pulmonary

A Green Card Medical Exam Experience You Can Depend On

IMMIGRATION MEDICAL EXAMS

If you are looking to apply for your United States green card, you will need to ensure all of your medical exams and vaccinations are up to date. As an important part of the immigration application, you will need to schedule and pass a green card medical exam. The purpose of this exam is to ensure you are healthy and that you do not have a health condition that can deny you a green card.

The green card medical exam experience includes:

  • A review of your previous medical history and vaccination status
  • A physical evaluation
  • A mental health evaluation
  • Tests for various illnesses and underlying conditions
  • Drug and alcohol screening

This all may sound overwhelming, but do not worry. It is quite rare to fail your medical exam. 

When to Schedule Your Immigration Medical Exam

When to schedule your exam depends on your current location. 


If you are applying from within the United States, schedule your appointment before you begin the green card application process. This way you will submit your medical exam alongside your actual application.


If you are applying for your green card from abroad, then you will want to schedule your exam only once you have received your green card interview appointment letter from the National Visa Center. 


What to Bring to Your Exam

In order to ensure a smooth medical exam, we suggest you bring the following documents (if possible):

  • All immunization and vaccination records,
  • A copy of your holistic medical history,
  • Copies from previous X-rays,
  • Copies of any prescription medications,
  • Any documentation from your current medical provider that describes any of your current health conditions, problems, and your treatment plan. 


When to Schedule Your Immigration Medical Exam

When to schedule your exam depends on your current location. 


If you are applying from within the United States, schedule your appointment before you begin the green card application process. This way you will submit your medical exam alongside your actual application.


If you are applying for your green card from abroad, then you will want to schedule your exam only once you have received your green card interview appointment letter from the National Visa Center. 


What to Bring to Your Exam


In order to ensure a smooth green card medical exam experience, we suggest you bring the following documents (if possible):


  • All immunization and vaccination records
  • A copy of your holistic medical history
  • Copies from previous X-rays
  • Copies of any prescription medications
  • Any documentation from your current medical provider that describes any of your current health conditions, problems, and treatment plans


If you are looking to schedule an immigration medical exam, call Brookshire Family Practice today.