USCIS Medical Exam

• Form I-693 which can be found here, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record.
• Government-issued photo identification, such as a valid passport or driver’s license.
• Your birth certificate (with an English translation) or an affidavit.
• Vaccination or immunization record (such as DT, DTP, DTaP, Td, Tdap, OPV, IPV, MMR, Hib, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, varicella, pneumococcal influenza, rotavirus, and meningococcal disease)
• If you are 14 years old or younger, bring identification that shows your name, date, place of birth, and parent’s full name.

The USCIS medical exam aims to screen for certain communicable diseases that could pose a public health threat. The exam also evaluates your vaccination history to ensure you have received all the required vaccinations. During the exam, our civil surgeon will also check to see if you have any physical or mental health conditions that may make you inadmissible to the United States on public health grounds. This is a thorough exam to ensure that those allowed to stay in the US are healthy. The goal is to prevent the spread of diseases.

During the USCIS medical exam, our civil surgeon will review your vaccination records and perform a physical examination. The physical examination will include a measurement of your height and weight, an inspection of your skin, eyes, mouth, and throat, and auscultation of your heart and lungs. Our civil surgeon may also order laboratory tests, if necessary, ultrasounds, or X-rays, depending on their findings. If you are looking to become a permanent resident of the US and need a USCIS Medical exam, contact us to set up an appointment. 

Suppose you have a physical or mental health condition that may make you inadmissible to the United States on public health grounds. In that case, our civil surgeon will refer you for a more detailed evaluation with a physician specializing in that particular condition. 

For example, if you have HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, or syphilis, our civil surgeon will refer you to a qualified physician for further evaluation and treatment if necessary.

Once our civil surgeon has completed the USCIS medical exam, they will issue you a Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination, and Vaccination Record. You will need to submit this form as part of your immigration application.

All prospective immigrants to the United States must have a medical examination before their visa interview. This exam aims to screen for certain communicable diseases that could pose a public health hazard. In order to ensure a smooth and successful exam, there are some important things that you need to do (and not do) in advance. Advanced OccMed, an occupational medicine clinic in Asheville, NC, can also help you prepare for your medical exam.

DO’s

Schedule your appointment with an authorized civil surgeon. You can find a list of authorized civil surgeons on the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website. 

Bring the following items with you to your appointment: 

• Passport or other photo identification.
• List of vaccinations you have received.
• List any medications you are currently taking (prescription and over-the-counter).
• Medical records, if available.

Arrive on time for your appointment. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please let the office know as soon as possible so they can give your time slot to someone else. 

Follow all instructions given to you by the civil surgeon during the exam. 

Be honest when answering questions about your medical history and current health condition. The civil surgeon is required to report certain communicable diseases to public health authorities and, if necessary, may contact your sexual partners or household contacts if you have been diagnosed with a communicable disease of public health significance.  

DON’Ts:

Things you should not do is:

Schedule your appointment with anyone other than an authorized civil surgeon. Many “notaries” or “immigration consultants” are not authorized to perform this exam and will defraud you. You can find a list of authorized civil surgeons on the USCIS website.  

Bring any children with you to your appointment. Unless they are also applicants for immigration benefits and require a medical exam, they should stay home.               

Bring personal items such as phones, cameras, or bags into the examination room – these will need to be stored in a locker outside the room.          

Wear jewelry or other valuables in the examination room. Leave your valuables at home.

Bring food or drinks into the examination room.

The USCIS medical exam is an important part of the immigration process. It is used to screen for certain communicable diseases and evaluate your vaccination history. If you have a physical or mental health condition that may make you inadmissible to the United States on public health grounds. Our civil surgeon will refer you for further evaluation with a qualified physician if there is an issue. Once our civil surgeon has completed the USCIS medical exam, they will issue you a Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination, and Vaccination Record. You will need to submit this form as part of your immigration application. 

The USCIS medical exam is an important part of the immigration process, but there is no need to be anxious or worried about it! By following these simple tips, you can ensure that everything goes smoothly and that you are well-prepared for your exam. You can also get help from Advanced OccMed, an occupational medicine clinic in Asheville, NC, which is a USCIS-approved service provider.