USCIS Immigration Physical in Universal City, TX

Booking an immigration medical exam near Universal City? This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Bexar County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. For a small community like Universal City (population about 19,720), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Schertz.

$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 Universal City

Five steps from booking your Universal City 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.

Exam costs in Bexar County

What you pay near Universal City splits into two parts: a base exam fee, and per-item charges tied to your vaccination and testing history. Factor in a short trip if your chosen office is in Schertz rather than Universal City itself.

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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 Universal City we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Universal 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

Practicing as a civil surgeon near Universal City?

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

How Universal City applicants find a designated civil surgeon

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

Compare price and language

Base fees near Universal City generally sit in the $200–$500 band typical for Texas; vaccines, titers, and TB testing add to that. Many providers serving Bexar County speak Spanish, Vietnamese and Tagalog, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. With fewer providers based directly in Universal City, most applicants use offices in Schertz or elsewhere in Bexar County.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Universal 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.

Universal City applicants ask: Form I-693 FAQ

Is non-English support available around Universal City?

Language support around Bexar County commonly includes Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog. Ask when booking whether the office has staff who speak your language.

Can my family doctor do my immigration physical?

A civil surgeon is a doctor specifically designated by USCIS to perform immigration medical exams and complete Form I-693. Your regular doctor cannot sign this form unless they hold that same designation.

How long do I have to submit the sealed form?

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.

Can I just walk in to an office near Universal City?

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

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.

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 Bexar County already offer multilingual support.