USCIS Immigration Physical in Berwick, PA

Sorting out your immigration medical exam in Berwick 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 Berwick and wider Columbia County. Berwick is a small town of about 10,365 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Scott Township or another nearby city — we list those below.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (PA 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 Berwick applicants experience

Whether you book in Berwick or nearby Scott Township, these five steps are the whole journey.

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 a green card medical exam costs near Berwick

What you pay near Berwick splits into two parts: a base exam fee, and per-item charges tied to your vaccination and testing history.

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 Berwick we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Berwick 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

Are you a USCIS civil surgeon in Berwick?

Get listed in the USCISMD directory and reach green card applicants searching for an immigration physical in Berwick and across Columbia County. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

The Columbia County provider landscape

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in Pennsylvania. That rules out most Columbia County family practices, which is why Berwick applicants use a directory like the Pennsylvania civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Berwick usually fall within the Pennsylvania range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Columbia County frequently offer Spanish, Nepali and Polish. With fewer providers based directly in Berwick, most applicants use offices in Scott Township or elsewhere in Columbia County.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Berwick 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.

Before you book in Berwick: quick answers

Is a fully online immigration physical possible for Berwick applicants?

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

Does a sealed Form I-693 expire?

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.

Is any physical preparation needed before the appointment?

You can eat, drink, and take medications as usual. The only preparation that matters is having your documents and records ready.

What if I need language support at the exam?

Bringing your own translator is fine. Many offices around Columbia County also have multilingual staff — ask when booking.

Will insurance pay for any part of this?

Coverage is the exception, not the rule, for the exam fee. Vaccines are occasionally billable to insurance, so it is worth a call to your plan before paying out of pocket.

What if the exam finds something that needs more testing?

Follow-up items such as TB confirmation are recorded on the form, and the doctor explains what happens next. Sealing waits until everything required is complete.