USCIS Immigration Physical in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh. Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the Southwestern Pennsylvania area, required documents, and answers to the questions Pittsburgh applicants ask most. As a city of about 302,571 people, Pittsburgh has several civil surgeon options — availability is rarely a problem.

$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.

What happens during your immigration physical near Pittsburgh

Five steps from booking your Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh applicants pay for the exam

Pricing near Pittsburgh follows the wider Pennsylvania pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests you still need. Competition between Pittsburgh providers means the low end of the range is genuinely available if you shop around.

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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 Pittsburgh we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Pittsburgh 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

Designated civil surgeons: get found in Pittsburgh

Get listed in the USCISMD directory and reach green card applicants searching for an immigration physical in Pittsburgh and across Allegheny County. You control your profile, hours, languages and pricing.

Choosing a civil surgeon in Allegheny County

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

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Pittsburgh 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 Allegheny County frequently offer Spanish, Chinese and Arabic. As a major metro, Pittsburgh has multiple civil surgeon offices competing on price and availability.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Pittsburgh 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.

Pittsburgh applicants ask: Form I-693 FAQ

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.

What do I do with the sealed envelope?

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.

What if I do not have my vaccination records?

The civil surgeon can order titers — blood tests that check your immunity — or give the required vaccines again if records cannot be found. Mention this when booking so the office can allow extra time.

Are same-day walk-ins possible?

Policies vary by practice. Some offices accept limited walk-ins, but scheduling ahead is recommended, especially during peak filing seasons.

Is non-English support available around Pittsburgh?

Beyond English, offices serving Pittsburgh frequently offer Spanish, Chinese, Arabic. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.

What does the green card medical exam cost near Pittsburgh?

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