculosis in your medical exam, you’ll be required to undergo medical surveillance once you’re in Canada to ensure that you get proper treatment.
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