Citizenship

Citizenship Links

The following links are for those who are planning to become US Citizens. They'll help you learn about requirements, the process, the current test, the new redesigned test, and to practice for the test.

Frequently Asked Questions:

I'm a permanent resident, how do I apply for U.S. Citizenship? Click here for a PDF brochure.

What are the requirements to apply for naturalization? Click here to find out.

Where can I get the N400 Form to apply for naturalization? Click here to download the N400 form in PDF form

Do you have everything you need to fill out the N400? Click here for a document checklist.

Where can I get more information about the naturalization process? The Guide to Naturalization from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) provides information on the benefits and responsibilities of citizenship, an overview of the naturalization process, and eligibility requirements.

Becoming a U.S. Citizen: An Overview of the Naturalization Process. Click here to view the video.

A Promise of Freedom: An Introduction to U.S. History and Civics for Immigrants
Click here for a 12-minute video presentation on American civics and history.

A Promise of Freedom Discussion Booklet (484KB PDF)
This booklet will help viewers review the basic concepts found in “A Promise of Freedom”. Viewers can use this booklet as they watch the film or at its conclusion, either on their own or in a group discussion. Teachers or volunteers can make copies of the booklet to use in the classroom.

A Guide to Teaching "A Promise of Freedom: An Introduction to U.S. History and Civics for Immigrants" Film and Booklet (499KB PDF)
Click here for a simple step-by-step guide to lead a discussion on "A Promise of Freedom."

Which Test Will You Take?

1. A legal permanent resident who is (1) eligible for Naturalization; (2) applies BEFORE October 1, 2008; and (3) is scheduled for his or her naturalization interview BEFORE October 1, 2008, will take the old test.

2. A legal permanent resident who is (1) eligible for Naturalization; (2) applies BEFORE October 1, 2008; and (3) is scheduled for his or her naturalization interview AFTER October 1, 2008, he or she can choose to take the current test or the redesigned version.

3. A legal permanent resident who is (1) eligible for Naturalization; (2) applies AFTER October 1, 2008 will take the redesigned version.

3. A legal permanent resident who is (1) eligible for Naturalization; and (2) scheduled for his or her naturalization interview AFTER October 1, 2009, (regardless of when he or she applied), will take the redesigned version.

Old Test- Until October 2008

Learn About the United States: Quick Civics Lessons (1242KB PDF)
Short lessons based on the U.S. history and government questions found on the naturalization test.

Learn About the United States: Quick Civics Lessons (Spanish Version) (1496KB PDF)
Spanish translation of the short lessons based on the U.S. history and government questions found on the naturalization test.

Sample U.S. History and Government Questions (169KB PDF)
Study questions for naturalization test preparation.

Sample U.S. History and Government Questions (Spanish Version) (198KB PDF) Spanish translation of the study questions for naturalization test preparation.

Current Test (After October 2008) Questions

Click here to download the new test questions in PDF form.

New Citizenship Test (After October 2008) Reading and Writing Vocabulary

Click here to download the reading vocabulary for the new test in PDF form.

Click here to download the writing vocabulary for the new test in PDF form.

Redesigned Test - Civics and History

Click here to download the Civics and History questions in PDF form

Side-by-Side Comparison of the Old Test Vs. the New Test

Click here to download the comparison in PDF form.

Powerpoint - New Test Questions

Basic and Simple Citizenship Interview Questions

Click here to download basic Citizenship Interview questions in PDF form.