N-400 English Language Requirements 2

Question 1

How is the English writing portion of the naturalization interview administered?

Accepted Answer

The officer dictates one sentence for the applicant to write

Answer

The officer dictates one sentence and the applicant must write it legibly and accurately to pass the writing test.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

USCIS-approved civics and history vocabulary

Answer

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

Question 3

How many attempts does an applicant get to pass the English reading and writing tests at the initial interview?

Accepted Answer

3 attempts for reading and 3 for writing

Answer

USCIS allows up to 3 attempts for each of the reading and writing tests during the naturalization interview.

Question 4

What happens if an applicant fails the English or civics test at the initial N-400 interview?

Accepted Answer

They are rescheduled for a second interview within 60–90 days

Answer

Applicants who fail the English or civics test are scheduled for a second interview, typically within 60–90 days.

Question 5

A disability or impairment may excuse an applicant from which part of the N-400 requirements?

Accepted Answer

Both the English and civics requirements with a Form N-648

Answer

Form N-648 (Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions) can exempt applicants with qualifying medical conditions from both the English and civics requirements.

N-400 - Application for Naturalization Practice Test

N-400 - Application for Naturalization Practice Test

N-400 English Language Requirements 2