Getting your immigration physical is a key part of the green card process, and the last thing you want is to show up unprepared or risk delays with your I-693 form. USCIS has strict requirements, and missing even one document can mean coming back for a second visit or waiting longer for your results. In this blog, we’ll outline a detailed checklist of what you need to bring, what to expect, and how to make sure your exam is completed smoothly the first time.
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Your Required Identification
Every applicant must bring a valid form of government-issued ID. USCIS needs to verify your identity with the civil surgeon, and without proper ID, the exam cannot legally be completed. Most people bring a passport, but these options are also accepted:
- Passport
- State ID
- Driver’s license
- National ID from your home country
- Work permit (EAD) in some cases
Make sure your ID is not expired. If your passport is the only ID you have, bring it even if it’s from your home country.
Your Completed (But Unsigned) I-693 Form
You can download the I-693 form directly from the USCIS website. You’re allowed to fill out the first section, but do not sign it before your appointment. USCIS requires that your signature be witnessed by the civil surgeon. If you sign it early, the form becomes invalid and you’ll have to redo it. At AFC Urgent Care Denver, you’ll receive your completed sealed packet in just 5 to 7 days.
Vaccination Records
One of the biggest sources of delays is missing or incomplete vaccine records. Bring any vaccination documentation you have, even if it’s old, handwritten, or from another country. Civil surgeons are used to seeing a wide range of records. Vaccines commonly required include:
- MMR
- Varicella
- Hepatitis B
- Tdap
- Flu (during flu season)
- COVID-19
If you don’t have records, don’t worry. The doctor can run bloodwork to check immunity or administer any missing vaccines during your visit.
Medical History Information
The exam includes a full review of your health background. Having this information prepared makes the appointment much faster. Please be sure to bring:
- A list of current medications
- Records of past surgeries
- Documentation for chronic conditions
- Any hospital or specialist reports if relevant
If you’re undergoing treatment for conditions like TB, diabetes, mental health disorders, or any infectious disease, bring supportive documentation from your provider.
Payment For Your Exam
Immigration physicals are not covered by insurance because they are considered immigration services, not medical necessity. Bring a form of payment accepted by the clinic. In most cases this includes a credit/debit card or cash. At AFC Urgent Care Denver, our immigration physicals cost $425 (not including chest X-rays or vaccines). Call ahead of time if vaccines or labs are needed so we can provide more information on cost.
What Happens During the Appointment
Most immigration physicals follow a predictable process. You’ll need:
- A full medical exam
- A review of your medical history
- A TB test (either blood test or skin test)
- Required bloodwork
- Vaccine review and immunizations, if needed
Once everything is complete and labs return, the civil surgeon fills out and seals your I-693 form within 5 to 7 days. USCIS requires the envelope to remain sealed. Do not open it or the form becomes invalid.
Get Affordable & Quick Immigration Physicals 7 Days a Week at AFC Urgent Care Denver
Most delays happen because applicants forget key documents, don’t bring vaccination records, or use an outdated form. Bring everything listed in this checklist, download the most recent I-693 form, and make sure your ID is valid and unexpired. Doing this ensures your exam is completed quickly and prevents unnecessary follow-up visits. At AFC Urgent Care Denver, you can rely on us to complete your immigration physical in a professional and timely manner. The services we provide are tailored to meet each patient’s unique health needs. We offer immigration physicals 7 days a week with no appointment necessary! If you have any additional questions about immigration physicals, or other services we provide, please call us directly at (303) 343-6000.
