Immigration Medical Exam in Santa Rosa, CA

Booking an immigration medical exam near Santa Rosa? Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Sonoma County. A major city of around 178,127, Santa Rosa gives applicants genuine choice between offices.

$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 Santa Rosa

Whether you book in Santa Rosa or nearby Sebastopol, 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 Santa Rosa?

What you pay near Santa Rosa splits into two parts: a base exam fee, and per-item charges tied to your vaccination and testing history. Competition between Santa Rosa providers means the low end of the range is genuinely available if you shop around.

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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 Santa Rosa we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa?

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

The Sonoma County provider landscape

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 Sonoma County family practices, which is why Santa Rosa applicants use a directory like the California civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Santa Rosa tracks the wider California norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. Language support across Sonoma County commonly includes Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Tagalog. As a major city, Santa Rosa has multiple civil surgeon offices competing on price and availability.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Santa Rosa 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.

Form I-693 questions Santa Rosa applicants ask

Is an interpreter allowed at the appointment?

You may bring a translator, and it is worth asking about in-house language support: several practices serving Sonoma County have multilingual teams.

Do I need to stop eating or taking medication beforehand?

No fasting is required. Eat and drink normally, take your regular medications, and bring a list of them to the appointment.

Can children or my whole family be examined together?

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

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.

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

Policies vary by practice. Some offices accept limited walk-ins, but scheduling ahead is recommended, especially during peak filing seasons.

Is non-English support available around Santa Rosa?

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