Quick Answer
Yes, in most cases. You need a tuberculosis test if you are coming to the UK for 6 months or more and have lived in a listed country for 6 months or more, and Nepal is on the UK's list. The test must be done at an approved clinic, and the certificate is valid for 6 months from the date of your x-ray.
The details
- Who needs it: people coming to the UK for 6 months or more who have lived in a listed country for 6 months or more within the last 6 months.
- Nepal: listed by GOV.UK, which links to the approved clinics in Nepal.
- Where: only at an approved clinic.
- Validity: 6 months from the date of your x-ray, so time the test so your certificate is valid on the day you apply.
See where this fits in the full UK student visa guide.
Sources
Checked in October 2026. Rules change, so confirm on the official site when you apply. For help with your own application, talk to our counselling team.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a UK TB test certificate valid?
If your test shows you do not have TB, you are given a certificate valid for 6 months from the date of your x-ray.
Where do I take the TB test in Nepal?
You must take it at an approved clinic. GOV.UK lists the approved clinics in Nepal.
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