An immigration medical exam is a necessary part of immigrating to the United States and becoming a permanent resident (Green Card holder). Sometimes called a green card medical exam, the appointment is a routine part of the process to ensure public safety and remove the grounds for inadmissibility for intending immigrants.
Here at Century Medical, PC we understand how difficult it can be to obtain your U.S residency. Dr. Alexander Katz and our team are dedicated to making things easier for you by providing quick and efficient service. Let us help you navigate the entire Immigration Medical Exam (INS Exam) Process. Dr. Katz is USCIS certified doctor who can perform INS Exams that only take couple hours of your time.
What is the INS Exam
The INS Exam consists of several parts:
A review of your medical history and immunization records
A physical and mental evaluation
Drug and alcohol screening
Tests for various diseases and illnesses
What to Bring to the Exam
Bring the following to your medical exam:
Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record
Government-issued photo identification, such as a valid passport or driver’s license. If you are 14 years old or younger, bring identification that shows your name, date and place of birth and parent’s full name. Possible forms of identification include 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)
Medical insurance card (check with the our’s office to make sure we accept your medical plan)
Payment (check with the doctor’s office about acceptable forms of payment). It is also a good idea to call a few doctors to find out how much they charge for the exam. Prices can vary by a few hundred dollars.
More information about requirements for the immigration exam you can find on USCIS official website.
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