What To Expect For An Immigration Exam

A medical immigration exam in Houston, TX, is necessary to obtain citizenship or a permanent resident (green) card. At Lawndale Medical Clinic, our team of doctors is eager to assist you through the process. We have Civil Surgeon status, which allows us to administer immunizations and perform your immigration exam in Houston, TX. This status also implies that our doctors are well-versed in the entire immigration process and United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) guidelines, ensuring you never have incomplete or incorrect paperwork. Here's what you need to know about using our medical team for your upcoming immigration exam in Houston, TX, and how to prepare. Our board-certified or board-eligible doctors believe in making immigration exams accessible to everyone.

What To Know Before Getting An Immigration Exam

Before you can immigrate, you must first pass an immigration medical exam. To prepare, you need as much relevant documentation as possible to reduce the chances of a delay in your application. Do NOT forget to bring the following documents to your exam.

  • A complete copy of your medical history
  • Vaccination and immunization records
  • Copies of chest X-rays
  • If you have a health condition, it's beneficial to bring your physician's letter summarizing a treatment plan.
  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Health insurance card

You can expect your medical exam to include a physical examination, a medical review, a chest X-ray, and blood tests for syphilis, in addition to an inspection of the ears, eyes, nose, throat, heart, extremities, lungs, lymph nodes, abdomen, and skin.

Lawndale Medical Clinic has assisted countless individuals and families in obtaining their immigration exams in Houston, TX, and living healthy and happy. After your medical examination, Lawndale Medical Clinic will give you your I-693 paperwork to submit to the USCIS. You'll also receive a copy for your records. For questions about your upcoming immigration exam in Houston, TX, or to make an appointment with one of our doctors, contact us at (713) 924-4907.