Immigration Physical & Form I-693 in Hazleton, PA

For Hazleton applicants, the medical exam is usually the quickest green card requirement to clear — if you arrive prepared. Everything below is practical: costs in the Northeastern Pennsylvania area, documents, booking windows, and what actually happens at the appointment. With around 25,224 residents, Hazleton itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Tamaqua and beyond.

$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.

The Form I-693 process for Hazleton applicants

Whether you book in Hazleton or nearby Tamaqua, 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.

✓

Government photo ID

A passport, driver license or state ID.

✓

Prior medical records

Relevant history, especially for TB or chronic conditions.

✓

Payment method

Confirm what the practice accepts when you book.

✓

Vaccination records

Any immunization history you already have.

✓

Your USCIS notices

Any Form I-693 pages or case details you were given.

✓

Glasses or hearing aids

Bring anything you use day to day.

How much is the exam near Hazleton?

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Luzerne County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need.

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 Hazleton we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Hazleton 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 Hazleton?

Reach the green card applicants already searching for civil surgeons near Hazleton. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

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

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in Pennsylvania. Before booking anywhere in Luzerne County, verify the designation — the Pennsylvania civil surgeon directory is checked against USCIS records.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Hazleton tracks the wider Pennsylvania norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. Language support across Luzerne County commonly includes Spanish, Nepali and Polish. Because Hazleton is a compact city, many applicants book with a civil surgeon in nearby Tamaqua or Berwick.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Hazleton 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.

Frequently asked in Hazleton

How long is Form I-693 valid once completed?

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.

Can I complete my exam in my own language near Hazleton?

Many providers serving Hazleton and Luzerne County speak languages beyond English, commonly including Spanish, Nepali, Polish, so you can complete your exam in a language you are comfortable with.

Where do I send the sealed Form I-693?

You submit it yourself: include the unopened envelope with your USCIS filing, or bring it to your interview if instructed. The civil surgeon does not mail it for you.

Is any physical preparation needed before the appointment?

No fasting is required. Eat and drink normally, take your regular medications, and bring a list of them to the appointment.

Why can't any doctor sign Form I-693?

USCIS designates specific physicians as civil surgeons for immigration exams. Form I-693 signed by anyone else is invalid — check the designation before booking.

What should I budget for the exam in Hazleton?

The base fee typically runs $200 to $500 around Hazleton, plus $0 to $300 or more for vaccines, TB testing and record retrieval depending on your immunization history.