USCIS Medical Examination Update

USCIS has requested an essential step in your application process. You are required to complete and submit Form I-693, a medical examination form, necessary for your case to be processed.

Submitting this form promptly is critical to avoid delays in your application. Below, you’ll find detailed instructions and next steps to ensure you complete Form I-693 correctly.

What You Need to Do:

Schedule an Appointment with a Civil Surgeon 

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A Civil Surgeon is a doctor approved by USCIS specifically for immigration-related medical exams. This is different from your regular doctor, and you must visit a USCIS-approved Civil Surgeon.  

Locate the nearest USCIS approved Civil Surgeon here: Find a Civil Surgeon Near You 

Note: Some clients have shared that using approved urgent care centers can help secure faster appointments. We recommend checking availability at these locations.   

Complete the Medical Examination   

2

At your appointment, the Civil Surgeon will complete Form I-693. They will provide you with a sealed envelope containing the completed form. Do not open this envelope.   

Mail or Drop Off the Sealed Envelope 

3

Your case cannot be submitted to USCIS without this form. Include your full name on both the envelope and the packet itself to ensure accurate processing by our team.  

Mail the envelope to: 

Angelyne Lisinski 
The Lisinski Law Firm 
3982 Powell Road, PMB 330 
Powell, OH 43065-7662

Or drop it off at any of our office locations: Our Office Locations

What to Bring to Your Medical Appointment:   

  • Form I-693: Most Civil Surgeons will have this form. We recommend confirming if they have it when making an appointment. If needed, you can download it here: Form I-693 PDF.   

  • Government-Issued Photo ID: Valid passport, driver’s license, or other acceptable form of identification.   

  • Vaccination or Immunization Records: Ensure your records are up to date (e.g., COVID-19, hepatitis A & B, MMR, etc.). 

  • Health Insurance Card: Check if the Civil Surgeon accepts your insurance. Note that some plans may not cover all parts of this examination.   

  • Payment: Fees typically range from $300–$600. Confirm pricing and payment methods with the Civil Surgeon before your appointment. 

Resources:

Do you have

any questions?

Contact us at

800-259-5555  

  • Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination record, is a form required by USCIS to confirm applicants meet health-related requirements for U.S. admissibility.   

  • The exam involves reviewing your health history, a physical exam, testing for diseases like tuberculosis (TB), and verifying vaccinations.   

  • Only a USCIS-approved Civil Surgeon can perform the medical exam for Form I-693. Find a Civil Surgeon Near You. 

  • The exam typically takes 1–2 hours. Additional time may be required for lab results or follow-up visits.   

  • The doctor will: 

    • Review your medical history. 

    • Conduct a general physical exam. 

    • Verify your vaccination records (missing vaccines may be administered during the appointment). 

    • Perform a tuberculosis (TB) skin test and blood test. 

  • Fees vary widely based on the civil surgeon and their location. Most fees range from $300 to $600 depending on the tests and vaccines required.   

  • No, USCIS does not charge a filing fee for Form I-693.  

  • Upon completion of the exam, applicants can: 

    Mail it to Lisinski Law Firm: 
    Angelyne Lisinski 
    The Lisinski Law Firm 
    3982 Powell Road, PMB 330 
    Powell, OH 43065-7662 

    Or drop it off at any of our offices: Office Locations

  • Yes, a notification text message will be sent once the envelope has been received by our main office. If you do not receive a notification within two weeks of mailing, please call us at 800-259-5555. 

  • Once all required forms, including Form I-693, have been received and submission requirements are met, your case will be submitted to USCIS.   

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