Green Card Medical Exam in Athens, TX

Getting ready for an immigration physical in Athens, Texas? This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Henderson County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. With around 12,857 residents, Athens itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Gun Barrel City and beyond.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (TX 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.

Inside the appointment: what Athens applicants experience

The process is the same across Texas; here is how it plays out for Athens applicants, in five steps.

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.

Immigration physical costs in Athens

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

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Athens 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

Are you a USCIS civil surgeon in Athens?

Join the USCISMD directory and be found by applicants booking immigration physicals around Athens. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

The Henderson County provider landscape

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. A regular family doctor in Henderson County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the Texas civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Athens usually fall within the Texas range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Language support across Henderson County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese and Tagalog. Applicants in Athens often travel a short distance to Tyler for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

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

Before you book in Athens: quick answers

How much time does the appointment itself take?

Plan for 30–60 minutes in the office. Catch-up vaccines or a TB blood draw can extend the visit somewhat.

Do I need an appointment, or are walk-ins accepted?

A few offices around Athens take walk-ins, but most work by appointment. Booking ahead avoids wasted trips, especially in busy filing periods.

What should I budget for the exam in Athens?

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

Can any part of the exam happen online?

Not fully — USCIS requires an in-person exam. Athens applicants can, however, start with a virtual pre-consult so the in-person visit is short and well-prepared.

What is the difference between a USCIS designated civil surgeon and my regular doctor?

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

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.