Every intending immigrant, including adopted children, must be examined by an Embassy-approved panel physician before an immigrant visa can be issued. A list of approved physicians in Korea will be sent to each applicant prior to their visa interview date. The medical examination and laboratory tests may only be done by an Embassy approved physician.
Applicants are responsible for making an appointment with one of the physicians listed.
Applicants are also responsible for paying the fee for their exam. Fees have been established in agreement with the American Embassy in Seoul and should be paid directly to the physician. The medical examination process must be completed before the immigrant visa appointment. In some instances a consular officer may request a follow-up exam by the panel physician. The results of the medical examination are valid for one year.