Visa categories requiring an immigration physical exam?
There are certain categories of individuals who are applying for a visa to enter the United States who must first have an immigration physical exam. This physical exam must be conducted by a doctor appointed as a U.S. Civil Surgeon. These are adjustment of status, immigrant visas, V and K nonimmigrant visas, and refugees. Additionally, those applying for an asylee adjustment of status will require an immigration physical exam.
Adjustment of status, immigrant and nonimmigrant visas
Applicants for an adjustment of status or for an immigrant visa must undergo an immigration physical exam. This type of immigration physical exam must include a vaccination assessment. Individuals applying for a K or V nonimmigrant visa also must undergo an immigration physical exam. Germantown Primary Care Associates in Germantown, MD has certified physicians who can perform the immigration physical exam. Anyone in Montgomery County can make an appointment with one of our doctors for an immigration physical exam.
Refugees and adjustment of status
Individuals who reside outside of the United States and who are applying for admission as refugees must undergo an immigration physical exam. Individuals who are granted refugee status in the U.S. become eligible to apply for Adjustment of Status one year after they are granted refugee admission.
Asylees and asylee adjustment of status
Individuals who are already residing in the United States and who are applying for Asylum do not need an immigration physical exam. When someone is granted asylum within the United States, they become eligible to apply for adjustment of status one year after their initial approval for asylum.
Germantown Primary Care Associates and their staff are qualified to perform any type of immigration physical exam. Dr. Manbir Takhar, the medical director at Germantown Primary Care Associates is a certified U.S. Civil Surgeon. Call her today to make an appointment for an immigration physical exam.
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