USCIS issued an update to the expiration policy for Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. Previously, Form I-693 validity period was two years from the date of signature by a civil surgeon. Now, forms signed by a civil surgeon on or after November 1, 2023, no longer expire and retain evidentiary value indefinitely.

After consulting with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and leveraging advances in public health notifications, USCIS determined the updated policy is appropriate.  The properly completed Form I-693 signed by a civil surgeon on or after November 1, 2023, provides indefinite sufficient proof an applicant is not inadmissible based on a health-related basis.

Please note, for applicants with a completed and signed medical examination form by a civil surgeon prior to November 1, 2023, the completed and signed form continues with a two-year expiration date. Forms filed by Operation Allies Welcome parolees, however, do have a three-year validity period.

USCIS offices are still allowed to request additional information or require a new or updated Form I-693 if there is a reason to believe an applicant’s medical condition has changed. This applies to Form I-693 in all categories.

As always, we actively monitor ongoing updates to U.S. immigration policy. We work with our clients in their specific situations to keep them informed every step of the way. If you have questions about your medical examination requirements or any U.S. related immigration issue, please contact us.