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Question 1

Under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which section addresses inadmissibility on health-related grounds?

Accepted Answer

INA § 212(a)(1)

Answer

INA § 212(a)(1) lists the health-related grounds of inadmissibility, including communicable diseases, physical or mental disorders, and drug abuse.

Question 2

A completed I-693 form is generally valid for submission to USCIS for how long after the civil surgeon signs it?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

USCIS policy generally allows an I-693 to be submitted up to 2 years after the civil surgeon's signature date, though USCIS must adjudicate before it turns 4 years old.

Question 3

Which of the following applicant populations is exempt from the vaccination requirements of the immigration medical exam?

Accepted Answer

Refugees adjusting status under INA § 209

Answer

Refugees adjusting status under INA § 209 are exempt from vaccination requirements because they underwent overseas medical screening as part of the refugee admissions process.

Question 4

When a civil surgeon discovers a Class B condition during the immigration medical exam, what must occur?

Accepted Answer

The condition is noted on the I-693 but does not render the applicant inadmissible

Answer

Class B conditions are physical or mental abnormalities that are not disqualifying but must be documented on the I-693 for USCIS awareness.

Question 5

Which body of law authorizes the Secretary of HHS to designate communicable diseases of public health significance for immigration purposes?

Accepted Answer

The Public Health Service Act

Answer

The Public Health Service Act grants the Secretary of HHS the authority to designate communicable diseases that are grounds for immigration inadmissibility.

USCIS - Medical Exam Practice Test

USCIS - Medical Exam Practice Test

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