Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in Cleveland Heights, OH

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Cleveland Heights applicants have several ways to get it done. Everything below is practical: costs in the Greater Cleveland, documents, booking windows, and what actually happens at the appointment. For a compact city like Cleveland Heights (population about 45,312), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Parma.

$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.

Five steps to a sealed Form I-693 in Cleveland Heights

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

What Cleveland Heights applicants pay for the exam

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Cuyahoga County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need.

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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 Cleveland Heights we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Cleveland Heights 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 Cleveland Heights?

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

Picking a provider for your Form I-693 in Cleveland Heights

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in Ohio. This page and the wider Ohio civil surgeon directory help Cleveland Heights applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Cleveland Heights tracks the wider Ohio norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Cuyahoga County frequently offer Spanish, Arabic, Nepali and Ukrainian. Because Cleveland Heights is a smaller city, many applicants book with a civil surgeon in nearby Parma or Garfield Heights.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

A virtual pre-consult lets Cleveland Heights applicants review documents and vaccination records online before the required in-person exam — useful if your nearest office is in Parma or beyond.

Form I-693 questions Cleveland Heights applicants ask

Does health insurance cover the immigration medical exam?

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 is the difference between a USCIS designated civil surgeon and my regular doctor?

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.

How much time does the appointment itself take?

Plan for 30–60 minutes in the office. Catch-up vaccines or a TB blood draw can extend the visit somewhat.

How long is Form I-693 valid once completed?

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.

What does the TB screening involve?

Applicants generally take an IGRA blood test for tuberculosis. A positive result leads to follow-up, typically a chest X-ray, before the form can be completed.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Cleveland Heights?

The base fee typically runs $200 to $500 around Cleveland Heights, plus $0 to $300 or more for vaccines, TB testing and record retrieval depending on your immunization history.