Understanding Form I-693 RFEs

A Request for Evidence (RFE) related to Form I-693 is issued by USCIS when the submitted medical examination documentation is incomplete, expired, or otherwise deficient. RFEs related to Form I-693 are relatively common and can usually be resolved efficiently with the right approach.

When your client receives an RFE related to their immigration medical examination, prompt action is essential. USCIS sets a response deadline, and failure to respond adequately and on time can result in denial of the application.

Common Reasons for Form I-693 RFEs

Understanding the most common causes of Form I-693 RFEs helps attorneys and their clients respond effectively.

• Missing or incomplete vaccination documentation
• Form I-693 completed by a physician who is not a USCIS-designated civil surgeon
• Expired Form I-693 (form validity rules have changed over time)
• Missing laboratory test results
• Incomplete physical examination findings
• Failure to address a specific medical condition or inadmissibility ground
• Unsigned or improperly executed form

Steps for Attorneys When an RFE Is Received

When your client receives a Form I-693 RFE, carefully review the specific deficiency identified by USCIS. The RFE will typically specify exactly what is missing or needs to be corrected.

Contact our office as soon as possible to discuss the RFE. We can review the specific deficiency and advise on the most efficient path to resolution. In many cases, we can schedule a follow-up appointment to address the specific issue identified in the RFE.

Resolving RFEs Efficiently

We are experienced in working with immigration attorneys to resolve Form I-693 RFEs efficiently. Depending on the nature of the RFE, resolution may involve a supplemental vaccination appointment, a new complete examination, or additional documentation. We will work with you and your client to meet the USCIS response deadline.