N-400 U.S. Naturalization Test — Questions and Answers

Question 1: What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?

The Oregon Territory
The Texas Territory
The Florida Territory
The Louisiana Territory (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The Louisiana Territory

The United States purchased the Louisiana Territory from France in 1803, doubling the size of the country.

Question 2: Can a naturalization ceremony be conducted by a federal court?

Yes, both administrative and judicial ceremonies are authorized (Correct answer)
No, only USCIS can administer the oath
No, only state courts can conduct ceremonies
Yes, but only at the Supreme Court

Correct answer: Yes, both administrative and judicial ceremonies are authorized

Naturalization ceremonies can be conducted either administratively by USCIS or judicially by a federal or state court.

Question 3: Which of the following is a common reason an N-400 interview would be continued rather than decided that day?

The USCIS computer system was offline
The applicant needs to provide additional documents (Correct answer)
The applicant requested more preparation time
The applicant passed all tests but the officer was unavailable

Correct answer: The applicant needs to provide additional documents

Interviews may be continued if the officer needs additional documents or information before making a final determination.

Question 4: What is the highest court in the United States?

The Supreme Court (Correct answer)
The Court of Appeals
The Federal District Court
The Circuit Court

Correct answer: The Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is the highest court in the U.S. and has final authority on constitutional matters.

Question 5: How long does a typical N-400 naturalization interview last?

2–3 hours
20–30 minutes (Correct answer)
45–90 minutes
5–10 minutes

Correct answer: 20–30 minutes

A typical N-400 naturalization interview usually lasts between 20 and 30 minutes, though complex cases may take longer.

Question 6: Which of the following is an exclusive right of U.S. citizens that permanent residents do not have?

The right to own property
The right to vote in federal elections (Correct answer)
The right to work legally
The right to receive Social Security

Correct answer: The right to vote in federal elections

Only U.S. citizens may vote in federal elections; permanent residents may not participate in federal or most state elections.

Question 7: Which of the following illustrates a right protected for all persons in the U.S., including non-citizens?

The right to obtain a U.S. passport
The right to vote in federal elections
The right to run for public office
The right to due process and a fair trial (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The right to due process and a fair trial

Due process and the right to a fair trial apply to all persons in the U.S. under the Constitution, regardless of citizenship status.

Question 8: Which of the following is a right that U.S. citizenship guarantees that permanent residency does NOT?

The right to attend public schools
The right to own a business
The right to receive emergency medical care
The right to run for most federal elected offices (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The right to run for most federal elected offices

Only U.S. citizens may run for most federal elected offices; permanent residents are barred from these positions.

Question 9: How soon after filing should you expect to receive your biometrics appointment notice?

6 months
2-3 months
After the interview is scheduled
1-2 weeks (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 1-2 weeks

Following the receipt of your N-400 application, USCIS typically sends out the biometrics appointment notice relatively quickly. Applicants can generally expect to receive this notice within 1 to 2 weeks after their application has been accepted for processing. The actual appointment usually takes place a few weeks after the notice is received.

Question 10: Can an applicant bring an attorney to the N-400 naturalization interview?

Only if the applicant requests a waiver first
Yes, applicants have the right to be represented by an attorney (Correct answer)
Yes, but only for the civics test portion
No, attorneys are never permitted at interviews

Correct answer: Yes, applicants have the right to be represented by an attorney

Applicants have the legal right to be accompanied and represented by an attorney or accredited representative during the naturalization interview.

Question 11: For applicants married to and living with a U.S. citizen spouse, what is the reduced continuous residence requirement?

5 years
2 years
4 years
3 years (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 3 years

Spouses of U.S. citizens who have been living in marital union with their citizen spouse may apply after just 3 years of continuous residence as a permanent resident.

Question 12: How long must you have been a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) to apply for naturalization?

10 years
1 year
3 years if married to a U.S. citizen; otherwise, 5 years (Correct answer)
2 years

Correct answer: 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen; otherwise, 5 years

The general requirement for naturalization is to have been a lawful permanent resident for at least 5 years. However, a significant exception exists for those married to and living with a U.S. citizen, who may apply after only 3 years of permanent residency, provided they meet all other eligibility criteria.

