Immigration Physical in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster. Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, required documents, and answers to the questions Lancaster applicants ask most. With around 41,275 residents, Lancaster itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from DeSoto and beyond.

$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.

The Form I-693 process for Lancaster applicants

Five steps from booking your Lancaster 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.

What Lancaster applicants pay for the exam

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Dallas County. The total varies most based on which vaccines you still need.

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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 Lancaster we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

Get listed in the USCISMD directory and reach green card applicants searching for an immigration physical in Lancaster and across Dallas County. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

Verified civil surgeons serving Lancaster

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 Lancaster applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Around Lancaster, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Many providers serving Dallas County speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean and Urdu, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Because Lancaster is a small city, many applicants book with a civil surgeon in nearby Dallas or Hutchins.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

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

Immigration Physical FAQ for Lancaster

Can we book the exam as a family?

Each applicant requires a separate exam and sealed form regardless of age. Booking the family in one visit is usually possible and saves trips.

What shots do I need for Form I-693?

There is no single list for everyone — the civil surgeon applies CDC age-based requirements to your documented history. Bring whatever records you have and the gap gets identified at the visit.

Are missing vaccination records a problem?

Yes, this is handled routinely: titer blood tests can confirm immunity, or the required vaccines can be repeated. Tell the office in advance — it changes how they schedule you.

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.

How is tuberculosis tested during the exam?

Expect a blood test for TB as part of the exam. Most results are clear; a positive simply triggers a follow-up step like a chest X-ray before sealing.

What does the green card medical exam cost near Lancaster?

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