Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in Neptune Beach, FL

Booking an immigration medical exam near Neptune Beach? On this page: the five-step exam process, Duval County pricing, a document checklist, and local FAQs. For a quiet community like Neptune Beach (population about 7,217), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Jacksonville.

$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.

How the immigration physical works in Neptune Beach

From first call to sealed envelope — here is the five-step path Neptune Beach applicants follow.

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 Neptune Beach

Pricing near Neptune Beach follows the wider Florida pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests you still need. Factor in a short trip if your chosen office is in Jacksonville rather than Neptune Beach itself.

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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 Neptune Beach we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Neptune Beach 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 Neptune Beach?

Applicants in Neptune Beach and wider Duval County search this directory looking for designated civil surgeons. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

How Neptune Beach applicants find a designated civil surgeon

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in Florida. Before booking anywhere in Duval County, verify the designation — the Florida civil surgeon directory is checked against USCIS records.

Compare price and language

Base fees near Neptune Beach generally sit in the $200–$500 band typical for Florida; vaccines, titers, and TB testing add to that. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Duval County frequently offer Spanish, Tagalog and Arabic. Because Neptune Beach is a quiet community, many applicants book with a civil surgeon in nearby Jacksonville or Jacksonville Beach.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Neptune Beach 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.

Common questions from Neptune Beach applicants

Will I need a blood test for TB?

Applicants generally take an IGRA blood test for tuberculosis. A positive result leads to follow-up, typically a chest X-ray, before the form can be completed.

Can I just walk in to an office near Neptune Beach?

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

Will insurance pay for any part of this?

Coverage is the exception, not the rule, for the exam fee. Vaccines are occasionally billable to insurance, so it is worth a call to your plan before paying out of pocket.

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 Duval County have multilingual teams.

Why can't any doctor sign Form I-693?

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

How long does the immigration physical take near Neptune Beach?

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