Question 13: If you have ever been arrested, which documents must you submit with the N-400 application?

Police clearance letters from all cities where you lived
Proof of completed rehabilitation program
Court disposition records for each incident (Correct answer)
Written statement of apology

Correct answer: Court disposition records for each incident

If an N-400 applicant has ever been arrested, cited, or detained, they must provide certified court disposition records for each incident, regardless of the outcome. This is crucial for USCIS to assess the applicant's 'Good Moral Character' and determine if any past legal issues affect their eligibility for naturalization. Even if charges were dismissed, the records are required.

Question 14: How long after taking the Oath of Allegiance can a new citizen register to vote?

After 30 days
Only at the next federal election registration period
Immediately — they are eligible to register as soon as the oath is taken (Correct answer)
After 6 months of residency post-naturalization

Correct answer: Immediately — they are eligible to register as soon as the oath is taken

New U.S. citizens become eligible to register to vote immediately upon taking the Oath of Allegiance.

Question 15: How is the English reading portion administered during the naturalization interview?

The applicant takes a written multiple-choice test
The officer gives a paragraph to read silently
The officer asks the applicant to read one sentence aloud from approved vocabulary (Correct answer)
The applicant submits a written essay

Correct answer: The officer asks the applicant to read one sentence aloud from approved vocabulary

The reading test requires the applicant to read one sentence correctly from a set of sentences drawn from USCIS's approved civics vocabulary list.

Question 16: What war did the U.S. fight to gain independence from Britain?

The French and Indian War
The War of 1812
The Civil War
The American Revolution (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The American Revolution

The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783) resulted in U.S. independence from Great Britain.

Question 17: What should a new citizen do with their Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) at the naturalization ceremony?

Keep it as a memento
Surrender it to USCIS (Correct answer)
Destroy it immediately
Mail it back to USCIS within 30 days

Correct answer: Surrender it to USCIS

New citizens are required to surrender their Green Card at the naturalization ceremony since it is no longer valid once they become U.S. citizens.

Question 18: What is the '55/15' exception to the English language requirement?

Applicants over 55 with a medical exemption
Applicants 55+ with 15+ years as a permanent resident (Correct answer)
Applicants 55+ who have lived in the U.S. 15 years
Applicants who are 55 and pass a waiver form

Correct answer: Applicants 55+ with 15+ years as a permanent resident

Applicants who are at least 55 years old and have held permanent residency for at least 15 years qualify for the 55/15 exception.

Question 19: What type of employment abroad may qualify a permanent resident to preserve continuous residence under N-470?

Working for an international company with U.S. headquarters
Working for any foreign employer
Working as a freelancer in another country
Working for the U.S. government or certain U.S. firms (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Working for the U.S. government or certain U.S. firms

Eligible employers for N-470 include the U.S. government, American research institutions, U.S. firms engaged in the development of U.S. foreign trade and commerce, and certain public international organizations.

Question 20: A qualifying spouse of a U.S. citizen who has been a permanent resident for 3 years must also demonstrate physical presence of at least how many months during that period?

18 months (Correct answer)
24 months
15 months
12 months

Correct answer: 18 months

Spouses of U.S. citizens using the 3-year rule must demonstrate at least 18 months of physical presence within the United States during the 3-year continuous residence period.

Question 21: What level of English proficiency is required to pass the N-400 naturalization interview?

Basic English (Correct answer)
Fluent English
Business English
Academic English

Correct answer: Basic English

USCIS requires only a basic ability to read, write, and speak English — not advanced or academic fluency.

Question 22: What is the responsibility of a U.S. citizen with respect to laws?

To join a local law enforcement auxiliary if called
To obey the laws of the United States, states, and localities (Correct answer)
To report all crimes they witness to federal authorities
To help enforce tax collection in their community

Correct answer: To obey the laws of the United States, states, and localities

U.S. citizens are responsible for obeying all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Question 23: Which USCIS study guide is recommended to prepare for the English and civics portions of the naturalization interview?

