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Form I-693 Medical Exam in Catasauqua, PA

Getting ready for an immigration physical in Catasauqua, Pennsylvania? We cover booking lead times, exam costs, the documents you need, and what happens on the day — specific to Catasauqua and wider Lehigh County. Catasauqua is a quiet community of about 6,492 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Whitehall 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

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.

2

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.

What happens during your immigration physical near Catasauqua

Five steps from booking your Catasauqua appointment to receiving your sealed Form I-693.
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.
3

Physical exam

A general physical check, review of medical history, and a TB screening.
4

Vaccine review

The civil surgeon checks your immunization history and administers any missing required vaccines.
5

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.

How much is the exam near Catasauqua?

The exam itself is predictably priced around Catasauqua; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge. Factor in a short trip if your chosen office is in Whitehall Township rather than Catasauqua itself.
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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.

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 Catasauqua?

Applicants in Catasauqua and wider Lehigh County search this directory looking for designated civil surgeons. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

Who can do your immigration physical in Catasauqua?

Not every doctor can sign Form I-693: USCIS grants the civil surgeon designation individually, and it is the first thing to verify. Before booking anywhere in Lehigh County, verify the designation — the Pennsylvania civil surgeon directory is checked against USCIS records.

Compare price and language

Base fees near Catasauqua generally sit in the $200–$500 band typical for Pennsylvania; vaccines, titers, and TB testing add to that. Many providers serving Lehigh County speak Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Because Catasauqua is a small community, many applicants book with a civil surgeon in nearby Whitehall Township or Northampton Township.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

You can shorten the in-person visit by starting with a virtual pre-consult: your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork get checked online, and you arrive prepared.

Common questions from Catasauqua applicants

Bringing your own translator is fine. Many offices around Lehigh County also have multilingual staff — ask when booking.
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.
Most health plans treat the immigration exam as a non-covered service, though some cover the vaccines involved. Check with both the office and your insurer before the visit.
Not fully — USCIS requires an in-person exam. Catasauqua applicants can, however, start with a virtual pre-consult so the in-person visit is short and well-prepared.
Yes, each family member applying needs an individual exam and form. Offices commonly book families together in one block, so ask for consecutive slots.
The base fee typically runs $200 to $500 around Catasauqua, plus $0 to $300 or more for vaccines, TB testing and record retrieval depending on your immunization history.