US Civil Surgeons

Virginia · Updated November 2026

Civil surgeons in Virginia

Northern Virginia accounts for most of the state's green card applicants, with Fairfax and Alexandria clinics also serving the wider Washington, D.C. area.

If you file Form I-485 in Virginia, you need a medical exam by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. The results go on Form I-693. Most of the state's green card applicants live in Northern Virginia, so Fairfax and Alexandria clinics also serve the wider Washington, D.C. area.

Since December 2, 2024, USCIS generally wants Form I-693 filed together with Form I-485. A filing without it can be rejected. The civil surgeon must sign the form no more than 60 days before you file. This directory lists civil surgeons and immigration lawyers in Fairfax, Alexandria, Richmond, Virginia Beach and Woodbridge.

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Highest rated across Virginia

  1. GIHS Group (Dr. Lishan Kassa, MD) in Alexandria
    4.8(280 Google reviews)
  2. Prima Urgent Care Fairfax, VA in Fairfax
    4.9(1,283 Google reviews)
  3. Global Vitality Clinic in Washington
    5.0(290 Google reviews)
  4. Medical Office of Dr. Girma Tefera in Springfield
    5.0(282 Google reviews)
  5. Kar Medical Care - Primary Care & Weight Loss in Woodbridge
    4.9(485 Google reviews)
  6. Prima Medicine - Merrifield in Fairfax
    4.9(348 Google reviews)

Green card medical exam in Virginia: FAQs

How do I find a civil surgeon in Virginia?

Start with the USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon tool on uscis.gov. It lists only doctors USCIS has designated. Search by ZIP code in Fairfax, Alexandria, Richmond, Virginia Beach or Woodbridge. Then call ahead to ask about the fee, wait times and the vaccines they offer. An immigration lawyer can also suggest a doctor.

How much does the green card medical exam cost in Virginia?

USCIS does not set the price. Each civil surgeon sets their own fee. Total cost commonly runs from about $200 to $500 or more, depending on the city, lab tests and how many vaccines you need. Health insurance often does not cover it. Ask for a written breakdown before you book.

Do I need an immigration lawyer in Virginia for my green card?

No. An immigration lawyer is not required for a green card. Many people hire one for complex cases, such as past visa problems, criminal records, prior denials or removal proceedings. A lawyer can also help you plan the I-693 signing so it falls within 60 days of your filing date.

Looking for immigration lawyers instead? See immigration lawyers in Virginia.