Are Immigration Physicals Accepted from Any Healthcare Provider?
No, immigration physicals are not accepted from just any healthcare provider. In the United States, only physicians who are designated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as civil surgeons are authorized to perform immigration physicals and sign the necessary medical forms. These civil surgeons are specially trained to conduct the required health screenings and tests, document the results, and submit the findings to immigration authorities as part of the visa or green card application process.
To ensure that the immigration physical is completed correctly, applicants must use a civil surgeon who has been approved by USCIS. While most primary care doctors and general practitioners can provide standard healthcare, they are not authorized to perform immigration physicals unless they hold the civil surgeon designation. To find an approved civil surgeon, applicants can visit the USCIS website or consult with an immigration attorney for guidance. It’s important to select an authorized healthcare provider to avoid delays in the immigration process.
