What If the Civil Surgeon Makes a Mistake on Form I-693?
What If the Civil Surgeon Makes a Mistake on Form I-693?
Quick Answer
If an error is discovered on your Form I-693 before submission, contact the civil surgeon's office immediately. Corrections must be made by the civil surgeon — you cannot make corrections yourself. Depending on the nature of the error, the form may need to be corrected and re-sealed or a new examination may be required.
Types of Errors That Can Occur on Form I-693
Errors on Form I-693 can range from minor clerical mistakes — such as a misspelled name or incorrect date of birth — to more significant errors such as missing vaccination documentation, incorrect test results, or incomplete sections. Minor clerical errors may be correctable without a new examination, while more significant errors may require the form to be redone entirely. The civil surgeon will assess the nature of the error and advise on the appropriate correction.
How to Report an Error Before Submission
If you discover an error on your Form I-693 before submitting it to USCIS, contact the civil surgeon's office immediately. Do not attempt to correct the error yourself — any unauthorized changes to Form I-693 will invalidate the form. The civil surgeon's office will review the error and determine whether it can be corrected on the existing form or whether a new examination is required. At ImmigrationMedicalExams.com, we take accuracy seriously and will work promptly to correct any errors.
Correcting Errors Before Sealing
If the error is discovered before the envelope is sealed, the civil surgeon can correct the form directly. Minor corrections should be initialed and dated by the civil surgeon. After corrections are made, the form is placed in a new envelope, sealed, and signed across the seal. You should receive an updated copy of the corrected form for your records before the envelope is sealed.
What Happens If the Error Is Discovered After Sealing
If the error is discovered after the envelope has been sealed but before submission to USCIS, the situation is more complicated. Opening the sealed envelope to correct the error will invalidate the form. In most cases, a new examination will be required. Contact the civil surgeon's office to discuss your options. In some limited circumstances, the civil surgeon may be able to provide a supplemental letter addressing a minor clerical error without requiring a new examination, but this depends on the nature of the error and USCIS policy.
Errors Discovered After USCIS Submission
If an error is discovered after Form I-693 has been submitted to USCIS, contact your immigration attorney immediately. Depending on the nature of the error and the stage of your application, USCIS may issue an RFE requesting clarification or a new examination. Your attorney can advise on the best way to address the error with USCIS. In some cases, proactively notifying USCIS of an error and providing a corrected form may be the best approach.
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