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Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in Auburn, NY

Sorting out your immigration medical exam in Auburn does not need to be stressful. Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the Central New York area, required documents, and answers to the questions Auburn applicants ask most. For a compact city like Auburn (population about 26,866), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Syracuse.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (NY typical)

30-60 min

Typical exam length

Booking lead time

1-2 weeks

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.

1

Book online

Pick a time that suits you, from anywhere in California.

2

Document review

We check your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork.

3

Get matched

We point you to a civil surgeon to seal your Form I-693.

Inside the appointment: what Auburn applicants experience

From first call to sealed envelope — here is the five-step path Auburn applicants follow.
1

Book your visit

Schedule with a civil surgeon, or start with a virtual pre-consult if you want to prepare first.
2

Bring your documents

Photo ID, vaccination records, and any prior medical history related to required tests.
3

Physical exam

A general physical check, review of medical history, and a TB screening.
4

Vaccine review

The civil surgeon checks your immunization history and administers any missing required vaccines.
5

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.

Immigration physical costs in Auburn

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

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Auburn and these 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 Auburn?

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

Finding the right civil surgeon near Auburn

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

Compare price and language

Around Auburn, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Cayuga County frequently offer Spanish, Vietnamese and Nepali. For many Auburn residents the closest designated office is in Syracuse — a short trip that rarely adds more than a day to the process.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Auburn 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.

Immigration Physical FAQ for Auburn

You may bring a translator, and it is worth asking about in-house language support: several practices serving Cayuga County have multilingual teams.
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.
The base fee typically runs $200 to $500 around Auburn, plus $0 to $300 or more for vaccines, TB testing and record retrieval depending on your immunization history.
Validity rules have changed over time — the form is valid for a defined period from the civil surgeon’s signature. Check the current USCIS policy for your filing category before submitting.
A few offices around Auburn take walk-ins, but most work by appointment. Booking ahead avoids wasted trips, especially in busy filing periods.
Most exams take 30 to 60 minutes. It can run longer if you need catch-up vaccines, a TB blood draw, or extra review of your medical history.