Many countries require a medical certificate as part of a long-stay visa or residency application. Wilmer Health helps by issuing visa medical certificates prepared specifically for the destination country. Each certificate is reviewed by a licensed doctor and completed in the format typically requested by the relevant authorities, helping you move forward with confidence.
If you’re applying for a Spanish long-stay visa from the UK, you’ll usually be asked to provide a medical certificate confirming your health status. We issue the medical certificate commonly requested for visas such as the Non-Lucrative Visa and Student Visa, prepared in the format Spanish consulates in the UK typically expect.
If you’re submitting a Spanish long-stay visa application through a Spanish consulate in the United States, a medical certificate is typically required as part of your supporting documentation. We prepare the Spanish visa medical certificate commonly requested for visas such as the Non-Lucrative and Student visas, ensuring it aligns with the expectations applied by Spanish consulates handling US-based applications.
Medical certificates prepared in line with the requirements for French fit-to-work and long-stay visas, including the OFII medical process where applicable.
Medical certificates prepared for Greek Type D (national) visa applications, signed and stamped by a licensed doctor.
Medical certificates issued in line with South African long-stay visa requirements – reviewed, signed and stamped by a licensed doctor and posted to any worldwide address.
Medical certificates prepared for Thai visa applications where health documentation is required.
A visa medical certificate is a doctor-issued document required by some countries when applying for a long-stay visa, residency permit, or similar immigration route. It is usually used to confirm that the applicant does not have a condition considered a serious public health risk under international or national guidelines.
Requirements vary. Some countries specify exact wording, others require completion of a government form, and some expect references such as the International Health Regulations (IHR). Because of these differences, a generic doctor’s letter is often not sufficient.
Although visa medical certificates may appear similar, requirements differ between countries and sometimes even between consulates. These differences can include:
Using a certificate that does not match the destination country’s expectations can lead to delays or requests for replacement documents. Our role is to ensure the medical certificate is prepared with the destination country in mind from the outset.
We’ve designed the process to be clear and fully online, whether you’re applying from the UK, the United States, or elsewhere.
Select the visa medical certificate that matches your destination country and provide your details through our secure online questionnaire.
Your information is reviewed by a licensed doctor, and the medical certificate is prepared in the format typically requested for that country.
You’ll receive your certificate in the appropriate format, with physical delivery arranged where required.
Wilmer Health exists to help applicants navigate an unfamiliar part of the visa process with clarity and confidence.
All visa medical certificates are reviewed under the clinical oversight of Dr Andrew Smith MBChB BSc (Hons) MRCGP, Medical Director at Wilmer Health, who is responsible for maintaining professional standards and accountability across our services. Our work is guided by a published Code of Practice that sets clear boundaries around responsible certification.
To support trust and consistency:
Our focus is on issuing medical certificates responsibly, accurately, and in a way that aligns with the expectations of visa authorities.
If you’re unsure which visa medical certificate you need, start by selecting your destination country above. Each country page explains the specific requirements and how the certificate fits into the wider visa process.
If you’re still unsure, our team can guide you before you apply – just get in touch via our contact page.
Visa medical certificates are typically required for applicants applying for long-stay visas or residency permits where health documentation forms part of the immigration process. Requirements vary depending on the destination country and visa category.
No. Medical certificate requirements vary by country, visa type, and sometimes by length of stay. Some countries require a certificate for most long-stay visas, while others only request it for specific categories. It’s important to check the requirements for your destination before applying.
In many cases, no. Visa authorities often expect medical certificates to follow specific wording or formatting requirements. A general doctors letter may not meet these criteria, which can result in delays or requests for a replacement document.
Visa medical certificates issued through Wilmer Health are reviewed by licensed doctors practising within their relevant jurisdiction, including the UK and the United States. Clinical oversight is provided by our Medical Director, Dr Andrew Smith MBChB BSc (Hons) MRCGP.
Doctors involved hold appropriate medical registration, including with the UK General Medical Council (GMC) and relevant US state medical boards where applicable, ensuring certificates are issued responsibly and in line with recognised professional standards.
Yes. Wilmer Health supports applicants applying for visas from the United Kingdom. Visa medical certificates issued for UK-based applications are reviewed and signed by doctors registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and prepared in line with recognised UK professional standards. Where required, documents can also be legalised through the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) for official overseas use. Physical certificates are sent using secure, tracked delivery.
Yes. Wilmer Health supports applicants submitting visa applications through Spanish consulates and other authorities in the United States. Our visa medical certificates are prepared in line with the wording and documentation expectations typically requested for US-based applications.
Where relevant, we prepare certificates with reference to recognised professional standards and ethical guidance commonly applied within US state medical board frameworks. This helps ensure documentation is issued responsibly and in a format suitable for consular submission.
If you are unsure whether our service is appropriate for your specific consulate, our team can advise before you place an order.