The USCIS Civics Flash Cards and Study Guide (Correct answer)
The SAT Study Guide
The ESL Textbook Series
The GED Preparation Manual

Correct answer: The USCIS Civics Flash Cards and Study Guide

USCIS provides official civics flash cards and a study guide specifically designed to prepare applicants for the naturalization tests.

Question 24: Which USCIS form is used to request an exemption from the English and civics requirements due to a disability?

Form N-648 (Correct answer)
Form N-400
Form I-130
Form I-751

Correct answer: Form N-648

Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions, must be submitted with the N-400 to request a disability-based exemption.

Question 25: What happens if your case is delayed beyond the average processing time?

You need to wait an additional 2 years
You can submit a "Case Inquiry" online to USCIS (Correct answer)
You must restart the process
Your application will be automatically denied

Correct answer: You can submit a "Case Inquiry" online to USCIS

If your N-400 application is delayed beyond the average processing time posted for your specific USCIS field office, you are entitled to submit a "Case Inquiry" (also known as an e-Request) online. This action prompts USCIS to review your case and provide an update or explanation for the delay. It's an important step for applicants experiencing unusual processing times.

Question 26: What does the U.S. government expect new citizens to do regarding the laws and Constitution?

Submit an annual statement of constitutional support
Support and defend the Constitution and obey U.S. laws (Correct answer)
Memorize the Constitution in full
Attend civics education classes annually

Correct answer: Support and defend the Constitution and obey U.S. laws

New citizens pledge through the Oath of Allegiance to support and defend the Constitution and to obey the laws of the United States.

Question 27: Which of the following best describes 'physical presence' in the context of N-400 eligibility?

Actually being bodily present within U.S. territory (Correct answer)
Maintaining a U.S. mailing address while abroad
Owning property in the United States
Having a U.S.-based employer

Correct answer: Actually being bodily present within U.S. territory

Physical presence means the applicant must actually be in the United States; owning property, maintaining an address, or having a U.S. employer does not satisfy the physical presence requirement.

Question 28: If you are applying based on marriage to a U.S. citizen, which additional document must you include?

Spouse's passport
U.S. citizen spouse's birth certificate
Marriage certificate and proof of valid marriage (Correct answer)
Divorce decrees of both spouses

Correct answer: Marriage certificate and proof of valid marriage

When applying for naturalization based on marriage to a U.S. citizen, applicants must provide their marriage certificate to prove the legal union. Additionally, they must submit proof that the marriage is valid and ongoing, such as joint tax returns, utility bills, bank statements, or birth certificates of children born during the marriage. This demonstrates a bona fide marital relationship.

Question 29: When does an applicant's continuous residence period begin for naturalization purposes?

The date they entered the U.S. on any visa
The date they applied for a green card
The date they were admitted as a lawful permanent resident (Correct answer)
The date they passed the English test

Correct answer: The date they were admitted as a lawful permanent resident

Continuous residence begins on the date the applicant was admitted to the United States as a lawful permanent resident (the date on the green card).

Question 30: What movement tried to end racial discrimination in the 1950s and 1960s?

The Civil Rights Movement (Correct answer)
The Labor Movement
The Temperance Movement
The Suffrage Movement

Correct answer: The Civil Rights Movement

The Civil Rights Movement fought to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans in the United States.

Question 31: How many amendments does the Constitution have?

33
21
27 (Correct answer)
10

Correct answer: 27

The U.S. Constitution has 27 amendments, with the most recent ratified in 1992.

Question 32: What is the final step in the naturalization process to officially become a U.S. citizen?

Completing the N-400 application
Receiving a Certificate of Naturalization in the mail
Passing the civics test at the interview
Taking the Oath of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Taking the Oath of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony

Taking the Oath of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony is the final and official step that makes an applicant a U.S. citizen.

Question 33: How early may an applicant file Form N-400 before completing the full statutory residence period?

90 days (Correct answer)
60 days
30 days
6 months

Correct answer: 90 days

USCIS allows applicants to file their N-400 up to 90 days before they complete the required continuous residence period.

Question 34: Which of the following documents is mandatory for all N-400 applicants?

Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) (Correct answer)
Travel itinerary
Marriage certificate
Birth certificate

Correct answer: Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)

The Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551, commonly known as a Green Card) is mandatory for all N-400 applicants. This document serves as primary proof of their lawful permanent resident status, which is a fundamental requirement for applying for naturalization. Without a valid Green Card, an individual cannot prove their eligibility.

Question 35: What is the economic system of the United States?

Communist economy
Capitalist economy (Correct answer)
Socialist economy
Mixed planned economy

Correct answer: Capitalist economy

The United States has a capitalist, or market, economy where private individuals and businesses control production.

Question 36: At what point during the N-400 process is English proficiency first formally evaluated?

At the biometrics appointment
When the N-400 is filed
At the Oath Ceremony
At the naturalization interview (Correct answer)

Correct answer: At the naturalization interview

English proficiency is formally evaluated by the USCIS officer at the naturalization interview, not at biometrics or during filing.

Question 37: What oath must the applicant take at the beginning of the N-400 interview?

An oath to uphold the Constitution after naturalization
An oath affirming their address and identity
The Oath of Allegiance to the United States
An oath to tell the truth during the interview (Correct answer)

Correct answer: An oath to tell the truth during the interview

At the start of the interview, the USCIS officer administers an oath requiring the applicant to tell the truth.

Question 38: What is the responsibility of U.S. citizens with regard to federal taxes?

To pay income taxes on worldwide income each year (Correct answer)
To pay taxes only on income earned within the U.S.
To pay taxes only if living in the U.S.
To file taxes every 5 years

Correct answer: To pay income taxes on worldwide income each year

U.S. citizens must file federal income tax returns and pay taxes on their worldwide income regardless of where they live.

Question 39: Can a U.S. citizen be deported from the United States?

No, citizens cannot be deported (Correct answer)
Yes, if they live abroad for more than 5 years
Yes, for any serious crime
Only naturalized citizens can be deported

Correct answer: No, citizens cannot be deported

U.S. citizens cannot be deported; deportation applies only to non-citizens such as visa holders and permanent residents.

Question 40: Which of the following individuals may not need to take the English language test?

Someone who has lived in the U.S. as a permanent resident for at least 20 years and is 50 years old or older
Someone with a documented medical disability that prevents them from learning English
Someone who has lived in the U.S. as a permanent resident for at least 15 years and is 55 years old or older.
All of the above (Correct answer)

Correct answer: All of the above

USCIS provides certain exemptions from the English language test for naturalization applicants. These include individuals who have been a permanent resident for at least 15 years and are 55 years old or older, or those who have been a permanent resident for at least 20 years and are 50 years old or older. Additionally, individuals with a documented medical disability preventing them from learning English may also be exempt.

Question 41: What form must be completed before a naturalization ceremony to confirm eligibility hasn't changed?

Form N-400
Form I-9
Form I-797
Form N-445, Notice of Naturalization Oath Ceremony (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Form N-445, Notice of Naturalization Oath Ceremony

Before the ceremony, applicants must review and sign Form N-445, confirming their eligibility has not changed since their interview.

Question 42: Can a naturalized U.S. citizen become a Senator or Representative in Congress?

Yes, but only after 10 years of citizenship
No, only natural-born citizens can serve in Congress
Only if they were born in a U.S. territory
Yes, naturalized citizens can serve in Congress (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Yes, naturalized citizens can serve in Congress

Naturalized citizens are eligible to serve as members of the U.S. Senate or House of Representatives; only the Presidency requires natural-born citizenship.

Question 43: Can an applicant use notes or reference materials during the English reading and writing test at the naturalization interview?

Yes, a dictionary is allowed
No, no materials are permitted (Correct answer)
Yes, notes from class may be used
Yes, USCIS flash cards may be used

Correct answer: No, no materials are permitted

Applicants must complete the reading and writing tests without the aid of notes, dictionaries, or any reference materials.

Question 44: What is the minimum number of civics questions an applicant must answer correctly to pass?

5 out of 10
6 out of 10 (Correct answer)
8 out of 10
7 out of 10

Correct answer: 6 out of 10

An applicant must answer at least 6 out of 10 civics questions correctly to pass.

Question 45: What is a benefit of U.S. citizenship regarding social programs compared to permanent residence?

