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Can a work patent be obtained if hepatitis B is detected?

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Question

During the medical examination for obtaining a patent, a test for hepatitis B is conducted. If a foreign citizen is found to have hepatitis B, will they be denied a patent or allowed to work?

Answer

Hepatitis B by itself is usually not a reason for denying the issuance of a patent, provided there are no other diseases or grounds that directly prevent the issuance of documents.

In practice, the decision depends on the results of the medical examination and the current requirements at the time of application. If you have doubts about a specific conclusion, it is better to officially clarify the issue with the MVD or the medical organization that conducted the examination.