Immigration Physical in Sunnyvale, CA

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Sunnyvale applicants have several ways to get it done. We cover booking lead times, exam costs, the documents you need, and what happens on the day — specific to Sunnyvale and wider Santa Clara County. A large city of around 155,805, Sunnyvale 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:

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.

How the immigration physical works in Sunnyvale

The process is the same across California; here is how it plays out for Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale applicants pay for the exam

The exam itself is predictably priced around Sunnyvale; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge. With more offices to choose from in Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale?

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

Getting matched with a civil surgeon near Sunnyvale

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. A regular family doctor in Santa Clara County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the California civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Sunnyvale usually fall within the California range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Santa Clara County frequently offer Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Tagalog. With many designated offices across Sunnyvale, comparing two or three quotes is easy and often pays off.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

A virtual pre-consult lets Sunnyvale applicants review documents and vaccination records online before the required in-person exam — useful if your nearest office is in Mountain View or beyond.

Common questions from Sunnyvale applicants

Will I need a blood test for TB?

Expect a blood test for TB as part of the exam. Most results are clear; a positive simply triggers a follow-up step like a chest X-ray before sealing.

Can I do a virtual green card medical exam in Sunnyvale?

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.

Do my kids need their own immigration physical?

Every applicant, including children, needs their own Form I-693. Most offices can schedule family members back to back — mention it when booking.

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

Appointment policies differ office to office. Calling ahead is always the safer move — peak seasons can book out days in advance.

What if I need language support at the exam?

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

Can my family doctor do my immigration physical?

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.