Question: I have applied for my green card and I will be required to take the Immigration Medical Examination. How long will it take?

Congratulations – if you have applied for the green card, one of the processes that are mandatory is the Green Card Medical. The exam usually takes 1 to 3 visits to complete.

Question: I have already appeared for the Immigration Medical. But I have a doubt that the Civil Surgeon will share my results. Is that possible?

The results and corresponding reports of your examination are strictly confidential and will be used for the purposes of immigration only. However, if the Civil Surgeon is asked to share the report with the Public Health officials he will be bound to do so.

Question: I just appeared for the Immigration Medical – what is the next step now?

There is still a long way to go! The Green Card or Immigration Medical is only one among the many steps involved, leading up to the Green Card. If you need more information you can visit the USCIS website for details on the steps necessary.

Question: How much time are the results of the Immigration Medical examination valid for?

The results are generally valid for 12 months, so try and schedule the exam as close to the time you file for adjustment of status as possible.