USCIS Immigration Physical in Highland Park, TX

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Highland Park applicants have several ways to get it done. Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, required documents, and answers to the questions Highland Park applicants ask most. For a small community like Highland Park (population about 8,864), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Dallas.

$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.

From booking to sealed form: the Highland Park process

From first call to sealed envelope — here is the five-step path Highland Park applicants follow.

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.

Immigration physical costs in Highland Park

The exam itself is predictably priced around Highland Park; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge. Factor in a short trip if your chosen office is in Dallas rather than Highland Park 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 Highland Park we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Highland Park 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

Designated civil surgeons: get found in Highland Park

Reach the green card applicants already searching for civil surgeons near Highland Park. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

Choosing a civil surgeon in Dallas County

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 Highland Park applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Around Highland Park, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Language support across Dallas County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean and Urdu. Applicants in Highland Park often travel a short distance to Dallas for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Highland Park is a drive away, begin with a virtual pre-consult to get your documents in order first, then visit in person only to complete and seal the form.

Before you book in Highland Park: quick answers

Why can't any doctor sign Form I-693?

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.

Can I just walk in to an office near Highland Park?

A few offices around Highland Park take walk-ins, but most work by appointment. Booking ahead avoids wasted trips, especially in busy filing periods.

Does a follow-up finding delay my form?

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.

Does health insurance cover the immigration medical exam?

Usually not for the exam itself — it is not considered medical treatment — but vaccine costs are sometimes covered. Ask your insurer and confirm what the office can bill.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Highland Park?

Budget $200 to $500 for the base exam near Highland Park. Your final total depends mostly on which vaccines and tests you still need — that can add $300 or more.

Can children or my whole family be examined together?

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