Form I-693 Medical Exam in Nederland, TX

Applying for a green card from Nederland, Texas? Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the East Texas area, required documents, and answers to the questions Nederland applicants ask most. With around 18,856 residents, Nederland itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Port Neches and beyond.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (TX typical)

30-60 min

Typical exam length

Booking lead time

1-2 weeks

Common languages:

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Virtual immigration physical pre-consult

Not near a civil surgeon yet, or want to prepare before your appointment? Start online with Dapinder Kaur, FNP. Your virtual pre-consult walks you through the Form I-693 process, reviews your documents and vaccination records, and gets you ready — in English, Hindi, or Punjabi — so your in-person visit to seal the form is quick and stress-free.

A civil surgeon must still examine you in person and physically sign Form I-693. The virtual pre-consult prepares you; it does not replace the required exam.

Book online

Pick a time that suits you, from anywhere in California.

Document review

We check your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork.

Get matched

We point you to a civil surgeon to seal your Form I-693.

What happens during your immigration physical near Nederland

Five steps from booking your Nederland appointment to receiving your sealed Form I-693.

Book your visit

Schedule with a civil surgeon, or start with a virtual pre-consult if you want to prepare first.

Bring your documents

Photo ID, vaccination records, and any prior medical history related to required tests.

Physical exam

A general physical check, review of medical history, and a TB screening.

Vaccine review

The civil surgeon checks your immunization history and administers any missing required vaccines.

Receive Form I-693

Your civil surgeon seals the completed form. Do not open it — submit it sealed with your application.

What to bring to your appointment

Bringing the right documents is the difference between finishing in one visit and coming back a second time.

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Government photo ID

A passport, driver license or state ID.

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Prior medical records

Relevant history, especially for TB or chronic conditions.

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Payment method

Confirm what the practice accepts when you book.

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Vaccination records

Any immunization history you already have.

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Your USCIS notices

Any Form I-693 pages or case details you were given.

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Glasses or hearing aids

Bring anything you use day to day.

Exam costs in Jefferson County

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Jefferson County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need. Factor in a short trip if your chosen office is in Beaumont rather than Nederland itself.

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TYPICAL COST

Civil surgeon exam fee

$337 – $437

TB (tuberculosis) blood test

$50 – $150

Missing vaccines, per dose

$30 – $120

Vaccination record retrieval, if needed

$0 – $50

Reissued sealed Form I-693, if lost

Varies by practice

Most applicants pay $337–$437 for the base exam plus $0–$300+ in vaccines and testing depending on their immunization history. Confirm exact pricing with the practice before booking.

Areas of Nederland we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Nederland and these neighborhoods.

NEIGHBORHOODS

Appointment availability & timing

What to expect for booking and getting your results.

1–2 weeks

Typical booking lead time

Availability tightens in spring and early fall when filing volume rises nationally. Book as soon as your application is ready.

Same day

When your form is usually sealed

If no follow-up vaccines or lab work are needed, most civil surgeons complete and seal Form I-693 the same visit.

1–2 visits

If catch-up vaccines are needed

A second, shorter visit may be required to complete a vaccine series or review follow-up lab results.

FOR PHYSICIANS

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Who can do your immigration physical in Nederland?

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in Texas. This page and the wider Texas civil surgeon directory help Nederland applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Nederland usually fall within the Texas range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Language support across Jefferson County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese and Tagalog. For many Nederland residents the closest designated office is in Beaumont — a short trip that rarely adds more than a day to the process.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

A virtual pre-consult lets Nederland applicants review documents and vaccination records online before the required in-person exam — useful if your nearest office is in Port Neches or beyond.

Frequently asked in Nederland

What happens if something on the exam needs follow up?

The civil surgeon documents any required follow-up on Form I-693 and walks you through next steps. The form is only finalized once requirements are met.

Can my family doctor do my immigration physical?

A civil surgeon is a doctor specifically designated by USCIS to perform immigration medical exams and complete Form I-693. Your regular doctor cannot sign this form unless they hold that same designation.

Do my kids need their own immigration physical?

Yes, each family member applying needs an individual exam and form. Offices commonly book families together in one block, so ask for consecutive slots.

Can I do a virtual green card medical exam in Nederland?

Not fully — USCIS requires an in-person exam. Nederland applicants can, however, start with a virtual pre-consult so the in-person visit is short and well-prepared.

What do I do with the sealed envelope?

You submit it yourself: include the unopened envelope with your USCIS filing, or bring it to your interview if instructed. The civil surgeon does not mail it for you.

How long is Form I-693 valid once completed?

USCIS generally treats a properly completed and sealed Form I-693 as valid for a set period from the date the designated civil surgeon signs it. Confirm current USCIS guidance for your specific filing.