Medical Conditions and the Immigration Medical Exam
Educational guides explaining how common health conditions relate to the USCIS Form I-693 process — written in plain language for patients and families.
Important Medical Disclaimer
The articles on this page are for general educational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Information about specific medical conditions and their relationship to immigration law is subject to change. Do not make medical or legal decisions based solely on this content. Always consult a USCIS-designated Civil Surgeon for medical guidance and a licensed immigration attorney for legal advice specific to your situation.
Note: USCIS policies and inadmissibility grounds are subject to change. The information below reflects general educational content and may not reflect the most current USCIS Technical Instructions. Verify all requirements with a qualified civil surgeon.
Condition-Specific Guides
Plain-language educational articles about how specific health conditions are handled in the USCIS immigration medical exam process.
Diabetes and the Immigration Medical Exam
Explains how diabetes is documented on Form I-693 and what applicants with diabetes should know before their exam.
Hypertension and the Immigration Medical Exam
Covers how high blood pressure is assessed and documented during the immigration physical.
Heart Disease and the Immigration Medical Exam
Educational overview of how cardiovascular conditions are evaluated and reported on Form I-693.
Hepatitis B and C and the Immigration Medical Exam
Explains hepatitis testing requirements, what reactive results mean, and how hepatitis is documented.
HIV and the Immigration Medical Exam
Factual, compassionate guide explaining that HIV is no longer a ground of inadmissibility and how it is handled in the exam.
Previous Tuberculosis and the Immigration Medical Exam
Explains how a history of TB treatment is documented and what additional steps may be required.
Mental Health History and the Immigration Medical Exam
Educational overview of how mental health history is assessed and when it may be relevant to Form I-693.
Disabilities and the Immigration Medical Exam
Explains accommodations available for applicants with disabilities and how the exam process can be adapted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about medical conditions and the USCIS immigration medical exam.
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