Your Immigration Physical in New York City, NY

Getting ready for an immigration physical in New York City, New York? This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in New York County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. With roughly 8,804,190 residents, New York City is served by multiple designated offices, so comparing providers is worth the few extra minutes.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (NY 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.

How the immigration physical works in New York City

Five steps from booking your New York City 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.

Pricing guide for New York City applicants

Across New York County the base fee moves within a narrow band — your vaccination history is what really drives the final total. Competition between New York City providers means the low end of the range is genuinely available if you shop around.

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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 New York City we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across New York City 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

Serve green card applicants in New York City?

Applicants in New York City and wider New York County search this directory looking for designated civil surgeons. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

Your civil surgeon options in and around New York City

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in New York. A regular family doctor in New York County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the New York civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around New York City usually fall within the New York range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Many providers serving New York County speak Spanish, Chinese, Russian and Bengali, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. New York City applicants benefit from a wide choice of providers, which keeps scheduling flexible and pricing honest.

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 New York City stays brief.

Form I-693 questions New York City applicants ask

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.

What if I need language support at the exam?

You may bring a translator, and it is worth asking about in-house language support: several practices serving New York County have multilingual teams.

Is non-English support available around New York City?

Beyond English, offices serving New York City frequently offer Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Bengali. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.

Is any physical preparation needed before the appointment?

No fasting is required. Eat and drink normally, take your regular medications, and bring a list of them to the appointment.

Can my family doctor do my immigration physical?

Only physicians holding the USCIS civil surgeon designation may complete Form I-693. A regular New York County family doctor, however good, cannot sign it without that designation.

What does the green card medical exam cost near New York City?

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