Citizens pay lower federal taxes
Citizens receive priority Social Security benefits
Citizens are exempt from Medicare premiums
Citizens have access to a broader range of federal benefit programs (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Citizens have access to a broader range of federal benefit programs

U.S. citizens are eligible for a wider range of federal benefit programs, some of which are restricted or limited for permanent residents.

Question 46: Which of the following factors can significantly affect the processing time for your N-400?

Filing the form online versus by mail
Whether you use a translator during your interview
The USCIS field office handling your case (Correct answer)
How early you submit supporting documents

Correct answer: The USCIS field office handling your case

Processing times for N-400 applications are heavily influenced by the specific USCIS field office responsible for your case. Each office has different workloads, staffing levels, and backlogs, leading to significant variations in how quickly applications are processed. You can check estimated processing times for your local office on the USCIS website.

Question 47: What is the purpose of the USCIS officer reviewing travel history during the N-400 interview?

To evaluate loyalty to foreign governments
To determine whether the applicant paid foreign taxes
To assess the applicant's wealth and ties abroad
To verify continuous residence and physical presence requirements (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To verify continuous residence and physical presence requirements

Travel history is reviewed to ensure the applicant meets the continuous residence and physical presence requirements for naturalization.

Question 48: How many years of continuous residence as a lawful permanent resident are generally required before filing Form N-400?

5 years (Correct answer)
10 years
3 years
7 years

Correct answer: 5 years

Most applicants must maintain continuous residence as a lawful permanent resident for at least 5 years before applying for naturalization.

Question 49: How long must an applicant have lived in the USCIS district or state where they file their N-400 immediately before filing?

3 months (Correct answer)
30 days
60 days
90 days

Correct answer: 3 months

An applicant must have resided in the USCIS district or state in which they are filing for at least 3 months immediately preceding the filing of Form N-400.

Question 50: What is the physical presence requirement for a qualifying spouse of a U.S. citizen applying under the 3-year rule?

30 months
24 months
18 months (Correct answer)
12 months

Correct answer: 18 months

Under the 3-year rule for spouses of U.S. citizens, the applicant must have been physically present in the U.S. for at least 18 months out of the 3 years before filing.

Question 51: Can an applicant request an interpreter for the English portions of the naturalization interview?

Yes, a family member can interpret
Yes, but only for the civics test
Yes, any interpreter is allowed
No, interpreters are not permitted for English portions (Correct answer)

Correct answer: No, interpreters are not permitted for English portions

Applicants must demonstrate English ability themselves and may not use an interpreter for the English reading and writing portions.

Question 52: Which of the following best describes the speaking portion of the N-400 English test?

It requires reading a prepared speech
It is a separate formal oral exam at the start
It involves answering standardized questions from a script
It occurs throughout the interview as the officer evaluates conversational responses (Correct answer)

Correct answer: It occurs throughout the interview as the officer evaluates conversational responses

USCIS evaluates English speaking ability naturally throughout the entire interview by observing the applicant's conversational responses.

Question 53: If you do not pass the English or civics test during your interview, what happens?

USCIS will waive the test requirement
You must reapply and pay the fee again
You have one more chance to retake the failed test (Correct answer)
Your application is immediately denied

Correct answer: You have one more chance to retake the failed test

If an N-400 applicant does not pass the English or civics test during their initial naturalization interview, USCIS does not immediately deny the application. Instead, they are given a second opportunity to retake the failed portion(s) of the test, usually within 60 to 90 days. This allows applicants to study and prepare for another attempt.

Question 54: Which of the following types of absences is most likely to be treated as NOT disrupting continuous residence?

A 5-month vacation outside the U.S. (Correct answer)
A 14-month work assignment without N-470 approval
A 7-month absence without a re-entry permit
A 9-month trip to visit family abroad

Correct answer: A 5-month vacation outside the U.S.

An absence of less than 6 months is generally considered not to disrupt continuous residence and does not raise a presumption of broken residence.

Question 55: What vocabulary is used in the N-400 English reading and writing tests?

Medical and legal terminology
Random everyday English vocabulary
SAT-level academic vocabulary
USCIS-approved civics and history vocabulary (Correct answer)

Correct answer: USCIS-approved civics and history vocabulary

The reading and writing tests use vocabulary from USCIS's official civics and U.S. history word list.

