Everything You Need to Know About Your Immigration Physical

April 8, 2025

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Immigration physicals are required when applying for a visa or green card in the United States. You’ll need to visit an approved doctor, get your vaccinations up to date, and possibly undergo a few tests. It might sound complicated, but we simplify it so you can continue your immigration journey. 

Dr. Jaxel Lopez-Sepulveda is an approved immigration physical doctor right here in Irving, Texas. He and our team at Clinica Tu Salud are ready to help and happy to schedule your immigration physical. 

Ready to get started? Here’s what you need to know.

What to bring to an immigration physical

After scheduling your immigration physical at Clinica Tu Salud, gather the items you must bring. 

  • Completed I693 form (part 1 only, don’t complete part 2)
  • Government-issued photo identification (ID), like a driver’s license, ID card, or passport
  • Form of payment (check, cash, or credit card)
  • Immunization records translated into English
  • List of medications and any previous medical conditions
  • Proof of treatment if you’ve been diagnosed with tuberculosis, syphilis, drug or alcohol misuse, or a mental health disorder
  • Interpreter (if needed) who can read, write, and speak English

Coming prepared for your appointment helps you complete your immigration physical without needing another visit. 

What happens at your immigration physical?

While immigration physicals vary from person to person, they all include the necessary steps. Dr. Lopez-Sepulveda reviews your documents, weighs you, checks your blood pressure and other vital signs, and discusses your medical history. 

He completes physical and mental health exams to evaluate your overall health and offers vaccinations when necessary. You may undergo screening for tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases ( STDs ), and other communicable diseases. You might need blood work , urine testing, lab tests, or X-rays to screen for potential concerns. 

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) guidelines say that the following conditions might make you ineligible to pass an immigration physical exam:

  • Failure to provide proof of vaccinations
  • Communicable disease posing a public health threat
  • Drug abuse or addiction
  • Mental health disorder associated with harmful behavior patterns

If any of these apply to you, Dr. Lopez-Sepulveda discusses treatment options. 

After you pass the immigration physical, Dr. Lopez-Sepulveda completes form I-693 and places it in a sealed envelope. Do not open the envelope. Submit it with form I-485 to USCIS.

How often to schedule immigration physicals

In the United States, immigration physical exam results are usually valid for two years from the date of Dr. Lopez-Sepulveda’s signature date. 

To learn more about immigration physicals at Clinica Tu Salud or to schedule an appointment, contact us today by phone or online.

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