Form I-693 Medical Exam in Redwood City, CA

Applying for a green card from Redwood City, California? On this page: the five-step exam process, San Mateo County pricing, a document checklist, and local FAQs. With about 84,292 residents, Redwood City sits comfortably between big-city choice and small-town convenience — a few local options plus more in nearby Atherton.

$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 Redwood City

Whether you book in Redwood City or nearby Atherton, 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 Redwood City?

What you pay near Redwood City 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 Redwood City we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Redwood City 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 Redwood City

Applicants in Redwood City and wider San Mateo County search this directory looking for designated civil surgeons. You control your profile, hours, languages and pricing.

How to find a USCIS civil surgeon for your immigration physical in Redwood City

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Redwood City applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. This page and the wider California civil surgeon directory help Redwood City applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Redwood City usually fall within the California range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Many providers serving San Mateo County speak Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Tagalog, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Redwood City applicants can usually choose between local offices and providers in nearby Atherton.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Redwood City 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.

Frequently asked in Redwood City

Which vaccines are required for the immigration physical?

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.

How long do I have to submit the sealed form?

Validity rules have changed over time — the form is valid for a defined period from the civil surgeon’s signature. Check the current USCIS policy for your filing category before submitting.

What does the TB screening involve?

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.

Is non-English support available around Redwood City?

Beyond English, offices serving Redwood City frequently offer Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.

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.

Can we book the exam as a family?

Each applicant requires a separate exam and sealed form regardless of age. Booking the family in one visit is usually possible and saves trips.