USCIS Immigration Physical in Hermosa Beach, CA

For Hermosa Beach applicants, the medical exam is usually the quickest green card requirement to clear — if you arrive prepared. On this page: the five-step exam process, Los Angeles County pricing, a document checklist, and local FAQs. Hermosa Beach is a small town of about 19,728 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Manhattan Beach 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.

From booking to sealed form: the Hermosa Beach process

Whether you book in Hermosa Beach or nearby Manhattan Beach, these five steps are the whole journey.

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 Hermosa Beach?

Pricing near Hermosa Beach follows the wider California pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests you still need. Prices in nearby Torrance are usually in the same band, so travel need not mean paying more.

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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 Hermosa Beach we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Hermosa Beach 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 Hermosa Beach?

Join the USCISMD directory and be found by applicants booking immigration physicals around Hermosa Beach. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

Your civil surgeon options in and around Hermosa Beach

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

Compare price and language

Around Hermosa Beach, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Language support across Los Angeles County commonly includes Spanish, Korean, Armenian and Tagalog. With fewer providers based directly in Hermosa Beach, most applicants use offices in Torrance or elsewhere in Los Angeles County.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Hermosa Beach 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.

Common questions from Hermosa Beach applicants

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.

I lost my shot records — can I still do the exam?

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.

What languages do USCIS civil surgeons near Hermosa Beach speak?

Beyond English, offices serving Hermosa Beach frequently offer Spanish, Korean, Armenian, Tagalog. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.

Can I bring a translator to my appointment?

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

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

A civil surgeon is a doctor specifically designated by USCIS to perform immigration medical exams and complete Form I-693. Your regular doctor cannot sign this form unless they hold that same designation.

How long do I have to submit the sealed form?

USCIS generally treats a properly completed and sealed Form I-693 as valid for a set period from the date the designated civil surgeon signs it. Confirm current USCIS guidance for your specific filing.