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Naturalization Forms
Application for Naturalization Form N-400 Expires 10/31/08
Instructions for Form N-400 Form N-400ins Expires 10/31/08
Photograph Submission Standards Form M-603
A Guide to Naturalization Form M-476
Naturalization Information
There are three ways people can become U.S. citizens:
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By birth, within the United States territory, or to U.S. citizen parents
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Naturalization
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Any child (under the age of 18) who is adopted by a U.S citizen and immigrates to the U.S. also immediately becomes a U.S. citizen.
Naturalization grants U.S. citizenship to those of foreign birth. Applicants must fulfill requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). General requirements posted by USCIS are:
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a period of continuous residence and physical presence in the U.S.
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residence in a particular USCIS District prior to filing
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ability to read, write, & speak English
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a knowledge and understanding of U.S. history & government
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good moral character
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attachment to principles of the U.S. Constitution
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favorable disposition toward the U.S.
Required: All naturalization applicants must demonstrate good moral character, attachment, and favorable disposition.
Can be waived: Other naturalization requirements may be modified or waived for certain types of applicants, these include spouses of U.S. citizens etc. Please review & carefully read the N-400 application instructions, along with checking the USCIS website before applying.
Naturalization Fees:
$595 Filing cost
$80 Biometrics fee
Note: Applicants over 75 years old do not submit the biometrics fee for a total cost of $595. Military applicants filing under Section 328 & 329 are not charged a filing of biometrics fee.
Note: Always check the USCIS for latest information or updates to forms