Civil Surgeon Exam in Cleveland, OH

Your Form I-693 medical exam is one of the few green card steps that must happen in person — here is how it works in Cleveland. This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Cuyahoga County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. With roughly 372,624 residents, Cleveland is served by multiple designated offices, so comparing providers is worth the few extra minutes.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (OH 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.

Your exam near Cleveland, step by step

From first call to sealed envelope — here is the five-step path Cleveland 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.

How much is the exam near Cleveland?

The exam itself is predictably priced around Cleveland; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge. With more offices to choose from in Cleveland, quotes can differ noticeably — it is worth calling two or three.

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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 Cleveland we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Cleveland 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 Cleveland

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

How Cleveland applicants find a designated civil surgeon

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Cleveland applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. That rules out most Cuyahoga County family practices, which is why Cleveland applicants use a directory like the Ohio civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Cleveland usually fall within the Ohio range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Language support across Cuyahoga County commonly includes Spanish, Arabic, Nepali and Ukrainian. Provider density is on your side in Cleveland: quotes vary more here than in smaller markets, so compare before booking.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Cleveland 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.

Form I-693 questions Cleveland applicants ask

Where do I send the sealed Form I-693?

Keep the envelope sealed and submit it according to your case instructions — with the application package or at the interview. An opened envelope is rejected.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Cleveland?

Around Cleveland, the exam itself usually costs $200–$500. Vaccines, titers, and TB testing are billed on top, so incomplete records raise the total.

Can I just walk in to an office near Cleveland?

Appointment policies differ office to office. Calling ahead is always the safer move — peak seasons can book out days in advance.

How is tuberculosis tested during the exam?

Applicants generally take an IGRA blood test for tuberculosis. A positive result leads to follow-up, typically a chest X-ray, before the form can be completed.

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.

What if I need language support at the exam?

Yes. You can bring your own translator, or ask whether the office has staff who speak your language, since many practices serving Cuyahoga County already offer multilingual support.