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Civil Surgeon Exam in Fairview, TX

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Fairview applicants have several ways to get it done. Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Collin County. Fairview is a close-knit community of about 10,372 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Murphy or another nearby city — we list those below.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (TX typical)

30-60 min

Typical exam length

Booking lead time

1-2 weeks

NEW

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.

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Book online

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

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Document review

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

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Get matched

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

How the immigration physical works in Fairview

Five steps from booking your Fairview appointment to receiving your sealed Form I-693.
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Book your visit

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

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

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

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

What a green card medical exam costs near Fairview

Pricing near Fairview follows the wider Texas pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests you still need.
ITEM
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 Fairview we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Fairview and these 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

Designated civil surgeons: get found in Fairview

Join the USCISMD directory and be found by applicants booking immigration physicals around Fairview. You control your profile, hours, languages and pricing.

Finding the right civil surgeon near Fairview

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. That rules out most Collin County family practices, which is why Fairview applicants use a directory like the Texas civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Around Fairview, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Collin County frequently offer Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean and Urdu. For many Fairview residents the closest designated office is in McKinney — a short trip that rarely adds more than a day to the process.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

The virtual pre-consult works well for busy schedules: document review happens online at your convenience, and the in-person portion near Fairview stays brief.

Form I-693 questions Fairview applicants ask

The sealed envelope goes to USCIS with your application, or to your interview if USCIS asks you to bring it. Follow the filing instructions for your specific case — and never open it.
A sealed Form I-693 is valid for a set window from the signing date under current USCIS policy. Because these rules get updated, verify the latest guidance for your case.
USCIS follows age-based vaccine requirements set by CDC guidance. The exact list depends on your age and documented history — the civil surgeon determines what applies and can administer missing doses.
Beyond English, offices serving Fairview frequently offer Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Urdu. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.
The civil surgeon can order titers — blood tests that check your immunity — or give the required vaccines again if records cannot be found. Mention this when booking so the office can allow extra time.
Budget $200 to $500 for the base exam near Fairview. Your final total depends mostly on which vaccines and tests you still need — that can add $300 or more.