Immigration Physical in San Antonio, TX

For San Antonio applicants, the medical exam is usually the quickest green card requirement to clear — if you arrive prepared. On this page: the five-step exam process, Bexar County pricing, a document checklist, and local FAQs. With roughly 1,434,625 residents, San Antonio is served by multiple designated offices, so comparing providers is worth the few extra minutes.

$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.

Inside the appointment: what San Antonio applicants experience

Whether you book in San Antonio or nearby Live Oak, these five steps are the whole journey.

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.

Immigration physical costs in San Antonio

What you pay near San Antonio splits into two parts: a base exam fee, and per-item charges tied to your vaccination and testing history. Competition between San Antonio providers means the low end of the range is genuinely available if you shop around.

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 San Antonio we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

Join the USCISMD directory and be found by applicants booking immigration physicals around San Antonio. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

Start here: civil surgeons for San Antonio applicants

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for San Antonio applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. This page and the wider Texas civil surgeon directory help San Antonio applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around San Antonio usually fall within the Texas range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Language support across Bexar County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese and Tagalog. San Antonio applicants benefit from a wide choice of providers, which keeps scheduling flexible and pricing honest.

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 San Antonio stays brief.

Before you book in San Antonio: quick answers

How long is Form I-693 valid once completed?

Validity rules have changed over time — the form is valid for a defined period from the civil surgeon’s signature. Check the current USCIS policy for your filing category before submitting.

Is non-English support available around San Antonio?

Beyond English, offices serving San Antonio frequently offer Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.

What is the difference between a USCIS designated civil surgeon and my regular doctor?

Only physicians holding the USCIS civil surgeon designation may complete Form I-693. A regular Bexar County family doctor, however good, cannot sign it without that designation.

I lost my shot records — can I still do the exam?

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.

Should I fast or prepare physically before the exam?

No fasting is required. Eat and drink normally, take your regular medications, and bring a list of them to the appointment.

Can any part of the exam happen online?

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