Immigration Physical Near Emeryville, CA

Booking an immigration medical exam near Emeryville? This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Alameda County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. With around 12,905 residents, Emeryville itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Piedmont and beyond.

$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.

How the immigration physical works in Emeryville

From first call to sealed envelope — here is the five-step path Emeryville 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 Emeryville?

Pricing near Emeryville follows the wider California pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests you still need.

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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 Emeryville we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Emeryville 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 Emeryville

Get listed in the USCISMD directory and reach green card applicants searching for an immigration physical in Emeryville and across Alameda County. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

Start here: civil surgeons for Emeryville applicants

Not every doctor can sign Form I-693: USCIS grants the civil surgeon designation individually, and it is the first thing to verify. A regular family doctor in Alameda County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the California civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Base fees near Emeryville generally sit in the $200–$500 band typical for California; vaccines, titers, and TB testing add to that. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Alameda County frequently offer Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Tagalog. With fewer providers based directly in Emeryville, most applicants use offices in Berkeley or elsewhere in Alameda County.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

A virtual pre-consult lets Emeryville applicants review documents and vaccination records online before the required in-person exam — useful if your nearest office is in Piedmont or beyond.

Frequently asked in Emeryville

Do I need an appointment, or are walk-ins accepted?

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

Should I fast or prepare physically before the exam?

No fasting is required. Eat and drink normally, take your regular medications, and bring a list of them to the appointment.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Emeryville?

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

What if I do not have my vaccination records?

Missing records are common. The doctor can run titer tests to prove immunity or simply re-administer required vaccines. Flag it when you book so extra time is set aside.

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

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

How is the required vaccine list decided?

Requirements vary by age under CDC-based rules; common ones include MMR, Tdap, and flu in season. Your civil surgeon reviews your records and identifies exactly what you still need.