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Immigration Medical Exam in Gatesville, TX

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Gatesville applicants have several ways to get it done. On this page: the five-step exam process, Coryell County pricing, a document checklist, and local FAQs. With around 16,135 residents, Gatesville itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Killeen and beyond.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (TX typical)

30-60 min

Typical exam length

Booking lead time

1-2 weeks

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.

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Book online

Pick a time that suits you, from anywhere in California.

2

Document review

We check your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork.

3

Get matched

We point you to a civil surgeon to seal your Form I-693.

The Form I-693 process for Gatesville applicants

Whether you book in Gatesville or nearby Killeen, these five steps are the whole journey.
1

Book your visit

Schedule with a civil surgeon, or start with a virtual pre-consult if you want to prepare first.
2

Bring your documents

Photo ID, vaccination records, and any prior medical history related to required tests.
3

Physical exam

A general physical check, review of medical history, and a TB screening.
4

Vaccine review

The civil surgeon checks your immunization history and administers any missing required vaccines.
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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 Gatesville applicants pay for the exam

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Coryell County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need.
ITEM
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 Gatesville we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Gatesville and these 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 Gatesville?

Applicants in Gatesville and wider Coryell County search this directory looking for designated civil surgeons. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

The Coryell County provider landscape

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

Compare price and language

Around Gatesville, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Coryell County frequently offer Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese and Hindi. Applicants in Gatesville often travel a short distance to Killeen for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

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

Immigration Physical FAQ for Gatesville

Plan for 30–60 minutes in the office. Catch-up vaccines or a TB blood draw can extend the visit somewhat.
USCIS generally treats a properly completed and sealed Form I-693 as valid for a set period from the date the designated civil surgeon signs it. Confirm current USCIS guidance for your specific filing.
Many providers serving Gatesville and Coryell County speak languages beyond English, commonly including Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Hindi, so you can complete your exam in a language you are comfortable with.
Policies vary by practice. Some offices accept limited walk-ins, but scheduling ahead is recommended, especially during peak filing seasons.
The base fee typically runs $200 to $500 around Gatesville, plus $0 to $300 or more for vaccines, TB testing and record retrieval depending on your immunization history.
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.