For everyone filling up their green card medical application form, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has made your lives easier.
The USCIS has removed the 60-day rule for civil surgeon signatures on the immigration medical exam. Now, you can file a signed form up to 2 years from when the civil surgeon signed it.
Why does this matter?
Before, the USCIS strictly demanded that civil surgeons sign at at most 60 days before the form’s submission.
For many busy immigrants, this was a steep ask, even a costly one since getting that signature then submitting the form has meant days taken off from their routine.
What should you do with the extra time?
With more time, green card applicants can spend more time making sure that their application is complete.
For those having trouble with their medical exam, this could mean more time to look for a doctor they can trust and then meeting them at their most convenient time.
How do I find a civil surgeon?
The USCIS has a list of approved practitioners on their website. The medical examination involves physical examination and blood and urine tests. It also includes a check on your immunization against diseases.
Bring your passport and your immunization records so that the civil surgeon can easily check your immunization history.
Medical examination on Form I-693 are part of an Application for Adjustment of Status to resident status. They are usually filed simultaneously with I-485s and I-130s forms.
