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

If you live in or around East Cleveland and need a green card medical exam, this page is for you. Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the Greater Cleveland, required documents, and answers to the questions East Cleveland applicants ask most. For a small town like East Cleveland (population about 13,792), 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

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.

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Book online

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

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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.

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

Whether you book in East Cleveland or nearby Parma, these five steps are the whole journey.
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.
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Physical exam

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

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

Across Cuyahoga County the base fee moves within a narrow band — your vaccination history is what really drives the final total.
ITEM
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 East Cleveland we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across East Cleveland 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.

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How to find a USCIS civil surgeon for your immigration physical in East Cleveland

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. That rules out most Cuyahoga County family practices, which is why East Cleveland applicants use a directory like the Ohio civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around East Cleveland usually fall within the Ohio range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Cuyahoga County frequently offer Spanish, Arabic, Nepali and Ukrainian. Applicants in East Cleveland often travel a short distance to Parma for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

The virtual pre-consult works well for busy schedules: document review happens online at your convenience, and the in-person portion near East Cleveland stays brief.

Form I-693 questions East Cleveland applicants ask

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.
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.
Every applicant, including children, needs their own Form I-693. Most offices can schedule family members back to back — mention it when booking.
The civil surgeon documents any required follow-up on Form I-693 and walks you through next steps. The form is only finalized once requirements are met.
Budget $200 to $500 for the base exam near East Cleveland. Your final total depends mostly on which vaccines and tests you still need — that can add $300 or more.
Not fully — USCIS requires an in-person exam. East Cleveland applicants can, however, start with a virtual pre-consult so the in-person visit is short and well-prepared.