Civil Surgeon Exam in Brazil, IN

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Brazil applicants have several ways to get it done. This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Clay County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. Brazil is a close-knit community of about 8,181 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Terre Haute or another nearby city — we list those below.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (IN 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.

From booking to sealed form: the Brazil process

Whether you book in Brazil or nearby Terre Haute, 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 Brazil applicants pay for the exam

The exam itself is predictably priced around Brazil; 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 Brazil we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Brazil 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.

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Choosing a civil surgeon in Clay County

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Brazil applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. That rules out most Clay County family practices, which is why Brazil applicants use a directory like the Indiana civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Brazil usually fall within the Indiana range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Language support across Clay County commonly includes Spanish, Chinese and Hindi. For many Brazil residents the closest designated office is in Terre Haute — a short trip that rarely adds more than a day to the process.

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 Brazil

What should I budget for the exam in Brazil?

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

What do I do with the sealed envelope?

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.

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

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

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

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

Do my kids need their own immigration physical?

Each applicant requires a separate exam and sealed form regardless of age. Booking the family in one visit is usually possible and saves trips.

How long do I have to submit the sealed form?

A sealed Form I-693 is valid for a set window from the signing date under current USCIS policy. Because these rules get updated, verify the latest guidance for your case.