Green Card Medical Exam in Harlingen, TX

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Harlingen applicants have several ways to get it done. Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the Rio Grande Valley, required documents, and answers to the questions Harlingen applicants ask most. With about 71,829 residents, Harlingen sits comfortably between big-city choice and small-town convenience — a few local options plus more in nearby San Benito.

$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 Harlingen, step by step

Five steps from booking your Harlingen 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.

Typical exam pricing around Harlingen

Across Cameron County the base fee moves within a narrow band — your vaccination history is what really drives the final total.

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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 Harlingen we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Harlingen 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

Serve green card applicants in Harlingen?

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

Getting matched with a civil surgeon near Harlingen

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. This page and the wider Texas civil surgeon directory help Harlingen applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Harlingen tracks the wider Texas norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. Many providers serving Cameron County speak Spanish, Tagalog and Hindi, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Expect a modest but workable set of options in and around Harlingen, with more choice a short drive away in San Benito.

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.

Immigration Physical FAQ for Harlingen

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.

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 long is Form I-693 valid once completed?

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.

What should I budget for the exam in Harlingen?

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

How much time does the appointment itself take?

Most exams take 30 to 60 minutes. It can run longer if you need catch-up vaccines, a TB blood draw, or extra review of your medical history.

Can any part of the exam happen online?

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