Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in San Diego, CA

Getting ready for an immigration physical in San Diego, California? We cover booking lead times, exam costs, the documents you need, and what happens on the day — specific to San Diego and wider San Diego County. As a city of about 1,386,932 people, San Diego 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:

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.

Five steps to a sealed Form I-693 in San Diego

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

✓

Government photo ID

A passport, driver license or state ID.

✓

Prior medical records

Relevant history, especially for TB or chronic conditions.

✓

Payment method

Confirm what the practice accepts when you book.

✓

Vaccination records

Any immunization history you already have.

✓

Your USCIS notices

Any Form I-693 pages or case details you were given.

✓

Glasses or hearing aids

Bring anything you use day to day.

Typical exam pricing around San Diego

Across San Diego 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 San Diego, quotes can differ noticeably — it is worth calling two or three.

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 San Diego we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across San Diego 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 San Diego?

Applicants in San Diego and wider San Diego County search this directory looking for designated civil surgeons. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

Where San Diego applicants book their exam

Not every doctor can sign Form I-693: USCIS grants the civil surgeon designation individually, and it is the first thing to verify. That rules out most San Diego County family practices, which is why San Diego applicants use a directory like the California civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Base fees near San Diego generally sit in the $200–$500 band typical for California; vaccines, titers, and TB testing add to that. Language support across San Diego County commonly includes Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese and Arabic. With many designated offices across San Diego, comparing two or three quotes is easy and often pays off.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

The virtual pre-consult works well for busy schedules: document review happens online at your convenience, and the in-person portion near San Diego stays brief.

Form I-693 questions San Diego applicants ask

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

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

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.

Is a fully online immigration physical possible for San Diego applicants?

No exam can be completed entirely online. The virtual pre-consult handles document review and preparation; the physical exam and sealed signature must happen in person.

Can my family doctor do my immigration physical?

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

What does the green card medical exam cost near San Diego?

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

Can we book the exam as a family?

Yes, each family member applying needs an individual exam and form. Offices commonly book families together in one block, so ask for consecutive slots.