Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in California, PA

Booking an immigration medical exam near California? This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Washington County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. For a quiet community like California (population about 6,816), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Monessen.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (PA 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.

From booking to sealed form: the California process

Five steps from booking your California appointment to receiving your sealed Form I-693.

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 California

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

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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 California we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across California 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 California?

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

Getting matched with a civil surgeon near California

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. This page and the wider Pennsylvania civil surgeon directory help California applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Around California, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Many providers serving Washington County speak Spanish, Chinese and Arabic, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. With fewer providers based directly in California, most applicants use offices in Monessen or elsewhere in Washington County.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to California 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 California: quick answers

What languages do USCIS civil surgeons near California speak?

Many providers serving California and Washington County speak languages beyond English, commonly including Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, so you can complete your exam in a language you are comfortable with.

Are same-day walk-ins possible?

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

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

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

What should I budget for the exam in California?

Around California, the exam itself usually costs $200–$500. Vaccines, titers, and TB testing are billed on top, so incomplete records raise the total.

Will I need a blood test for TB?

Expect a blood test for TB as part of the exam. Most results are clear; a positive simply triggers a follow-up step like a chest X-ray before sealing.

How long do I have to submit the sealed form?

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.