U.S. Citizenship Guide

Do you want to become a U.S. citizen? USAHello can help you get started with our easy-to-understand guide. Find information on applying, Form N-400, the naturalization interview, and the citizenship test. Learn what to expect and how to prepare.

10 benefits of U.S. citizenship

10 benefits of U.S. citizenship

Learn about the many important rights and benefits you will get as a U.S. citizen. Watch stories of recently naturalized citizens. Get inspired to take the first step. Learn more

U.S. citizenship requirements

U.S. citizenship requirements

The first step is to make sure you are eligible to become a citizen. Learn if you meet the requirements. Get information on the ways you can become a naturalized citizen. Learn more

How to apply for U.S. citizenship

How to apply for U.S. citizenship

Applying for citizenship is a long and complex process. Find a helpful list of all the steps. Understanding what to expect can help prepare you and build confidence. Learn more

N-400, Application for Naturalization

N-400, Application for Naturalization

Learn how to fill out your citizenship application. It is important to understand the questions on the form. Study a downloadable list of words and meanings. Learn more

Citizenship application fee

Citizenship application fee

Find the cost of the citizenship application fee and how to pay it. Learn how to ask for a fee waiver or reduced fee as well as other ways to get help with paying the fee. Learn more

Biometrics appointment

After you submit your Form N-400, you will receive a notice for your biometric appointment. Learn what to expect and how to prepare. Learn more

Naturalization interview overview

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Naturalization interview overview

After your biometrics appointment comes the naturalization interview. It is also called the citizenship test. Find an overview of what to expect and how to prepare. Learn more

Naturalization interview: English test and N-400 review

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Naturalization interview: English test and N-400 review

During the interview, you will be asked questions about your Form N-400 and take an English test. Learn what questions you might be asked in these parts. Learn more

Naturalization interview: civics test

Naturalization interview: civics test

During the interview, you will also have to take a civics test. Find a complete list of citizenship test questions and answers in 17 different languages including audio. Learn more

U.S. citizenship test exemptions and accommodations

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U.S. citizenship test exemptions and accommodations

USCIS gives certain people exceptions and accommodations for parts of the naturalization interview and test. Learn if you qualify and how to make a request. Learn more

U.S. naturalization oath ceremony

U.S. naturalization oath ceremony

Once you pass the naturalization interview, you will attend a U.S. naturalization oath ceremony. This is the final step! Learn about the oath and what to expect at the ceremony. Learn more