Immigration Physical in Commerce, CA

Getting ready for an immigration physical in Commerce, California? Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the Los Angeles area, required documents, and answers to the questions Commerce applicants ask most. Commerce is a close-knit community of about 12,378 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Cudahy or another nearby city — we list those below.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (CA 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.

The Form I-693 process for Commerce applicants

The process is the same across California; here is how it plays out for Commerce applicants, in five steps.

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 Commerce?

The exam itself is predictably priced around Commerce; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge. Factor in a short trip if your chosen office is in Cudahy rather than Commerce itself.

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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 Commerce we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Commerce 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

Practicing as a civil surgeon near Commerce?

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

Verified civil surgeons serving Commerce

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. A regular family doctor in Los Angeles County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the California civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Commerce usually fall within the California range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Los Angeles County frequently offer Spanish, Korean, Armenian and Tagalog. Because Commerce is a small community, many applicants book with a civil surgeon in nearby Cudahy or Palos Verdes Estates.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Commerce 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.

Immigration Physical FAQ for Commerce

Is a fully online immigration physical possible for Commerce applicants?

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

Do I need to stop eating or taking medication beforehand?

There is nothing to prepare physically — no fasting, no stopping medications. Just arrive with your documents and medication list.

Does a follow-up finding delay my form?

If further testing or treatment is needed — for example a TB follow up — the USCIS civil surgeon notes it on Form I-693 and explains the next steps before the form is finalized.

Can I bring a translator to my appointment?

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

Can I use my insurance for the exam?

Most health plans treat the immigration exam as a non-covered service, though some cover the vaccines involved. Check with both the office and your insurer before the visit.

Why can't any doctor sign Form I-693?

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