Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in Statesboro, GA

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Statesboro applicants have several ways to get it done. Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Bulloch County. For a compact city like Statesboro (population about 33,438), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Savannah.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (GA 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.

Your exam near Statesboro, step by step

Five steps from booking your Statesboro 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.

Pricing guide for Statesboro applicants

Pricing near Statesboro follows the wider Georgia pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests you still need.

ITEM

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 Statesboro we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Statesboro 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

Are you a USCIS civil surgeon in Statesboro?

Reach the green card applicants already searching for civil surgeons near Statesboro. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

Start here: civil surgeons for Statesboro applicants

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. That rules out most Bulloch County family practices, which is why Statesboro applicants use a directory like the Georgia civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Around Statesboro, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Language support across Bulloch County commonly includes Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese. For many Statesboro residents the closest designated office is in Savannah — a short trip that rarely adds more than a day to the process.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

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

Frequently asked in Statesboro

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

USCIS designates specific physicians as civil surgeons for immigration exams. Form I-693 signed by anyone else is invalid — check the designation before booking.

What shots do I need for Form I-693?

USCIS follows age-based vaccine requirements set by CDC guidance. The exact list depends on your age and documented history — the civil surgeon determines what applies and can administer missing doses.

What if the exam finds something that needs more testing?

If further testing or treatment is needed — for example a TB follow up — the USCIS civil surgeon notes it on Form I-693 and explains the next steps before the form is finalized.

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.

Can I complete my exam in my own language near Statesboro?

Many providers serving Statesboro and Bulloch County speak languages beyond English, commonly including Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, so you can complete your exam in a language you are comfortable with.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Statesboro?

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