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Form I-910: Application for Civil Surgeon Designation

USCIS Form I-910 is the application for medical professionals seeking designation as civil surgeons to conduct immigration medical examinations. This form is used when a qualified physician wants to be authorized by USCIS to perform the required medical exams for immigration applicants.

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Form Overview

USCIS Form I-910 - Application for Civil Surgeon Designation

USCIS Form I-910 is the application for medical professionals seeking designation as civil surgeons to conduct immigration medical examinations. This form is used when a qualified physician wants to be authorized by USCIS to perform the required medical exams for immigration applicants.

The form captures the physician's professional credentials, medical training, practice information, and agreement to follow USCIS medical examination requirements.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1Using an outdated form version will result in rejection of your application.
  • 2Incomplete professional credentials documentation
  • 3Missing medical license verification
  • 4Failure to provide proof of immigration medicine training
  • 5Incorrect mailing address submission

Plain English

Form I-910 allows doctors to become official civil surgeons who can perform immigration medical exams. Civil surgeons are medical professionals approved by the U.S. government to check if immigrants meet health requirements for their visa or green card application.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: Applications should be submitted when a physician wishes to begin conducting immigration medical examinations, typically before accepting any immigration medical cases.
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

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What this form is for

  • Use this form when you are a licensed physician seeking civil surgeon designation
  • Do not use this form if you are not a qualified medical professional
  • Check Form I-693 for immigration medical examination requirements for applicants

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Seeking medical certification for immigration

Required for all immigration medical exams

✓ Form I-693 is for applicants, not physicians

Form I-693

Updating civil surgeon information

For changes to existing designation

✓ Must be submitted after designation approval

Form I-910 Supplement A

Deadline or filing window

There is no specified deadline for submitting Form I-910, as applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. However, approval is required before conducting any immigration medical examinations, so submit the application well before you plan to begin seeing immigration patients.

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Professional credentials

Medical license and board certifications · State medical board website

⚠ Submitting expired licenses✕ High
2

Immigration medicine training

Certificate of completion · Training program records

⚠ Not providing proof✕ High
3

Malpractice insurance

Current insurance certificate · Insurance provider documentation

⚠ Insufficient coverage✕ Medium
4

Practice information

Office location and contact details · Practice letterhead or website

⚠ Incomplete information✕ Low

Before you submit

  1. 1Verify all professional credentials are current and valid
  2. 2Ensure medical license is in good standing
  3. 3Include proof of immigration medicine training
  4. 4Attach malpractice insurance documentation
  5. 5Complete all sections of the form
  6. 6Sign and date the application
  7. 7Make a copy of the complete application before mailing
  8. 8Use the correct mailing address as specified in instructions

How to file this form

  1. 1Obtain the latest version of Form I-910 from the USCIS website
  2. 2Complete all sections with accurate professional information
  3. 3Gather and attach required supporting documents
  4. 4Mail the completed application to the designated USCIS address
  5. 5Wait for approval notification before conducting any immigration medical exams
  6. 6Maintain records of all submitted materials for future reference

Known limitations

  1. 1The form does not guarantee approval of civil surgeon designation
  2. 2Approval is subject to USCIS verification of credentials
  3. 3Designation must be renewed periodically as specified by USCIS
  4. 4The form does not authorize medical practice outside immigration examinations

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7 fields

Applicant Info

3 items

Full Legal Name

Your current legal name.

Requiredtext
Date of Birth

MM/DD/YYYY.

Requireddate
A-Number

Alien Registration Number if previously assigned.

text

Details

1 items

Basis for Application

The specific reason or legal basis for filing this form.

Requiredtext

Evidence

1 items

Supporting Documentation

List of documents supporting this application.

Requiredtext

Signatures

2 items

Applicant Signature

Sign under penalty of perjury.

Requiredsignature
Date of Signature

MM/DD/YYYY.

Requireddate
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Current form status
USCIS

The current form status is active, but applicants should verify the latest version on the USCIS website before submitting, as forms are periodically updated.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date: Verify the current edition date on the USCIS website
  • Fee: No filing fee required for this application
  • Mailing address: Check the form instructions for the correct mailing address
  • Supporting documents: Include all required credentials and training certificates
  • Signature: Ensure the application is properly signed and dated

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Quick Facts

Medical doctors with a valid U.S. medical license and appropriate training in immigration medicine file this form to become designated civil surgeons.
The form captures the physician's professional credentials, medical training, practice information, and agreement to follow USCIS medical examination requirements.
Applications should be submitted when a physician wishes to begin conducting immigration medical examinations, typically before accepting any immigration medical cases.
The completed form must be mailed to the USCIS office designated for civil surgeon designation applications, as specified in the form instructions.
Mistakes in the application can result in denial of designation, delaying the physician's ability to conduct immigration medical exams and potentially affecting applicants' immigration timelines.
Complete the form with accurate professional information, attach required credentials and documentation, and submit by mail to the appropriate USCIS office. Wait for approval before conducting any immigration medical examinations.

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After you file

  1. 1Keep a copy of the submitted application and all supporting documents
  2. 2Monitor mail and email for USCIS correspondence
  3. 3Do not conduct immigration medical exams until receiving official designation
  4. 4Note the expiration date of your designation
  5. 5Maintain ongoing compliance with USCIS medical examination requirements
  6. 6Submit Form I-910 Supplement A for any changes to your information
  7. 7Reapply before designation expiration to maintain authorization

Sources

  • SRCForm purpose: Application for Civil Surgeon Designation
  • SRCFiling location: USCIS designated office (address varies)
  • SRCProcessing time: Not specified in provided source
  • SRCApproval requirements: Medical license, immigration medicine training, malpractice insurance
  • SRCDesignation renewal: Required periodically (frequency not specified)
  • SRCApplication fee: No fee mentioned in provided source
  • SRCForm version: Must use current edition (specific version not provided)

Common confusion points

Civil surgeon vs regular physician

Civil surgeons have additional authorization for immigration exams

→ Check if your medical license includes immigration examination authority

Training requirements

Not all medical training qualifies for civil surgeon designation

→ Verify specific immigration medicine training requirements

Form submission timing

Submit before conducting any immigration exams

→ Never conduct exams without prior approval

Designation renewal

Designation expires and must be renewed

→ Track expiration date and submit renewal before it lapses

Jurisdiction limitations

Civil surgeon designation may have geographic limits

→ Confirm if your practice location falls within your authorized area

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Related forms and next steps

6 signals

Before

Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification (for employers)

Current

I-910

After

Form I-910 Supplement A, Request for Change of Civil Surgeon Designation Information

Often used with

Form I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of StatusForm I-693A, Request for Initial Extension of Medical Examination

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