If you’re applying for a U.S. green card or adjustment of status, completing the required immigration physical exam is a critical step. At RescueMD, our USCIS–designated civil surgeons provide streamlined, affordable, and comprehensive immigration physicals to help you complete your paperwork quickly and correctly.
This SEO‑optimized guide explains what to expect, updated vaccine requirements, enhanced infectious disease screenings, timelines, and the forms you’ll need—plus helpful location-specific links across Allen, Frisco, McKinney, Plano, and Dallas.
What to Expect During Your Immigration Physical
The immigration medical exam is designed to ensure applicants do not have medical conditions that would make them inadmissible to the United States. At RescueMD, the process is simple, patient‑friendly, and typically completed in one visit. Here’s what your appointment includes:
- Review of your medical history and vaccination records
- Physical examination by a USCIS civil surgeon
- Required laboratory testing (e.g., syphilis, gonorrhea)
- Tuberculosis screening per updated USCIS TB guidelines
- Mental health and substance screening
- Completion of USCIS Form I‑693, properly sealed
Updated USCIS Vaccine Requirements (2025)
USCIS follows CDC guidelines for immigration medical exams. Applicants must demonstrate vaccination against certain preventable illnesses. As of 2025, required vaccines commonly include:
- COVID‑19 (full vaccination required for most applicants)
- Influenza (required if exam occurs during flu season)
- MMR – Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- Varicella (Chickenpox)
- Tdap or Td (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
- Hepatitis B
- Polio
- Pneumococcal (for certain age groups)
- Rotavirus and Hib (for children)
If you are missing any vaccines, RescueMD can administer them on‑site or guide you on how to update them to ensure your I‑693 form is fully compliant.
Enhanced Screening for Infectious Diseases
USCIS requires screening for specific communicable diseases of public health significance. Screening typically includes:
- **Tuberculosis (TB)** — updated CDC TB guidelines require an IGRA blood test such as QuantiFERON. Chest X‑ray only required if IGRA is positive.
- **Syphilis testing** — required for applicants age 15+.
- **Gonorrhea testing** — required for applicants age 15+.
- **Physical and mental health evaluation** to identify disorders related to harmful behavior.
How Long Does It Take to Get Results?
Most applicants complete their immigration physical in one visit. Lab results typically return within **3–5 business days**. After results are received, your civil surgeon finalizes and seals Form I‑693. You will receive:
- A sealed envelope for USCIS (must remain unopened).
- A personal copy of your completed I‑693 for your records.
Forms Provided and Completed
- USCIS Form I‑693 (Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record)
- Vaccination documentation
- Laboratory reports for TB, syphilis, and gonorrhea
- Any supplemental documentation required by USCIS
Why Choose RescueMD for Your Immigration Exam?
RescueMD provides fast, affordable, and fully compliant immigration physicals with transparent pricing. Our clinics in Allen, Frisco, Plano, McKinney, and Dallas offer same‑day and next‑day appointments.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- On‑site vaccines available
- Fast turnaround time for results
- Convenient locations across North Texas
- USCIS‑approved civil surgeons at every clinic
Find an Immigration Physical Location Near You
- Immigration Physical Allen: https://www.myrescuemd.com/ services/ immigration-physical-in-allen-tx/
- Immigration Physical Frisco: https://www.myrescuemd.com/ services/ immigration-physical-in-frisco-tx/
- Immigration Physical McKinney: https://www.myrescuemd.com/ services/ immigration-physical-in-mckinney-tx/
- Immigration Physical Plano: https://www.myrescuemd.com/ services/ immigration-physical-in-plano-tx/
- Immigration Physical Dallas: https://www.myrescuemd.com/ services/ immigration-physical-in-dallas-tx/