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Any advice would be appreciated.
Canadian just moved here for a great job at DIFC. Didnt know they would test for HepB which I have had since a kid. Medical authorities (at DIFC for employment visa) here declined Visa app and wouldnt take into consideration that my medical reports show that I have had Hep B for many decades, viral load is low and not transmissible and that antibodies in blood have fought off virus (they wouldnt review my records from Canada, they just did a virul test for Hep B). All other tests were fine.
Wondering if I can appeal anywhere (my employer has terminated me but would take me back). I understand that people renewing their employment visa do not get tested for Hep and on top of which I am a professional working in an office (vs child care, health care, etc). On top of which medical reports confirm non transmittability of my condition.
Desparate to make this work and appeal somewhere if possible. Thought of calling the Immigration and Naturalization Dubai office tomorrow. Such a pity, cause if we had known, they could have sent me to Sharjah where I understand they only check for HIV and TB and not Hep. My employer is sympathetic as to the irrational decision but they do not want to ruffle any feathers and take up the challenge with the government.
Any advice on any way to have them change their minds would be greatly appreciated.
Canadian just moved here for a great job at DIFC. Didnt know they would test for HepB which I have had since a kid. Medical authorities (at DIFC for employment visa) here declined Visa app and wouldnt take into consideration that my medical reports show that I have had Hep B for many decades, viral load is low and not transmissible and that antibodies in blood have fought off virus (they wouldnt review my records from Canada, they just did a virul test for Hep B). All other tests were fine.
Wondering if I can appeal anywhere (my employer has terminated me but would take me back). I understand that people renewing their employment visa do not get tested for Hep and on top of which I am a professional working in an office (vs child care, health care, etc). On top of which medical reports confirm non transmittability of my condition.
Desparate to make this work and appeal somewhere if possible. Thought of calling the Immigration and Naturalization Dubai office tomorrow. Such a pity, cause if we had known, they could have sent me to Sharjah where I understand they only check for HIV and TB and not Hep. My employer is sympathetic as to the irrational decision but they do not want to ruffle any feathers and take up the challenge with the government.
Any advice on any way to have them change their minds would be greatly appreciated.
