Health, insurance & clearances
The immigration medical examination and vaccinations, insurance and police certificates.
3 US resources in this topic
Requirements & how-to guidance
- Travel & health insuranceGuidance
Insurance is not required for most US visitors but is strongly advised given high healthcare costs, and J-1 exchange visitors must meet federal minimum coverage levels.
- Health & vaccination requirementsGuidance
The immigration medical exam and CDC-based vaccinations required for an immigrant visa or green card, and who performs them.
- Police certificates & clearancesGuidance
Police certificates are a required civil document for immigrant visa applicants aged 16 and over, but are not generally part of a nonimmigrant visa application.