athman Arumugam
Feb 13, 2026
I-693 Medical exam retake
Hi All,
I filled GC in EB1C on October 2022 . The medical exam that I had submitted in 2022 have got expired and I am asked to retake it for myself and my family members. I am planning to do the below steps for my dependants and myself, kindly confirm
Schedule medical exams for myself and each dependent with a USCIS‑designated civil surgeon.
Obtain the sealed envelopes from the civil surgeon for each individual.
The RFIE states: “You must submit the original form… in a sealed envelope from the Civil Surgeon.”
I will keep each envelope separate and attach the corresponding RFIE notice for that person.
Prepare four individual response packets, each containing:
The sealed I‑693 envelope for that applicant
A copy of that applicant’s RFIE letter
The RFIE emphasizes: “Please do not forget to include a copy of this letter with your response.”
Place all four individual packets into one shipping box and send the package via express courier to the address listed for courier deliveries:
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a mFeb 13, 2026
when did you got RFE? i am in oct 2022 as well, still waiting
athman ArumugamFeb 13, 2026
I got RFE on January 24
RW BMFeb 13, 2026
@A ATHIYUR what’s your block? MSC, SRC etc?
athman ArumugamFeb 13, 2026
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WP EB1CFeb 13, 2026
I am also OCT-31- 22 , What’s your date? so that I can be hopeful?
j aFeb 13, 2026
@A ATHIYUR - for each person separte package ( medical report closed and sealed by civil Surgeon + copy of rfe received + may be a cover letter) . please keep the original receipts of couriers done.
Eb1_ 22Feb 13, 2026
@A ATHIYUR what you are planning looks good! Btw did you do anything to expedite the process?
VCEB1C Mar2022Feb 13, 2026
@Eb1_ 22 good question, @A ATHIYUR have you filled any amendments, any other activity with Your current immigration status? trying to figure out how uscis pick up the cases. BTW, mine is 25th March 2022 and no update.
athman ArumugamFeb 14, 2026
I did not do anything . my priority date is 5th October 2022.
M NarayFeb 14, 2026
wow.., good for you @ A ATHIYIR…. Many of us waiting for response filed Feb, march 2022 and all.., you are almost there 👏🏻
S SFeb 15, 2026
For each person separate package & post separately, rest all looks fine.
athman ArumugamFeb 15, 2026
thanks all for your response
Manifest LawFeb 16, 2026
Yes, your approach is correct. Each person needs a separate new I-693 from a USCIS civil surgeon, sealed and untouched. Do not open the envelopes. For the response, prepare individual packets per applicant with that person’s sealed I-693 and a copy of their specific RFIE notice, especially the page with the barcode. Then you can place all four smaller packets inside one outer shipping box and send it to the exact courier address listed on the RFIE. Just make sure the form edition is current, everything is signed properly, and it arrives before the deadline. That’s really the key.
- Attorney Ana Gabriela Urizar
(All information shared here is for general educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney - client relationship. Your situation may require fact-specific guidance. For personalized legal advice, please consult an immigration attorney directly.)
AJ VFeb 16, 2026
Was your online case status updated when you received the RFE, @A ATHIYUR?
Asking because I have a similar priority date, but since I have changed my address, I'm unsure if USCIS is sending any mail to my old address. I have updated my address using the USCIS address change tool, but can't confirm what's the mailing address they have on file.
Don SkFeb 17, 2026
@A ATHIYUR I had a similar RFIE , it was a polio vaccination update for myself and my spouse.
I submitted the updated file on Feb.2 and got EAD Approval Feb.3.
I am waiting for GC approval.
athman ArumugamFeb 17, 2026
@AJ V : yes the status got updated online once I received the RFE
athman ArumugamFeb 18, 2026
@Don Sk : did you do it yourself or went through an attorney
athman ArumugamFeb 18, 2026
@Manifest Law : thanks for your response
Don SkFeb 18, 2026
@A ATHIYUR I did everything by myself.
athman ArumugamFeb 20, 2026
thanks @Don Sk for your response
athman ArumugamMar 13, 2026
hi @Don Sk - did you receive your GC?
Don SkMar 14, 2026
@athman Arumugam Yes I received my GC now
athman ArumugamMar 15, 2026
so it took a month approx after medical RFE submitted
athman ArumugamMar 30, 2026
hi. my case was updated to say that fingerprints taken were added to the case. what’s the next step.

