Naturalize Now
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Good news! As a lawful resident for over five years, you may be eligible to become a U. S. citizen through naturalization.
Here’s how to start your naturalization application now:
- Check your eligibility for naturalization online.
- Consider contacting an authorized immigrant legal service provider for advice, which may be provided for free or at a low cost.
- Check your eligibility to obtain a fee waiver and potentially apply at a reduced fee or for free.
- Create an account on my.uscis.gov.
- Prepare your Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, and submit your application!
The benefits of being a U.S. citizen include:
- The right to remain in the United States;
- Eligibility for a U.S. passport to travel internationally;
- The right to vote, hold elected office, and apply for certain federal and state jobs;
- Avoiding Green Card renewal fees and saving up to $540 per application;
- More options when petitioning to bring family members permanently to the United States;
- The opportunity for citizenship for your children under 18 years of age.
Over 4.3 million Green Card holders like you have become citizens in the last five years, and more than 95 percent of applicants passed their naturalization test. Don't wait! Start today to enjoy the opportunity to fully participate and integrate into the United States as a citizen.
Sincerely,
Ur M. Jaddou
Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Topics
Check Eligibility to Become a U.S. Citizen
These questions are solely intended to help you determine whether you may be eligible to submit the Application for Naturalization (N-400).
Check Eligibility for a Fee Waiver
Recognizing that some applicants cannot pay the filing fees, USCIS has a fee waiver form that you can file with your Form N-400. If you are eligible for a fee waiver, you can apply at a reduced cost or for free.
Find Legal Services
Find authorized immigration service providers who can help with your Form N-400. Some of these providers offer services for free or at low cost.
Create a USCIS Online Account
Creating an account with USCIS is free and allows you to submit and track your Form N-400 online. This site has a video to help you get started.
Application for Naturalization
Download Form N-400 and learn about the filing fee, filing instructions, and documentation to submit.
Study for the Test
To help you prepare, USCIS has a study guide to prepare for the civics test. It includes all 100 possible civics questions and their answers.