Form I-693 Medical Exam in Buena Park, CA

If you live in or around Buena Park and need a green card medical exam, this page is for you. Everything below is practical: costs in the Orange County area, documents, booking windows, and what actually happens at the appointment.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (CA 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.

From booking to sealed form: the Buena Park process

Five steps from booking your Buena Park 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.

What a green card medical exam costs near Buena Park

What you pay near Buena Park splits into two parts: a base exam fee, and per-item charges tied to your vaccination and testing history.

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 Buena Park we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Buena 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 Buena Park

Get listed in the USCISMD directory and reach green card applicants searching for an immigration physical in Buena Park and across Orange County. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

How to find a USCIS civil surgeon for your immigration physical in Buena Park

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in California. That rules out most Orange County family practices, which is why Buena Park applicants use a directory like the California civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Buena Park usually fall within the California range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Many providers serving Orange County speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean and Farsi, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Buena Park applicants can usually choose between local offices and providers in nearby La Palma.

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 Buena Park stays brief.

Frequently asked in Buena Park

How much time does the appointment itself take?

The appointment itself usually runs half an hour to an hour — longer only if vaccines or additional testing are needed on the day.

Does the doctor send my form to USCIS?

You submit it yourself: include the unopened envelope with your USCIS filing, or bring it to your interview if instructed. The civil surgeon does not mail it for you.

Can we book the exam as a family?

Each applicant requires a separate exam and sealed form regardless of age. Booking the family in one visit is usually possible and saves trips.

What does the green card medical exam cost near Buena Park?

The base fee typically runs $200 to $500 around Buena Park, plus $0 to $300 or more for vaccines, TB testing and record retrieval depending on your immunization history.

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

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

Does a sealed Form I-693 expire?

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.