Naturalization for Military Members and Their Families

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Important Updates to the Naturalization Test

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date (also known as a received date) on or after Dec. 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test. For more information, visit The 2020 Version of the Civics Test page. Applicants for naturalization with a filing date before Dec. 1, 2020, are required to take the 2008 version of the civics test.

U.S. service members and spouses and children may be eligible for citizenship (including expedited and overseas processing) under special provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). U.S. service members are not required to pay a filing fee. 

File Online

Eligibility

If you meet all of the requirements of either Section 328 or Section 329 of the INA, you may apply for naturalization by filing Form N-400 under the section that applies to you. Read more on our Naturalization Through Military Service and Citizenship for Family Members pages.

For additional information on military qualifications through the Immigration and Nationality Act, see our INA webpage.

How to File

You may apply online or by paper.

File Online

Create a USCIS online account to file online and:

  • Submit evidence and pay fees electronically;
  • Receive case status updates about your case and see complete case history;
  • Communicate with us securely and directly; and
  • Respond to requests for evidence.

If you already have a USCIS online account, simply sign into your account to get started.

File by Paper

You must:

Want status updates about your case? Learn how to create a USCIS online account to stay informed.

After You File

Once we receive your Form N-400, you will receive a:  

  • Receipt notice confirming we received your application;
  • Biometric services notice, if applicable;
  • Notice to appear for an interview, if required; and
  • Notice of our decision.

Forms and Fees

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