N-400 Oath of Allegiance and Naturalization Ceremony

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Taking the Oath of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony

Answer

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

Question 2

What does the Oath of Allegiance require new citizens to renounce?

Accepted Answer

Allegiance and fidelity to all foreign princes and potentates

Answer

The Oath of Allegiance requires new citizens to renounce allegiance and fidelity to all foreign princes, potentates, states, and sovereignties.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Certificate of Naturalization

Answer

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

Question 4

Can a naturalization ceremony be conducted by a federal court?

Accepted Answer

Yes, both administrative and judicial ceremonies are authorized

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Form N-445, Notice of Naturalization Oath Ceremony

Answer

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

N-400 - Application for Naturalization Practice Test