Question 56: A lawful permanent resident files Form N-400 on June 1, 2026. For the 5-year continuous residence requirement, what is the earliest start date of the statutory period USCIS will examine?

June 1, 2023
June 1, 2019
June 1, 2020
June 1, 2021 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: June 1, 2021

USCIS looks back exactly 5 years from the filing date, so for a June 1, 2026 filing, the relevant 5-year window begins June 1, 2021.

Question 57: How many questions are on the N-400 civics test administered by the USCIS officer?

20
50
100
10 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 10

The USCIS officer asks up to 10 civics questions during the naturalization interview.

Question 58: Which of the following is a right guaranteed to U.S. citizens under the First Amendment?

The right to a speedy trial
Protection from unreasonable searches
The right to bear arms
Freedom of speech (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Freedom of speech

The First Amendment guarantees freedom of speech, religion, press, peaceful assembly, and petition to the government.

Question 59: Can a person with sincere religious objections take a modified version of the Oath of Allegiance?

Yes, but only for clergy members
Yes, USCIS allows a modified oath that omits the bearing-arms clause (Correct answer)
No, the full oath is always required
Only if they have a court order

Correct answer: Yes, USCIS allows a modified oath that omits the bearing-arms clause

USCIS may allow a modified oath for applicants who have sincere religious objections to bearing arms, omitting that specific clause.

Question 60: What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

The Articles of Confederation
The Bill of Rights (Correct answer)
The Amendments
The Federalist Papers

Correct answer: The Bill of Rights

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are collectively known as the Bill of Rights.

Question 61: What is a 'same-day ceremony' in the context of N-400 naturalization?

A ceremony where the oath is administered on the same day as the interview (Correct answer)
A ceremony at a USCIS service center
A ceremony scheduled within one day of approval
A special military naturalization

Correct answer: A ceremony where the oath is administered on the same day as the interview

In some USCIS offices, eligible applicants who pass their interview may take the Oath of Allegiance on the same day as their naturalization interview.

Question 62: What document is given to a new citizen immediately after taking the Oath of Allegiance?

Social Security Card
Permanent Resident Card
Certificate of Naturalization (Correct answer)
U.S. Passport

Correct answer: Certificate of Naturalization

New citizens receive their Certificate of Naturalization at the conclusion of the naturalization ceremony after taking the oath.

Question 63: What document must a naturalization applicant always bring to the N-400 interview?

Their Social Security card
Their Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) (Correct answer)
Their passport from their home country
Their birth certificate

Correct answer: Their Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)

Applicants must bring their Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) to the naturalization interview as proof of lawful permanent residence.

Question 64: What happens to the continuous residence requirement if a permanent resident relocates their principal residence outside the United States?

Continuous residence is broken because the applicant has abandoned U.S. domicile (Correct answer)
Continuous residence is preserved as long as they return annually
Continuous residence is paused until they return
Continuous residence continues for up to 2 years automatically

Correct answer: Continuous residence is broken because the applicant has abandoned U.S. domicile

Establishing a principal residence abroad indicates abandonment of U.S. domicile, which breaks continuous residence for naturalization purposes regardless of how frequently the applicant returns.

Question 65: What is the name of the national anthem of the United States?

America the Beautiful
The Star-Spangled Banner (Correct answer)
God Bless America
My Country, 'Tis of Thee

Correct answer: The Star-Spangled Banner

"The Star-Spangled Banner" is the national anthem of the United States, written by Francis Scott Key in 1814.

Question 66: What should a new citizen do if they lose their Certificate of Naturalization?

Contact the State Department for a copy
File Form N-565 with USCIS to request a replacement (Correct answer)
Report to their local USCIS office without a form
File a new N-400 application

Correct answer: File Form N-565 with USCIS to request a replacement

A lost Certificate of Naturalization can be replaced by filing Form N-565 (Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document) with USCIS.

N-400 U.S. Naturalization Test

The N-400 naturalization test assesses applicants' knowledge of U.S. civics, history, and government along with English language proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking, as required to obtain U.S. citizenship.

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