Form I-693 Medical Exam in Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Your Form I-693 medical exam is one of the few green card steps that must happen in person — here is how it works in Sunny Isles Beach. On this page: the five-step exam process, Miami-Dade County pricing, a document checklist, and local FAQs. Sunny Isles Beach is a compact city of about 22,342 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Miami Gardens or another nearby city — we list those below.

$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.

What happens during your immigration physical near Sunny Isles Beach

Five steps from booking your Sunny Isles Beach 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.

Exam costs in Miami-Dade County

The exam itself is predictably priced around Sunny Isles Beach; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge.

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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 Sunny Isles Beach we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Sunny Isles 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 Sunny Isles Beach?

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

Who can do your immigration physical in Sunny Isles Beach?

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in Florida. That rules out most Miami-Dade County family practices, which is why Sunny Isles Beach applicants use a directory like the Florida civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Around Sunny Isles Beach, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Language support across Miami-Dade County commonly includes Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese and Russian. Applicants in Sunny Isles Beach often travel a short distance to Miami Gardens for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Sunny Isles 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.

Form I-693 questions Sunny Isles Beach applicants ask

Will insurance pay for any part of this?

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.

Where do I send the sealed Form I-693?

The sealed envelope goes to USCIS with your application, or to your interview if USCIS asks you to bring it. Follow the filing instructions for your specific case — and never open it.

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.

What should I budget for the exam in Sunny Isles Beach?

Budget $200 to $500 for the base exam near Sunny Isles Beach. Your final total depends mostly on which vaccines and tests you still need — that can add $300 or more.

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.

What if I do not have my vaccination records?

The civil surgeon can order titers — blood tests that check your immunity — or give the required vaccines again if records cannot be found. Mention this when booking so the office can allow extra time.