Citizenship & Naturalization
U.S. citizenship and naturalization guides covering Form N-400, eligibility, residence, interviews, English and civics tests, exceptions, decisions, and the Oath of Allegiance.
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What Happens After the U.S. Citizenship Interview? N-652 Decisions
Learn what your Form N-652 result means after a U.S. citizenship interview, including granted, continued and denied decisions, retesting, evidence requests, the oath ceremony, the 120-day rule and Form N-336.
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N-400 Fees, Reduced Fees and Fee Waivers in 2026
Form N-400 costs $710 online or $760 on paper in 2026. Learn who may qualify for the $380 reduced fee or a full USCIS fee waiver, what evidence to include, and how to avoid payment-related rejection.
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50/20, 55/15 and 65/20 Naturalization Test Exceptions Explained
Learn how the 50/20, 55/15 and 65/20 naturalization exceptions work, which tests USCIS still requires, how Green Card years are counted, and when an interpreter or Form N-648 may be needed.
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Naturalization Documents Checklist: What to Bring to Your N-400 Interview
Use this practical N-400 interview checklist to organize required documents, travel records, tax evidence, marriage records, court dispositions, translations, and other situation-specific proof before your USCIS naturalization interview.
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U.S. Citizenship Interview Questions: N-400 Review and Civics Test
Prepare for U.S. citizenship interview questions with a realistic Form N-400 review, English and civics test rules, document checklist, correction tips, and red flags that require legal help.
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Continuous Residence vs. Physical Presence for Naturalization (2026)
Continuous residence and physical presence are separate naturalization requirements. Learn how USCIS counts travel days, treats absences over six months or one year, and applies the 90-day, N-470, 4-year-and-1-day, and 2-year-and-1-day rules.
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2025 U.S. Civics Test: 128 Questions, Passing Score and Who Takes It
The 2025 U.S. civics test uses a bank of 128 questions, with most applicants answering up to 20 orally and needing 12 correct answers. Learn who takes this version, how the scoring works, and what changes under the 50/20, 55/15 and 65/20 rules.
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