Immigration Physical in Reading, PA

Booking an immigration medical exam near Reading? Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Berks County.

$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.

Inside the appointment: what Reading applicants experience

Five steps from booking your Reading 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.

Pricing guide for Reading applicants

Across Berks County the base fee moves within a narrow band — your vaccination history is what really drives the final total.

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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 Reading we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Reading 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 Reading?

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

The Berks County provider landscape

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. That rules out most Berks County family practices, which is why Reading applicants use a directory like the Pennsylvania civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Reading 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 Berks County frequently offer Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic. Expect a modest but workable set of options in and around Reading, with more choice a short drive away in Birdsboro.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

A virtual pre-consult lets Reading applicants review documents and vaccination records online before the required in-person exam — useful if your nearest office is in Birdsboro or beyond.

Reading applicants ask: Form I-693 FAQ

What does the TB screening involve?

TB screening is usually a simple blood draw (an IGRA test). If it comes back positive, the civil surgeon orders follow-up such as a chest X-ray before finalizing your form.

Are missing vaccination records a problem?

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.

Is an interpreter allowed at the appointment?

You may bring a translator, and it is worth asking about in-house language support: several practices serving Berks County have multilingual teams.

How long does the immigration physical take near Reading?

The appointment itself usually runs half an hour to an hour — longer only if vaccines or additional testing are needed on the day.

Which vaccines are required for the immigration physical?

Requirements vary by age under CDC-based rules; common ones include MMR, Tdap, and flu in season. Your civil surgeon reviews your records and identifies exactly what you still need.

Does the doctor send my form to USCIS?

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.