N-400 Oath of Allegiance and Naturalization Ceremony 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Surrender it to USCIS

Answer

New citizens are required to surrender their Green Card at the naturalization ceremony since it is no longer valid once they become U.S. citizens.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 2

What can a new U.S. citizen apply for immediately after receiving their Certificate of Naturalization?

Accepted Answer

A U.S. passport

Answer

New citizens can immediately apply for a U.S. passport using their Certificate of Naturalization as proof of citizenship.

Question 3

What pledge does the Oath of Allegiance require regarding bearing arms?

Accepted Answer

To bear arms on behalf of the United States when required by law

Answer

The Oath of Allegiance includes a pledge to bear arms on behalf of the United States when required by law.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 5

What happens at the start of a typical naturalization ceremony before the oath is administered?

Accepted Answer

USCIS officers review Form N-445 and confirm attendee eligibility

Answer

Before the oath, officers collect and review Form N-445 to confirm that each applicant's eligibility remains unchanged.

N-400 - Application for Naturalization Practice Test