Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in Franklin, IN

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Franklin applicants have several ways to get it done. Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Johnson County. With around 25,313 residents, Franklin itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from New Whiteland and beyond.

$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.

The Form I-693 process for Franklin applicants

The process is the same across Indiana; here is how it plays out for Franklin applicants, in five steps.

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 Johnson County

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

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Franklin 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 Franklin?

Reach the green card applicants already searching for civil surgeons near Franklin. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

Getting matched with a civil surgeon near Franklin

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. This page and the wider Indiana civil surgeon directory help Franklin applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Franklin tracks the wider Indiana norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. Many providers serving Johnson County speak Spanish, Burmese, Arabic and French, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. With fewer providers based directly in Franklin, most applicants use offices in Indianapolis or elsewhere in Johnson County.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Franklin 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 Franklin applicants

Is any physical preparation needed before the appointment?

There is nothing to prepare physically — no fasting, no stopping medications. Just arrive with your documents and medication list.

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.

What if I do not have my vaccination records?

Yes, this is handled routinely: titer blood tests can confirm immunity, or the required vaccines can be repeated. Tell the office in advance — it changes how they schedule you.

Is non-English support available around Franklin?

Language support around Johnson County commonly includes Spanish, Burmese, Arabic, French. Ask when booking whether the office has staff who speak your language.

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

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

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Franklin?

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