Civil Surgeon Exam in Fredericksburg, TX

Sorting out your immigration medical exam in Fredericksburg does not need to be stressful. Everything below is practical: costs in the San Antonio Area, documents, booking windows, and what actually happens at the appointment. With around 10,875 residents, Fredericksburg itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Kerrville and beyond.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (TX 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 Fredericksburg

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

How much is the exam near Fredericksburg?

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Gillespie County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need. Prices in nearby Kerrville are usually in the same band, so travel need not mean paying more.

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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 Fredericksburg we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg?

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

How Fredericksburg applicants find a designated civil surgeon

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

Compare price and language

Around Fredericksburg, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Language support across Gillespie County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese and Tagalog. With fewer providers based directly in Fredericksburg, most applicants use offices in Kerrville or elsewhere in Gillespie County.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

The virtual pre-consult works well for busy schedules: document review happens online at your convenience, and the in-person portion near Fredericksburg stays brief.

Your Fredericksburg immigration physical questions, answered

How long should I plan for the exam in Fredericksburg?

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

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.

Can I bring a translator to my appointment?

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

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

Language support around Gillespie County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog. Ask when booking whether the office has staff who speak your language.

Does health insurance cover the immigration medical exam?

Most health plans treat the immigration exam as a non-covered service, though some cover the vaccines involved. Check with both the office and your insurer before the visit.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Fredericksburg?

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