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The Immigration Medical Examination for an I-485 Application of Status Adjustment

Hi William,

You have an appointment for immigration medical examination next week, for my I-485 application of status adjustment. What is the purpose of the exam? and how to submit the exam result to USCIS?

Answer,

A medical examination is a general requirement for an alien immigrant. The main purpose of the immigration medical examination is to make sure that the alien immigrant is admissible for not having a significant physical diseases or mental disorder of public health. For example, the tuberculosis can be a problem for immigration examination, which could be communicable or not be cured for a short time. The doctor may also ask you some questions, take a chest X-ray, and draw blood.

The immigration medical examination for an I-485 application of status adjustment includes:
  • A review of your medical history and immunization records;
  • A physical examination, including your eyes, ears, nose, throat, extremities, heart, lungs, abdomen, lymph nodes, and skin;
  • Tests for communicable diseases, such as tuberculosis, syphilis, and gonorrhea;
  • A mental evaluation;
  • A drug and alcohol screening.
After the examination, the doctor should fill Form I-693 - Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, to document the results of your medical exam. The doctor should sign the Form I-693, and seal the form in an envelope. You must submit the sealed envelope to USCIS, together with your other I-485 application documents.

You must submit the completed Form I-693 with your Form I-485 to USCIS. You should:
  • Get a copy of the completed Form I-693 for your personal records;
  • Do not open or alter the envelope containing the form;
  • Submit the form with your Form I-485 to avoid rejection.






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