Immigration Physical in Denison, TX

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 Denison. Everything below is practical: costs in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, documents, booking windows, and what actually happens at the appointment. For a small city like Denison (population about 24,479), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in McKinney.

$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.

Your exam near Denison, step by step

The process is the same across Texas; here is how it plays out for Denison 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.

What a green card medical exam costs near Denison

The exam itself is predictably priced around Denison; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge.

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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 Denison we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Denison 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 Denison?

Join the USCISMD directory and be found by applicants booking immigration physicals around Denison. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

Choosing a civil surgeon in Grayson County

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. Before booking anywhere in Grayson County, verify the designation — the Texas civil surgeon directory is checked against USCIS records.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Denison tracks the wider Texas norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Grayson County frequently offer Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean and Urdu. For many Denison residents the closest designated office is in McKinney — 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 Denison 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.

Form I-693 questions Denison applicants ask

How long does the immigration physical take near Denison?

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

Is an interpreter allowed at the appointment?

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

Does a sealed Form I-693 expire?

A sealed Form I-693 is valid for a set window from the signing date under current USCIS policy. Because these rules get updated, verify the latest guidance for your case.

Can my family doctor do my immigration physical?

Only physicians holding the USCIS civil surgeon designation may complete Form I-693. A regular Grayson County family doctor, however good, cannot sign it without that designation.

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.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Denison?

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