Take the next step toward U.S. citizenship.
Practical guidance for lawful permanent residents preparing for Form N-400, the naturalization interview, and the Oath of Allegiance.
Assess Your Naturalization EligibilityBuild the timeline before you build the application.
Naturalization eligibility depends on more than the date a person received a green card. Continuous residence, physical presence, travel history, good moral character, English and civics requirements, and a demonstrated commitment to the principles underlying the U.S. Constitution can all affect eligibility.
A careful review can identify travel, tax, address, or other history that should be resolved or explained before Form N-400 is filed.
Prepare for each requirement—not only the form.
The application is one part of a process that continues through interview and oath.
Residence and presence
Review continuous residence, physical presence, travel history, and local residence requirements.
Good moral character
Identify facts in the applicant’s history that may require disclosure, documentation, or legal analysis.
English and civics
Prepare for the language and civics portions of the naturalization interview, including applicable exceptions.
Move from eligibility to citizenship with confidence.
Good preparation makes the interview and final steps more predictable.
Audit the timeline
Review residence, travel, addresses, employment, and family history before filing.
Prepare Form N-400
Build complete, consistent answers and gather the supporting records the application requires.
Practice the interview
Prepare for questions about the application, background, English, and civics.
Complete the oath
Understand the final ceremony and the responsibilities that accompany citizenship.
Start with an eligibility review.
A thoughtful review can surface issues early and create a clear path to the N-400.