I-693 and vaccinations...very lost

[KellyandNino 0]

Hi all,

So I tried to read everything I could about this form and the requirements before I posted. I wanted to make sure I wasn't just posting to post.

This form seems straight forward, but all the info I have found on visa journey and elsewhere seems conflicting.

Please anyone, correct me if I am wrong here...

The I-693 is required in our AOS package. Part 1 must be completed by the applicant. Part 2, only the vaccination section, must be completed by the civil surgeon. And finally the civil surgeon must also complete Part 5.

Now here are some things that I am confused about:

- Do I need a I-693a supplemental form? I see no mention of it in the AOS guide, nor do I see it in the I-693 instructions. But, I have seen some K1 visa folks mention it is required.

- Which vaccines are required?

For the 2nd question, allow me to elaborate. My finacee received the following vaccinations on her DS-3025:

- Td

- MMR

- Varicella (it was marked "VH" or Varicella History)

The rest of the vaccinations were ALL marked with "Not Age Appropriate"

She is 22 years old. Is there any reason those were not age appropriate? From what I have read in the I-693 instructions and the CDC website, it seems like she is missing a bunch of vaccinations. It's also extremely confusing when the CDC and USCIS use the words "recommended" and "required" in front of vaccinations. Those are two very different distinctions.

Any thoughts on all this?

Thanks in advance!

[KellyandNino 0]

Just to add...

She also received the following vaccination:

- HPV (I somehow missed that one)

Wanted to make sure this info was added to my question.

Edited October 21, 2009 by KellyandNino

[NCWife 0]

I believe your fiancee has completed everything, vaccination wise. I am 29 so I didn't need HPV but I completed my Varicella and MMR for K-1. When I did my medical for AOS (I did full medical again because it has passed one year mark), I only had to get the Tdap and no other vaccination required.

Hope that helps.

Cheers...

[Inky 1,111]

If she hasnt had the Gardasil shots the may need them as she is in the age bracket for them, I would contact a civil surgeon in your area and make an appointment and go see them about the shot issues. AOS requires that you have the gardasil vaccinations atleast started to apply for AOS.

[taisia 0]

I wonder if I need to have flu vaccine done before going to CS? I heard somewhere that starting from October till March an applicant should also have flu vaccine done....does anyone happen to know?