Immigration Physical in Clearlake, CA

If you live in or around Clearlake and need a green card medical exam, this page is for you. This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Lake County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. For a small community like Clearlake (population about 16,685), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Santa Rosa.

$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.

Inside the appointment: what Clearlake applicants experience

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

Pricing guide for Clearlake applicants

Across Lake County the base fee moves within a narrow band — your vaccination history is what really drives the final total.

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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 Clearlake we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Clearlake 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

Are you a USCIS civil surgeon in Clearlake?

Join the USCISMD directory and be found by applicants booking immigration physicals around Clearlake. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

Choosing a civil surgeon in Lake County

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. This page and the wider California civil surgeon directory help Clearlake applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Base fees near Clearlake generally sit in the $200–$500 band typical for California; vaccines, titers, and TB testing add to that. Many providers serving Lake County speak Spanish, Hmong and Tagalog, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Because Clearlake is a quiet community, many applicants book with a civil surgeon in nearby Santa Rosa or Cloverdale.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

You can shorten the in-person visit by starting with a virtual pre-consult: your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork get checked online, and you arrive prepared.

Before you book in Clearlake: quick answers

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Clearlake?

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

What does the TB screening involve?

TB screening is usually a simple blood draw (an IGRA test). If it comes back positive, the civil surgeon orders follow-up such as a chest X-ray before finalizing your form.

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 is the difference between a USCIS designated civil surgeon and my regular doctor?

USCIS designates specific physicians as civil surgeons for immigration exams. Form I-693 signed by anyone else is invalid — check the designation before booking.

Can any part of the exam happen online?

Not fully — USCIS requires an in-person exam. Clearlake applicants can, however, start with a virtual pre-consult so the in-person visit is short and well-prepared.

What if I need language support at the exam?

Bringing your own translator is fine. Many offices around Lake County also have multilingual staff — ask when booking.