Form I-693 Medical Exam in Gainesville, TX

Booking an immigration medical exam near Gainesville? We cover booking lead times, exam costs, the documents you need, and what happens on the day — specific to Gainesville and wider Cooke County. Gainesville is a quiet community of about 17,394 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Sanger or another nearby city — we list those below.

$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 Gainesville

Five steps from booking your Gainesville 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.

How much is the exam near Gainesville?

Across Cooke County the base fee moves within a narrow band — your vaccination history is what really drives the final total. Factor in a short trip if your chosen office is in Denton rather than Gainesville 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 Gainesville we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Gainesville 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

Practicing as a civil surgeon near Gainesville?

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

How to find a USCIS civil surgeon for your immigration physical in Gainesville

Not every doctor can sign Form I-693: USCIS grants the civil surgeon designation individually, and it is the first thing to verify. That rules out most Cooke County family practices, which is why Gainesville applicants use a directory like the Texas civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Around Gainesville, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Language support across Cooke County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean and Urdu. Applicants in Gainesville often travel a short distance to Denton for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

You can shorten the in-person visit by starting with a virtual pre-consult: your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork get checked online, and you arrive prepared.

Frequently asked in Gainesville

Can any part of the exam happen online?

You can start with a virtual pre-consult to prepare your documents and understand the process, but a designated civil surgeon must still examine you in person and physically sign Form I-693.

Can my family doctor do my immigration physical?

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

Do my kids need their own immigration physical?

Yes, each family member applying needs an individual exam and form. Offices commonly book families together in one block, so ask for consecutive slots.

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 does the green card medical exam cost near Gainesville?

Budget $200 to $500 for the base exam near Gainesville. Your final total depends mostly on which vaccines and tests you still need — that can add $300 or more.

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

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