Immigration exam guides – My Immigration Clinic

I-693 Sealed Envelope and Validity: The 2026 Rules Explained

Why you must never open your I-693 envelope, how long the medical exam stays valid under the current USCIS rules, and when to schedule your exam.

6 Common I-693 Mistakes That Delay Green Card Applications

Avoid the most common Form I-693 mistakes, from opening the sealed envelope to filing without your I-485, so your green card application isn’t delayed.

Immigration Medical Exam for Children: What Parents Should Know

How the I-693 immigration medical exam works for babies, children and teens: which tests apply by age, vaccine requirements and tips for a smooth family visit.

What Happens at Your I-693 Immigration Medical Exam (Step by Step)

A step-by-step walkthrough of the I-693 immigration medical exam: medical history, physical exam, TB and blood tests, vaccine review and the sealed form.

What to Bring to Your I-693 Immigration Medical Exam

A simple checklist for your green card medical exam — ID, vaccination records, medical history and payment — so you can finish in one visit.

Vaccines Required for a Green Card, by Age (2026)

Which vaccines the CDC requires for the I-693 at each age — from infants to adults 65+ — plus what changed with COVID-19 and how many doses you need.

Titer Testing vs. Vaccines for Your I-693: Which Is Better?

Lost your vaccination records? A titer blood test can prove immunity instead. Here is when a titer makes sense, when a vaccine is simpler, and what the CDC accepts.

How Long Does It Take to Get Your I-693?

The visit takes 30–60 minutes and most signed forms are ready within a few business days. What affects the timeline, and how to get your I-693 faster.