Immigration Medical Exam in San Juan, TX

For San Juan applicants, the medical exam is usually the quickest green card requirement to clear — if you arrive prepared. We cover booking lead times, exam costs, the documents you need, and what happens on the day — specific to San Juan and wider Hidalgo County. For a smaller city like San Juan (population about 35,294), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in McAllen.

$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.

The Form I-693 process for San Juan applicants

Five steps from booking your San Juan 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 a green card medical exam costs near San Juan

Pricing near San Juan follows the wider Texas pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests 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 San Juan we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across San Juan 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

Designated civil surgeons: get found in San Juan

Applicants in San Juan and wider Hidalgo County search this directory looking for designated civil surgeons. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

Finding the right civil surgeon near San Juan

USCIS requires that your medical exam be performed by a designated civil surgeon — not just any licensed physician in Texas. That rules out most Hidalgo County family practices, which is why San Juan applicants use a directory like the Texas civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around San Juan usually fall within the Texas range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Language support across Hidalgo County commonly includes Spanish, Tagalog and Hindi. For many San Juan residents the closest designated office is in McAllen — a short trip that rarely adds more than a day to the process.

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.

Common questions from San Juan applicants

What languages do USCIS civil surgeons near San Juan speak?

Many providers serving San Juan and Hidalgo County speak languages beyond English, commonly including Spanish, Tagalog, Hindi, so you can complete your exam in a language you are comfortable with.

Is an interpreter allowed at the appointment?

Yes. You can bring your own translator, or ask whether the office has staff who speak your language, since many practices serving Hidalgo County already offer multilingual support.

Do I need to stop eating or taking medication beforehand?

You can eat, drink, and take medications as usual. The only preparation that matters is having your documents and records ready.

How long should I plan for the exam in San Juan?

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.

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.

Does a sealed Form I-693 expire?

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.