Form I-693 Medical Exam in Garrett, IN

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Garrett applicants have several ways to get it done. Everything below is practical: costs in the Northeast Indiana area, documents, booking windows, and what actually happens at the appointment. Garrett is a small community of about 6,542 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Auburn or another nearby city — we list those below.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (IN typical)

30-60 min

Typical exam length

Booking lead time

1-2 weeks

Common languages:

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.

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.

Your exam near Garrett, step by step

Whether you book in Garrett or nearby Auburn, these five steps are the whole journey.

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.

Typical exam pricing around Garrett

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across DeKalb County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need. Prices in nearby Fort Wayne are usually in the same band, so travel need not mean paying more.

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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 Garrett we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Garrett 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 Garrett?

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

Verified civil surgeons serving Garrett

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

Compare price and language

Around Garrett, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Many providers serving DeKalb County speak Spanish, Burmese and Arabic, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. For many Garrett residents the closest designated office is in Fort Wayne — 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 Garrett stays brief.

Your Garrett immigration physical questions, answered

Can I complete my exam in my own language near Garrett?

Language support around DeKalb County commonly includes Spanish, Burmese, Arabic. Ask when booking whether the office has staff who speak your language.

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.

I lost my shot records — can I still do the exam?

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.

Can I just walk in to an office near Garrett?

Policies vary by practice. Some offices accept limited walk-ins, but scheduling ahead is recommended, especially during peak filing seasons.

How much time does the appointment itself take?

Most exams take 30 to 60 minutes. It can run longer if you need catch-up vaccines, a TB blood draw, or extra review of your medical history.

Which vaccines are required for the immigration physical?

There is no single list for everyone — the civil surgeon applies CDC age-based requirements to your documented history. Bring whatever records you have and the gap gets identified at the visit.