USCIS Doctors Medical Documentation and Form I-693

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of Form I-693 in the immigration process?

Accepted Answer

To report the results of the immigration medical examination to USCIS

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To apply for a green card

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To request a waiver of medical inadmissibility

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To document an applicant's work history

Question 2

How long is a completed Form I-693 valid after the civil surgeon signs it?

Accepted Answer

2 years from the date of the civil surgeon's signature

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1 year from the date of the exam

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6 months from the date of filing

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Indefinitely until USCIS requests a new one

Question 3

In what manner must Form I-693 be submitted to USCIS?

Accepted Answer

In a sealed envelope signed by the civil surgeon across the seal

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Mailed directly to USCIS by the civil surgeon

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Scanned and uploaded to the USCIS online portal by the applicant

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Faxed to the USCIS field office

Question 4

Who is authorized to conduct the immigration medical examination and complete Form I-693?

Accepted Answer

A USCIS-designated civil surgeon

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Any licensed US physician

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A state health department physician

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A foreign-licensed doctor with US work authorization

Question 5

Which section of Form I-693 records the results of the tuberculosis evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Part 4 – Tuberculosis (TB) Evaluation

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Part 2 – Medical History

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Part 6 – Vaccination Record

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Part 1 – Applicant Information

Question 6

What happens if an applicant's Form I-693 expires before USCIS adjudicates their case?

Accepted Answer

The applicant must undergo a new medical examination with a civil surgeon

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USCIS automatically extends the validity

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The civil surgeon can re-sign the existing form

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The applicant must submit an affidavit explaining the delay