USCIS has updated the medical exam form. Please ask your civil surgeon to use the 01/20/25 edition date of Form I-693.
For immigration purposes, medical exams must be completed by physicians who have been officially designated by USCIS. These exams cannot be performed by your personal or family doctor. Only providers on USCIS’s approved list are authorized to complete this requirement.
To identify an eligible provider near you, access the USCIS physician locator: Search for an Authorized Immigration Medical Provider.
Pro tip: Some applicants have found that USCIS-approved urgent care clinics offer earlier appointment availability. It may be worth exploring these options to avoid delays.
Submission of your case to USCIS cannot proceed unless this document is received. To avoid processing errors, clearly write your full legal name on both the exterior of the envelope and on the enclosed packet so it can be properly identified and handled by our staff.
Please send the sealed envelope to:
Francisco Javier Sobampo
The Sobampo Law Firm
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Alternatively, you may deliver the sealed materials in person at any of our office locations.
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Submission of your case to USCIS cannot proceed unless this document is received. To avoid processing errors, clearly write your full legal name on both the exterior of the envelope and on the enclosed packet so it can be properly identified and handled by our staff.
Please send the sealed envelope to:
Francisco Javier Sobampo
The Sobampo Law Firm
Address
Alternatively, you may deliver the sealed materials in person at any of our office locations.
For a complete list of offices, visit: Our Office Locations
Immigration Medical Form (I-693): Most USCIS-authorized physicians supply this document, but it is strongly recommended that you verify availability when scheduling your visit. If necessary, you may obtain a copy directly from USCIS prior to your appointment.
Official Photo Identification: Bring a valid, government-issued ID such as a passport, state ID, or driver’s license.
Proof of Immunizations: Be prepared to present documentation showing compliance with required vaccinations, including but not limited to COVID-19, MMR, and hepatitis vaccines.
Insurance Information (if applicable): If you plan to use health insurance, confirm in advance whether the provider accepts your plan, as coverage may be limited or excluded for portions of the exam.
Exam Fees: Medical examination costs generally fall within the $300–$600 range. Verify accepted payment methods and exact pricing with the medical office ahead of time.
Form I-693 is the paperwork USCIS uses to verify that a person meets the required health and vaccination standards for immigration eligibility in the United States.
The medical evaluation reviews your health history, performs a physical check-up, tests for contagious illnesses like tuberculosis, and verifies that required vaccinations are up to date.
The I-693 medical check must be carried out only by a USCIS-designated Civil Surgeon. Be sure to find one authorized in your region.
Generally, the medical check-up takes around one to two hours, though follow-up tests or additional appointments can extend the total time.
At the medical visit, the doctor will:
The price for the medical evaluation varies widely by Civil Surgeon and location, usually ranging from $300 to $600, depending on the exams and vaccinations needed.
There is no application fee charged by USCIS for submitting Form I-693.
After finishing the exam, applicants have the option to:
Send it by mail: Directions
Or deliver it in person at one of our offices: Office Locations
Yes, you will get a text alert when our main office receives your envelope. If you haven’t received confirmation within two weeks of sending it, please contact us at 0000000.
Once we have collected all necessary forms, including Form I-693, and verified that everything needed for submission is complete, your case will be officially sent to USCIS.