Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in Fort Lauderdale, FL

For Fort Lauderdale applicants, the medical exam is usually the quickest green card requirement to clear — if you arrive prepared. Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Broward County. With roughly 182,760 residents, Fort Lauderdale is served by multiple designated offices, so comparing providers is worth the few extra minutes.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (FL 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.

Inside the appointment: what Fort Lauderdale applicants experience

Five steps from booking your Fort Lauderdale appointment to receiving your sealed Form I-693.

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.

Typical exam pricing around Fort Lauderdale

Pricing near Fort Lauderdale follows the wider Florida pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests you still need. With more offices to choose from in Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Fort Lauderdale 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

Designated civil surgeons: get found in Fort Lauderdale

Get listed in the USCISMD directory and reach green card applicants searching for an immigration physical in Fort Lauderdale and across Broward County. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

The Broward County provider landscape

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Fort Lauderdale applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. Before booking anywhere in Broward County, verify the designation — the Florida civil surgeon directory is checked against USCIS records.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Fort Lauderdale usually fall within the Florida range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Many providers serving Broward County speak Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese and Russian, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Fort Lauderdale applicants benefit from a wide choice of providers, which keeps scheduling flexible and pricing honest.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Fort Lauderdale 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.

Frequently asked in Fort Lauderdale

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 Broward County family doctor, however good, cannot sign it without that designation.

Does a follow-up finding delay my form?

The civil surgeon documents any required follow-up on Form I-693 and walks you through next steps. The form is only finalized once requirements are met.

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.

Should I fast or prepare physically before the exam?

You can eat, drink, and take medications as usual. The only preparation that matters is having your documents and records ready.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Fort Lauderdale?

The base fee typically runs $200 to $500 around Fort Lauderdale, plus $0 to $300 or more for vaccines, TB testing and record retrieval depending on your immunization history.

Will insurance pay for any part of this?

Most health plans treat the immigration exam as a non-covered service, though some cover the vaccines involved. Check with both the office and your insurer before the visit.