Hepatitis C testing, and residence visa in Kuwait

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passionfruitMember29 May 2013 12:04:02

Hi,

I wish to know if it is possible to get a residence visa in Kuwait if you have the Hepatitis C antibody, but are PCR negative?

Are they smart enough to test for the Hepatitis C virus PCR, or do they just test for the antibody and reject you based on that?

AurélieViP30 May 2013 06:10:27

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Hello passionfruit.

Welcome to Expat.com!

Aurélie

MooKuwait Expat Advisor30 May 2013 10:04:09

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Hello passionfruit and Welcome to Expat.com!

Yes they do test and Kuwait health Ministry equipped with the latest sophisticated medical equipment.

passionfruitMember30 May 2013 10:27:06

Moo,

have you had experience with PCR test in Kuwait?

Are you sure they do a PCR for Hepatitis C?

Or do they just do the antibody test?

LarsRiedelNew member04 September 2014 20:29:48

So, where are you now?.. Did you get a job in Kuwait?

LarsRiedelNew member04 September 2014 20:34:20

Guys, and really, if somebody have the Hepatitis C antibody, but are PCR negative, it is possible to get a residence permit in Kuwait?..

MariamRabbitMember05 September 2014 22:39:20

Hello,

As far as I know, a positive or reactive test result for hepatitis c will unfortunately restrict you from attaining a visa.

The health department knows the difference between exposure to hep c and actually being infected, but they apparently consider both cases unfit to apply for a visa and will not provide further blood tests if antibodies are detected.

Again, it's been a while since I updated my info, so I urge you to visit their website at Kuwait Government Online, under the headings "business", then "human resources".

If you do find a definite answer, please let us know so that others may benefit.

Good luck!

ocharovashka304Member09 March 2016 08:54:02

Hi Passionfruit!

DanaQ8Guest09 March 2016 10:53:00

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Yes. 'They' are smart enough and as Moo said it, our Ministry of Health is indeed occupied with the latest sophisticated medical equipment.

I wish you well..

Ajay panchalMember05 February 2018 19:34:05

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Sir hcv me nonreactive 7 he to muje allow karenge

ChrisViP06 February 2018 08:08:24

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Hi Ajay panchal,

Welcome to Expat.com

Could you please post in english only so that everyone can understand your posts.

Thank you

Chris
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