pls not another medical exam ...

[mexi 0]

so for any of u who knew about my story... i just sent my AOS today WOOO finally!

...... but yet again another problem is bothering me...

... my medical exam, that i took w/ a designated civil surgeon, is expiring ... NEXT WEEK - aug 25. ( i had it aug 25 of last year)

when they say, "valid for one year", does the count end at/when:

- you FILED AOS ??

- when they've actually 'touched' it ??

- on your interview ??

man.. this whole thing is such a whole lot of pressure.

[JenT 0]

Yeah Mexi!! Congratulations!!! Here's the answer about your medical from our FAQ:

6.2.2)....Will I need to take another medical exam since the medical report is only good for one year??

A...In most cases, no. The results of your K1/K2 medical were in the "sealed envelope" that you brought with you from your home country. The I-485 instructions mention that no additional medical is required if filing for AOS within a year of the medical required to obtain the K1/K2. You should simply send in a copy of the I693A (sheet that lists your vaccinations) that your doctor should have provided overseas when you had your medical. And...according to a newsgroup posting...."Went up to the local USCIS (INS) office in Omaha today and they told me that the letter saying "Adjustment of Status / I130 Interview" is just a form letter they send out whether you've applied under a I485 OR a I130.... They also told me that, despite what the letter says, I do NOT need to get another medical done even though its been more than 12 months since my K1 medical at the London Embassy."

FAQ Note: The current I-485 instructions mention a "vaccination supplement". Again as a K1 / K2 Visa holder you should have a copy of this from your exam overseas. If not you will need to make an appointment with an USCIS (INS) approved physician in your area to obtain this paperwork and/or additional vaccinations.

... hope this helps,

Jen

[Waiting in Vancouver 6]

Yeah Mexi!! Congratulations!!! Here's the answer about your medical from our FAQ:

6.2.2)....Will I need to take another medical exam since the medical report is only good for one year??

A...In most cases, no. The results of your K1/K2 medical were in the "sealed envelope" that you brought with you from your home country. The I-485 instructions mention that no additional medical is required if filing for AOS within a year of the medical required to obtain the K1/K2. You should simply send in a copy of the I693A (sheet that lists your vaccinations) that your doctor should have provided overseas when you had your medical. And...according to a newsgroup posting...."Went up to the local USCIS (INS) office in Omaha today and they told me that the letter saying "Adjustment of Status / I130 Interview" is just a form letter they send out whether you've applied under a I485 OR a I130.... They also told me that, despite what the letter says, I do NOT need to get another medical done even though its been more than 12 months since my K1 medical at the London Embassy."

FAQ Note: The current I-485 instructions mention a "vaccination supplement". Again as a K1 / K2 Visa holder you should have a copy of this from your exam overseas. If not you will need to make an appointment with an USCIS (INS) approved physician in your area to obtain this paperwork and/or additional vaccinations.

... hope this helps,

Jen

The immunisation form that the doctor supplies you in your home country might not always be the correct form ...

The one the doctor supplied me in Canada for my K-1 medical says for use in Canada only ... So now I have to go to a panel physician and have them transfer the info to a vaccination supplement ... Seems kinda stupid but I guess it is best to do it correctly then to get a RFE ...

Edited August 17, 2006 by Waiting in Vancouver

[JenT 0]

Yeah Mexi!! Congratulations!!! Here's the answer about your medical from our FAQ:

6.2.2)....Will I need to take another medical exam since the medical report is only good for one year??

A...In most cases, no. The results of your K1/K2 medical were in the "sealed envelope" that you brought with you from your home country. The I-485 instructions mention that no additional medical is required if filing for AOS within a year of the medical required to obtain the K1/K2. You should simply send in a copy of the I693A (sheet that lists your vaccinations) that your doctor should have provided overseas when you had your medical. And...according to a newsgroup posting...."Went up to the local USCIS (INS) office in Omaha today and they told me that the letter saying "Adjustment of Status / I130 Interview" is just a form letter they send out whether you've applied under a I485 OR a I130.... They also told me that, despite what the letter says, I do NOT need to get another medical done even though its been more than 12 months since my K1 medical at the London Embassy."

FAQ Note: The current I-485 instructions mention a "vaccination supplement". Again as a K1 / K2 Visa holder you should have a copy of this from your exam overseas. If not you will need to make an appointment with an USCIS (INS) approved physician in your area to obtain this paperwork and/or additional vaccinations.

... hope this helps,

Jen

The immunisation form that the doctor supplies you in your home country might not always be the correct form ...

The one the doctor supplied me in Canada for my K-1 medical says for use in Canada only ... So now I have to go to a panel physician and have them transfer the info to a vaccination supplement ... Seems kinda stupid but I guess it is best to do it correctly then to get a RFE ...

Good to know.... in the US, you need to see a civil surgeon, though. There are no panel physicians here.

Jen

[Hilarious Clinton 452]

Are all adjustment of status applicants required to have a medical examination?

Most applicants for adjustment of status are required to have a medical examination. The medical examination must be conducted by a civil surgeon who has been designated by the USCIS. The examination must be documented using Form I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status.

EXCEPTIONS:

2. Ks: If you were admitted to the United States as a fiance(e) (K-1), child of a fiance(e) (K-2), Spouse of a U.S. citizen (K-3), or child of K-3 (K-4), and received a medical examination prior to admission, then you do not require another medical examination as long as your application for adjustment of status (Form I-485) is filed within one year of your overseas medical examination. You will, however, be required to submit a vaccination supplement with our adjustment of status application. The vaccination supplement must be completed by a designated civil surgeon.

http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/i-693faq.htm