As we grow closer to September 30, 2022, USCIS issued a reminder toapplicants of the proper process regarding submitting Form I-693, Report ofMedical Examination and Vaccination Record. In order to ensure efficient processing,the Service recommends the following when submitting a medical exam Form I-693:
1.) If you have already submitted yourForm I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, thenyou should not send the Form I-693 separately until USCIS issuesa notice requesting the form be sent to them.
2.) Similarly, if a Form I-693 was notincluded with your I-485 petition, and the underlying petition (I-130 or I-140)is approved, and your priority date is current on the final action chart, thenyou may want to schedule an appointment with a civil surgeon so that you canhave the completed I-693 on hand when the request arrives. To locate a civilsurgeon please visit the USCIS website here.
3.) If you have not yet filed your I-485but are planning on filing it in the immediate future, USCIS recommends includinga completed form I-693 at the time of filing.
4.) USCIS has temporarily extended thetime that the civil surgeon’s signature remains valid on the Form I-693 untilSeptember 30, 2022. Signatures currently are valid for two years from the datethe form is signed.
USCIShas the goal of using all the available employment-based immigrant visas (greencards) this fiscal year even with the increased number of immigrant visasavailable. Should you have any questions regarding your personal case, pleasereach out to your attorney or contact at MU.