Three or four years back, I went to the clinic that had always issued me my medical certificates and the doctor asks if this is for my WP? Yes so I need to go to the hospital because he doesn't have the testing facilities for Syphilis. 45 mins later and a few (3 or 4) hundred Baht at a large private hospital (specialists in Diabetes) on Rama 4 road and I have the certificate.

The syphilis test is required when working in the bar only.

It's required for any job.

Childish post removed, please post this things in the Pub.

Blood test requirements includes HIV I think too? Talk to your Visa company.

And here starts the rumour mongering...NO. Only syphilis. A simple pin prick on the fingertip, or, if you want to go to a private hospital, B1500.

For me they took a tube of blood. I did not need one the first time i got WP, but at renewal. think i payed 350B

The syphilis test is required when working in the bar only.

I work for a IT company. Still needed one at renewal.

"They wanted one from me (that is in a steady relationship) but one from my friend that is a regular "red-light district" visitor"...-Eaglekott

Did yours turn up positive........

My was "None Reactive", and I would have been surprised otherwise, Been in a steady relationship for 7 years have not been unfaithful.

Edited June 10, 201412 yr by Eaglekott

And what are the consequences?

If you have ever had syphilis, even when effectively treated, that fact will always show up in subsequent blood work.

Does that mean that if you have ever had syphilis, however long ago, you will never get a work permit? Or do you have to show a level of infection that is significant?

I would assume the syphilis test is the same as the syphilis test they like to have for the non immigrant O-A visa. That's a test for the third step of syphilis

No need for blood test on 3rd stage syphilis, you'll have holes in your face...

Read my post again. And see if I wrote blood test.......

The syphilis test is required when working in the bar only.

It's even required when you apply for the non O-A visa

And what are the consequences?

If you have ever had syphilis, even when effectively treated, that fact will always show up in subsequent blood work.

Does that mean that if you have ever had syphilis, however long ago, you will never get a work permit? Or do you have to show a level of infection that is significant?

In blood work? Please explain your thinking

We only had to have an aids test 2 years ago. Not sure if that has changed

I'm not a doctor, though I did play one on TV

Hey everyone! George Clooney's on the forum.

My syphillis test for the WP was done at a local clinic and the blood sample sent away for testing with next day results. Pretty straightforward.

Edited June 10, 201412 yr by H1w4yR1da

yes - if the test used is to detect antibodies then a further test is required to decide if you have the disease or just had an infection before that has been cleared.

you can get results same day in most places.

ine has to question why this patellar, urable disease hs been singled out....I know there has been an increase in detected infections but it doesn't necessarily relate to foreigners.

Edited June 10, 201412 yr by wilcopops

No HIV test. It's OK to have HIV but not elephantiasis.

No HIV test. It's OK to have HIV but not elephantiasis.

I think you are basing your argument here on your own prejudices about HIV?

And what are the consequences?

If you have ever had syphilis, even when effectively treated, that fact will always show up in subsequent blood work.

Does that mean that if you have ever had syphilis, however long ago, you will never get a work permit? Or do you have to show a level of infection that is significant?

In blood work? Please explain your thinking

Sorry if that sounds a bit obscure. It's a term used in the UK. At the GP's surgery I go to the Dr will likely say, "We've had your blood work back etc".

It's just a fancy way of saying "a group of tests" I guess. But hey, what's a profession without a round about way of expressing everyday concepts??

And what are the consequences?

If you have ever had syphilis, even when effectively treated, that fact will always show up in subsequent blood work.

Does that mean that if you have ever had syphilis, however long ago, you will never get a work permit? Or do you have to show a level of infection that is significant?

I would assume the syphilis test is the same as the syphilis test they like to have for the non immigrant O-A visa. That's a test for the third step of syphilis

No need for blood test on 3rd stage syphilis, you'll have holes in your face...

Read my post again. And see if I wrote blood test.......

The doctor doesn't have to perform any specific test for any of the diseases because they are all terminal diseases which would be obvious from a basic physical examination.

No HIV test. It's OK to have HIV but not elephantiasis.

I think you are basing your argument here on your own prejudices about HIV?

Maybe the government does in your opinion. Because it is correct that no HIV test is requiree.

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yes - if the test used is to detect antibodies then a further test is required to decide if you have the disease or just had an infection before that has been cleared.

you can get results same day in most places.

ine has to question why this patellar, urable disease hs been singled out....I know there has been an increase in detected infections but it doesn't necessarily relate to foreigners.

No antibody test is required. The doctor has to confirm that you don't have THIRD STAGE syph.

And syph is not singled out, there is a list of diseases. Maybe some kind soul can post the list, so that these rumours stop.

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We only had to have an aids test 2 years ago. Not sure if that has changed

For a work permit or renewal?

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And what are the consequences?

If you have ever had syphilis, even when effectively treated, that fact will always show up in subsequent blood work.

Does that mean that if you have ever had syphilis, however long ago, you will never get a work permit? Or do you have to show a level of infection that is significant?

I would assume the syphilis test is the same as the syphilis test they like to have for the non immigrant O-A visa. That's a test for the third step of syphilis

No need for blood test on 3rd stage syphilis, you'll have holes in your face...

Read my post again. And see if I wrote blood test.......

