Green Card Medical Exam in Glenolden, PA

Your Form I-693 medical exam is one of the few green card steps that must happen in person — here is how it works in Glenolden. Everything below is practical: costs in the Philadelphia Area, documents, booking windows, and what actually happens at the appointment. For a quiet community like Glenolden (population about 7,157), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Folcroft.

$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.

The Form I-693 process for Glenolden applicants

Five steps from booking your Glenolden 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.

Exam costs in Delaware County

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

Areas of Glenolden we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Glenolden 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

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Finding the right civil surgeon near Glenolden

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Glenolden applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. A regular family doctor in Delaware County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the Pennsylvania civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Around Glenolden, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Many providers serving Delaware County speak Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Haitian Creole, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. For many Glenolden residents the closest designated office is in Folcroft — a short trip that rarely adds more than a day to the process.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Glenolden 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.

Glenolden applicants ask: Form I-693 FAQ

What languages do USCIS civil surgeons near Glenolden speak?

Beyond English, offices serving Glenolden frequently offer Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Haitian Creole. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.

Can I do a virtual green card medical exam in Glenolden?

You can start with a virtual pre-consult to prepare your documents and understand the process, but a designated civil surgeon must still examine you in person and physically sign Form I-693.

What if I need language support at the exam?

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

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.

What if I do not have my vaccination records?

Missing records are common. The doctor can run titer tests to prove immunity or simply re-administer required vaccines. Flag it when you book so extra time is set aside.

How much time does the appointment itself take?

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.