Immigration Physicals

Designated Civil Surgeons appointed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, are authorized to conduct medical examinations and administer required immunizations for aliens seeking adjustment of status or Permanent Resident Status (Green Card).

A medical examination is a mandatory component of the application process for aliens applying for adjustment of status. The objective of this examination is to assess the health status of the applicant and determine whether any health conditions could impede a change in their immigration status. The examination results will be submitted to an Immigration officer and may be disclosed to health departments, as well as other public health or collaborative medical authorities.

Examination Requirements:

The following tests are required by the US Citizenship and Immigration Service, or USCIS (formerly the Immigration & Naturalization Service, or INS).

The physical examination is required for persons of all ages. The examination requirements are determined by your age and your immunization record.

An adult examination (15 years or older) typically consists of the following:

1. A Physical Examination
2. A blood test for tuberculosis and syphilis (RPR)
3. Immunizations are dependent on age and medical history

A pediatric examination (children 14 years of age or younger) does not usually require blood testing and typically consists of the following:

1. A physical examination
2. A blood test for tuberculosis (two years old and older)
3. A review and update of the pediatric immunizations

Immunizations:

Certain immunizations are required by the USCIS. If you are not able to produce acceptable proof that you have had the immunizations or the diseases themselves, you may have the immunizations administered by our Business Health Clinic at an additional charge, your health department or personal physician.

What you need to bring with you:

1. Picture identification such as a passport or other Federally approved documentation (state identification such as a driver’s license and school ID is not acceptable).
2. Your medical records for any chronic or serious medical problem.
3. Your immunization records, even childhood records, if available.
4. Alien Registration number if you have one (starts with an “A”).
5. I-693 medical form if you have one, otherwise we will provide it. Please use the most recent copy of the form. The most recent form is available on the internet by following this link: www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-693.pdf.

Interpreter Services

Interpreter services are provided at no cost to you.

All medical records must be translated into English before the scheduled appointment.

Scheduling:

We understand the time sensitive nature of these examinations. Your physical and bloodwork paperwork will be ready in 10-14 days.