Attention U.S. immigration applicants: In accordance with the latest requirements from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the following adjustments have been made to U.S. immigrant visa medical examinations:
1. The medical examination fee has increased from 1,100 RMB to 1,300 RMB; vaccination fees are charged separately;
2. A new item has been added: urinalysis (for gonorrhea), applicable to all applicants aged 15 and older.
3. Applicants cannot undergo the examination during their menstrual period; examinations should be scheduled at least three days after the period has ended.
4. Children aged 2 to 14 are not permitted to undergo examinations on the day before any long public holiday.
5. The medical examination fee for children aged 2 to 14 is 1,500 RMB.
6. Medical examinations must be booked at least three working days in advance. Applicants must fill out the required forms and make an appointment for the immigration medical examination ahead of time.
Medical Examination Process
1. General physical examination: This includes checks for vision, height, weight, etc. The physical assessment also includes an evaluation of mental status.
2. Tuberculin Skin Test (TST): This is a screening for tuberculosis. Only applicants aged 2-14 are required to undergo this test. The report for this test takes 2 to 3 days to process. If the result is positive, a chest X-ray is required for confirmation.
3. Chest X-ray: This test is required for all applicants aged 15 and older.
4. Serological tests: Blood samples are collected from applicants aged 15 and older to screen for HIV and syphilis. If an applicant's parent tests positive for these, their children are also required to undergo testing.
5. Vaccinations: This requirement applies to immigration applicants aged 2 months to 18 years. Applicants under 18 should provide their previous vaccination records. The medical examination center will translate these records into English and upload them to the consulate; otherwise, the records will be considered invalid.
