Your Immigration Physical in Akron, OH

Sorting out your immigration medical exam in Akron does not need to be stressful. We cover booking lead times, exam costs, the documents you need, and what happens on the day — specific to Akron and wider Summit County. As the largest of the 14 Summit County communities listed here, Akron anchors most of the exam capacity in the county.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (OH 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.

Inside the appointment: what Akron applicants experience

The process is the same across Ohio; here is how it plays out for Akron 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.

Immigration physical costs in Akron

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Summit County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need. With more offices to choose from in Akron, quotes can differ noticeably — it is worth calling two or three.

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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 Akron we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Akron 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

Serve green card applicants in Akron?

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

Verified civil surgeons serving Akron

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Akron applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. A regular family doctor in Summit County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the Ohio civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Akron tracks the wider Ohio norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. Language support across Summit County commonly includes Spanish, Arabic, Nepali and Ukrainian. As a large city, Akron has multiple civil surgeon offices competing on price and availability.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Akron 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.

Akron applicants ask: Form I-693 FAQ

Which vaccines are required for the immigration physical?

There is no single list for everyone — the civil surgeon applies CDC age-based requirements to your documented history. Bring whatever records you have and the gap gets identified at the visit.

Where do I send the sealed Form I-693?

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.

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.

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

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

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.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Akron?

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