Civil Surgeon Exam in Truckee, CA

Getting ready for an immigration physical in Truckee, California? We cover booking lead times, exam costs, the documents you need, and what happens on the day — specific to Truckee and wider Nevada County. For a quiet community like Truckee (population about 16,729), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Roseville.

$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 Truckee

Whether you book in Truckee or nearby South Lake Tahoe, 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.

What a green card medical exam costs near Truckee

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Nevada County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need. Prices in nearby Roseville are usually in the same band, so travel need not mean paying more.

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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 Truckee we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Truckee 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

Serve green card applicants in Truckee?

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Verified civil surgeons serving Truckee

Not every doctor can sign Form I-693: USCIS grants the civil surgeon designation individually, and it is the first thing to verify. A regular family doctor in Nevada County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the California civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Around Truckee, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Nevada County frequently offer Spanish, Russian, Punjabi and Hmong. Applicants in Truckee often travel a short distance to Roseville for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

You can shorten the in-person visit by starting with a virtual pre-consult: your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork get checked online, and you arrive prepared.

Frequently asked in Truckee

Can children or my whole family be examined together?

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

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

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

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 Nevada County have multilingual teams.

What should I budget for the exam in Truckee?

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

Are same-day walk-ins possible?

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

How much time does the appointment itself take?

Plan for 30–60 minutes in the office. Catch-up vaccines or a TB blood draw can extend the visit somewhat.