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USCIS Medical Exam Fees and Timelines: Questions People Often Ask
Educational framework only. Not medical or legal advice.
USCIS Medical Exam Fees and Timelines: Questions People Often Ask
Important Note
This page is for general information only. It does not give legal or medical advice. USCIS rules can change. Only USCIS and civil surgeons decide what applies to your case.
Why People Ask About Fees and Timelines
Many people want to understand costs and timing before scheduling an exam. Asking general questions helps set expectations.
This guide lists common questions people ask, not advice.
Common Questions About Fees
People often ask:
- What does the exam fee include?
- Are tests included in the price?
- When is payment due?
Clinics explain their own policies.
Common Questions About Timing
People also ask:
- How long does the appointment usually take?
- When is Form I-693 completed?
- How long does USCIS review the form?
Only USCIS controls application timelines.
What Questions Cannot Do
Asking questions:
- Does not change USCIS rules
- Does not guarantee faster processing
- Does not affect outcomes
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- Las personas suelen preguntar sobre costos y tiempos.
- Cada consultorio tiene sus propias reglas.
- USCIS controla el proceso.
- Hacer preguntas no garantiza resultados.
Bottom Line
Questions about fees and timelines can help with planning. USCIS makes all final decisions about immigration cases.
What this guide covers
USCIS rules can change and local clinic processes vary. This guide is meant to help you prepare, reduce delays, and avoid common paperwork mistakes.
Always confirm requirements with official USCIS instructions and your civil surgeon’s office.
Timelines and planning
Ask your clinic how long it typically takes to schedule, complete lab work, and finalize the sealed I‑693 packet (if they provide it).
If you have upcoming filing deadlines, schedule early—vaccinations, missing records, or lab results can add time.
Questions to ask the civil surgeon’s office
What documents do you need from me before the appointment?
Do you offer required vaccines on site, and what are the costs?
How do you handle missing immunization records or prior TB testing?
How and when do I receive the completed I‑693 (sealed), and what are your reissue policies if it’s lost or damaged?
Common mistakes that cause delays
Arriving without ID, missing vaccination records, or incomplete forms.
Not clarifying payment structure up front (exam fee vs labs vs vaccines).
Opening the sealed envelope if you receive one—always follow the clinic’s instructions.