Immigration Medical Exam in Sonoma, CA

If you live in or around Sonoma and need a green card medical exam, this page is for you. We cover booking lead times, exam costs, the documents you need, and what happens on the day — specific to Sonoma and wider Sonoma County. Sonoma is a small town of about 10,739 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Napa or another nearby city — we list those below.

$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 Sonoma

The process is the same across California; here is how it plays out for Sonoma applicants, in five steps.

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.

What a green card medical exam costs near Sonoma

What you pay near Sonoma splits into two parts: a base exam fee, and per-item charges tied to your vaccination and testing history.

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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 Sonoma we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Sonoma 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 Sonoma?

Get listed in the USCISMD directory and reach green card applicants searching for an immigration physical in Sonoma and across Sonoma County. You control your profile, hours, languages and pricing.

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 Sonoma applicants use a directory like the California civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Sonoma tracks the wider California norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. Many providers serving Sonoma County speak Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Tagalog, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Applicants in Sonoma often travel a short distance to Vallejo for their exam.

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 Sonoma stays brief.

Form I-693 questions Sonoma applicants ask

Does health insurance cover the immigration medical exam?

Usually not for the exam itself — it is not considered medical treatment — but vaccine costs are sometimes covered. Ask your insurer and confirm what the office can bill.

Is a fully online immigration physical possible for Sonoma applicants?

Not fully — USCIS requires an in-person exam. Sonoma applicants can, however, start with a virtual pre-consult so the in-person visit is short and well-prepared.

Do I need to stop eating or taking medication beforehand?

There is nothing to prepare physically — no fasting, no stopping medications. Just arrive with your documents and medication list.

What should I budget for the exam in Sonoma?

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

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

Only physicians holding the USCIS civil surgeon designation may complete Form I-693. A regular Sonoma County family doctor, however good, cannot sign it without that designation.

Can I bring a translator to my appointment?

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