Green Card Medical Exam in Ogdensburg, NY

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 Ogdensburg. Everything below is practical: costs in the North Country, documents, booking windows, and what actually happens at the appointment. With around 10,064 residents, Ogdensburg itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Canton and beyond.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (NY 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 Ogdensburg

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

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 Ogdensburg applicants pay for the exam

The exam itself is predictably priced around Ogdensburg; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge. Factor in a short trip if your chosen office is in Canton rather than Ogdensburg itself.

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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 Ogdensburg we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Ogdensburg 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 Ogdensburg?

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Your civil surgeon options in and around Ogdensburg

Not every doctor can sign Form I-693: USCIS grants the civil surgeon designation individually, and it is the first thing to verify. Before booking anywhere in St. Lawrence County, verify the designation — the New York civil surgeon directory is checked against USCIS records.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Ogdensburg tracks the wider New York norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving St. Lawrence County frequently offer Spanish, French and Arabic. For many Ogdensburg residents the closest designated office is in Canton — 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 Ogdensburg 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 Ogdensburg applicants

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

A civil surgeon is a doctor specifically designated by USCIS to perform immigration medical exams and complete Form I-693. Your regular doctor cannot sign this form unless they hold that same designation.

Are same-day walk-ins possible?

A few offices around Ogdensburg take walk-ins, but most work by appointment. Booking ahead avoids wasted trips, especially in busy filing periods.

Where do I send the sealed Form I-693?

Keep the envelope sealed and submit it according to your case instructions — with the application package or at the interview. An opened envelope is rejected.

How long is Form I-693 valid once completed?

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.

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

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

How is the required vaccine list decided?

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.