The doctor doesn't have to perform any specific test for any of the diseases because they are all terminal diseases which would be obvious from a basic physical examination.

I wrote about the diseases for getting the non O-A visa. Those on that list are not all terminal and a doctor can't see them all from a basic examination.

We only had to have an aids test 2 years ago. Not sure if that has changed

For a work permit or renewal?

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There used to be an HIV test required for a WP many moons ago, for my very first WP nearly 14 years ago we had to get them done, but as far as I am aware there is no legal requirement for an HIV test any more, it stopped a long time ago

However the persons employer might require one, but not a requirement from the DOL to be issued with or renew a WP

May be I am special or may be my accountant is but into my 6th year of WP and never been asked for medical certificate of any kind.

yes - if the test used is to detect antibodies then a further test is required to decide if you have the disease or just had an infection before that has been cleared.

you can get results same day in most places.

ine has to question why this patellar, urable disease hs been singled out....I know there has been an increase in detected infections but it doesn't necessarily relate to foreigners.

No antibody test is required. The doctor has to confirm that you don't have THIRD STAGE syph.

And syph is not singled out, there is a list of diseases. Maybe some kind soul can post the list, so that these rumours stop.

Sent from my A 8+ using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app

If the list is the same as for getting the non O-A visa it's like this.

Leprosy

Tuberculosis

Drug Addiction

Elephantiasis

Syphilis 3rd step

yes - if the test used is to detect antibodies then a further test is required to decide if you have the disease or just had an infection before that has been cleared.

you can get results same day in most places.

ine has to question why this patellar, urable disease hs been singled out....I know there has been an increase in detected infections but it doesn't necessarily relate to foreigners.

No antibody test is required. The doctor has to confirm that you don't have THIRD STAGE syph.

And syph is not singled out, there is a list of diseases. Maybe some kind soul can post the list, so that these rumours stop.

Sent from my A 8+ using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app

If the list is the same as for getting the non O-A visa it's like this.

Leprosy

Tuberculosis

Drug Addiction

Elephantiasis

Syphilis 3rd step

What is the test for drug addiction?

May be I am special or may be my accountant is but into my 6th year of WP and never been asked for medical certificate of any kind.

Your not special LOL, I havent had to do a medical for a WP renewal in nearly 10 years

yes - if the test used is to detect antibodies then a further test is required to decide if you have the disease or just had an infection before that has been cleared.

you can get results same day in most places.

ine has to question why this patellar, urable disease hs been singled out....I know there has been an increase in detected infections but it doesn't necessarily relate to foreigners.

No antibody test is required. The doctor has to confirm that you don't have THIRD STAGE syph.

And syph is not singled out, there is a list of diseases. Maybe some kind soul can post the list, so that these rumours stop.

Sent from my A 8+ using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app

If the list is the same as for getting the non O-A visa it's like this.

Leprosy

Tuberculosis

Drug Addiction

Elephantiasis

Syphilis 3rd step

What is the test for drug addiction?

I would guess blood and urine samples. At least that's what they do in my home country.

Edited June 11, 201412 yr by bangkoklasse

May be I am special or may be my accountant is but into my 6th year of WP and never been asked for medical certificate of any kind.

Your not special LOL, I havent had to do a medical for a WP renewal in nearly 10 years

In which province is that?

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May be I am special or may be my accountant is but into my 6th year of WP and never been asked for medical certificate of any kind.

Your not special LOL, I havent had to do a medical for a WP renewal in nearly 10 years

In which province is that?

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Bangkok, all my stuff is done at the one-stop, in fact the last I even had to put in an personal appearance was 3 or 4 years ago, all I have been doing is giving my pp and WP to one of girls in the office, and about a week later its given back to me all stamped up for another 12 months

yes - if the test used is to detect antibodies then a further test is required to decide if you have the disease or just had an infection before that has been cleared.

you can get results same day in most places.

ine has to question why this patellar, urable disease hs been singled out....I know there has been an increase in detected infections but it doesn't necessarily relate to foreigners.

No antibody test is required. The doctor has to confirm that you don't have THIRD STAGE syph.

And syph is not singled out, there is a list of diseases. Maybe some kind soul can post the list, so that these rumours stop.

Sent from my A 8+ using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app

If the list is the same as for getting the non O-A visa it's like this.

Leprosy

Tuberculosis

Drug Addiction

Elephantiasis

Syphilis 3rd step

What is the test for drug addiction?

They ask you, and that's it.

yes - if the test used is to detect antibodies then a further test is required to decide if you have the disease or just had an infection before that has been cleared.
you can get results same day in most places.

ine has to question why this patellar, urable disease hs been singled out....I know there has been an increase in detected infections but it doesn't necessarily relate to foreigners.

No antibody test is required. The doctor has to confirm that you don't have THIRD STAGE syph.

And syph is not singled out, there is a list of diseases. Maybe some kind soul can post the list, so that these rumours stop.

Sent from my A 8+ using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app

If the list is the same as for getting the non O-A visa it's like this.
Leprosy
Tuberculosis
Drug Addiction
Elephantiasis
Syphilis 3rd step

What is the test for drug addiction?

They ask you, and that's it.

Not for the O-A visa. You need s real test and a doctor doing it from your home country. With the wp I don't know

Edited June 12, 201412 yr by ubonjoe
fixed broken quotes