Immigration Physical Near Texas City, 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 Texas City. This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Galveston County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. With about 51,898 residents, Texas City sits comfortably between big-city choice and small-town convenience — a few local options plus more in nearby La Marque.

$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.

What happens during your immigration physical near Texas City

The process is the same across Texas; here is how it plays out for Texas City applicants, in five steps.

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 Texas City

Base exam fees are fairly consistent across Galveston 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 Texas City we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Texas City 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

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How to find a USCIS civil surgeon for your immigration physical in Texas City

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

Compare price and language

Around Texas City, expect a base exam fee of $200 to $500 before vaccines and labs. Language support across Galveston County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese and Arabic. Expect a modest but workable set of options in and around Texas City, with more choice a short drive away in La Marque.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Texas City is a drive away, begin with a virtual pre-consult to get your documents in order first, then visit in person only to complete and seal the form.

Common questions from Texas City applicants

Do I need an appointment, or are walk-ins accepted?

Policies vary by practice. Some offices accept limited walk-ins, but scheduling ahead is recommended, especially during peak filing seasons.

Is non-English support available around Texas City?

Beyond English, offices serving Texas City frequently offer Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic. If your language is not listed, you are welcome to bring a translator.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Texas City?

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

Do my kids need their own immigration physical?

Every applicant, including children, needs their own Form I-693. Most offices can schedule family members back to back — mention it when booking.

How is the required vaccine list decided?

Requirements vary by age under CDC-based rules; common ones include MMR, Tdap, and flu in season. Your civil surgeon reviews your records and identifies exactly what you still need.

Will I need a blood test for TB?

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.