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🛂 USA USCIS Medical Exam

What Happens During the Immigration Medical Exam

  1. Review of your medical history and vaccination records
  2. Physical exam, including eyes, ears, heart, lungs, skin and lymph nodes
  3. Mental health and substance use evaluation
  4. Tuberculosis screening (IGRA blood test for ages 2+; chest X-ray if positive)
  5. Blood test for syphilis (ages 18+) and urine test for gonorrhea (ages 18–24)
  6. Any missing vaccines required for your age

USA USCIS Medical Exam: Quick Facts

Form
I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination
Who performs it
USCIS-designated civil surgeon
File with
Form I-485 (required since Dec 2, 2024)
Typical cost
Often $200–$500+ (not usually covered by insurance)
TB test
IGRA blood test for ages 2+
COVID-19 vaccine
No longer required

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