Civil Surgeon Exam in Monterey, CA

Getting ready for an immigration physical in Monterey, California? This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Monterey County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. With around 30,218 residents, Monterey itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Pacific Grove and beyond.

$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 Monterey applicants experience

Five steps from booking your Monterey 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.

Pricing guide for Monterey applicants

What you pay near Monterey 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 Monterey we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Monterey 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 Monterey?

Reach the green card applicants already searching for civil surgeons near Monterey. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

The Monterey County provider landscape

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Monterey applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. Before booking anywhere in Monterey County, verify the designation — the California civil surgeon directory is checked against USCIS records.

Compare price and language

Base fees near Monterey generally sit in the $200–$500 band typical for California; vaccines, titers, and TB testing add to that. Language support across Monterey County commonly includes Spanish, Mixteco and Tagalog. Applicants in Monterey often travel a short distance to Salinas for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

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

Frequently asked in Monterey

What does the TB screening involve?

Expect a blood test for TB as part of the exam. Most results are clear; a positive simply triggers a follow-up step like a chest X-ray before sealing.

Is an interpreter allowed at the appointment?

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

Where do I send the sealed Form I-693?

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.

What does the green card medical exam cost near Monterey?

Around Monterey, the exam itself usually costs $200–$500. Vaccines, titers, and TB testing are billed on top, so incomplete records raise the total.

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

A few offices around Monterey take walk-ins, but most work by appointment. Booking ahead avoids wasted trips, especially in busy filing periods.

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

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.