Your Immigration Physical in Sacramento, CA

If you live in or around Sacramento and need a green card medical exam, this page is for you. Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Sacramento County. As a city of about 524,943 people, Sacramento has several civil surgeon options — availability is rarely a problem.

$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.

Five steps to a sealed Form I-693 in Sacramento

From first call to sealed envelope — here is the five-step path Sacramento 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.

Immigration physical costs in Sacramento

Across Sacramento County the base fee moves within a narrow band — your vaccination history is what really drives the final total. With more offices to choose from in Sacramento, quotes can differ noticeably — it is worth calling two or three.

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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 Sacramento we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

Join the USCISMD directory and be found by applicants booking immigration physicals around Sacramento. You control your profile, hours, languages and pricing.

Your civil surgeon options in and around Sacramento

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Sacramento applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. That rules out most Sacramento County family practices, which is why Sacramento applicants use a directory like the California civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Around Sacramento, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Many providers serving Sacramento County speak Spanish, Russian, Punjabi and Hmong, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Sacramento applicants benefit from a wide choice of providers, which keeps scheduling flexible and pricing honest.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Sacramento 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.

Sacramento applicants ask: Form I-693 FAQ

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.

What happens if something on the exam needs follow up?

The civil surgeon documents any required follow-up on Form I-693 and walks you through next steps. The form is only finalized once requirements are met.

What if I do not have my vaccination records?

The civil surgeon can order titers — blood tests that check your immunity — or give the required vaccines again if records cannot be found. Mention this when booking so the office can allow extra time.

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 Sacramento County already offer multilingual support.

What shots do I need for Form I-693?

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.

Can I complete my exam in my own language near Sacramento?

Beyond English, offices serving Sacramento frequently offer Spanish, Russian, Punjabi, Hmong. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.