USCIS Keeps Doctor Application Form Unchanged for Renewal
Published Date: 4/20/2026
Notice
Summary
USCIS is extending the current form used by doctors who want to become Civil Surgeons, with no changes to the form itself. This means doctors applying or renewing their designation can keep using the same paperwork, and the public has until June 22, 2026, to share their thoughts. There’s no new cost or extra hassle—just a smooth continuation of the process.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Civil Surgeon Form Continues Unchanged
USCIS is extending the existing Application for Civil Surgeon Designation (Form I-910) without making any changes, so doctors who apply or renew can keep using the same paperwork. The agency is accepting public comments through June 22, 2026.
Approval Authorizes Civil Surgeon Duties
If a physician's Form I-910 is approved, the physician is added to USCIS's public Civil Surgeon locator and is authorized to complete Form I-693 for an applicant's adjustment of status. This designation is the formal authorization to act as a civil surgeon for adjustment-of-status medical exams.
Estimated Paperwork Burden and Cost
USCIS estimates 470 annual respondents for Form I-910, with an average burden of 2 hours per response for a total of 940 hours per year. The agency estimates the total annual cost burden for this collection is $24,205.
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