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Exam Day Preparation

A checklist to help you get ready for your U.S. citizenship interview day.

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Documents to Bring

Before Interview Day

Day of Interview

What to Expect (Timeline)

1
Check-in at reception
2
Wait in the waiting room
3
Officer calls your name
4
Oath/identity verification
5
English reading and writing test
6
Civics test (up to 10 questions, need 6 correct)
7
N-400 review
8
Decision notification

Civics Test Tips

1
Listen carefully to each question
2
It's OK to ask the officer to repeat
3
Answer in simple, clear English
4
You only need 6 out of 10 correct
5
The test stops when you get 6 right

After the Interview

1
Three possible outcomes: Approved, Continued, Denied
2
If approved: receive oath ceremony notice
3
Take the Oath of Allegiance
4
Receive Certificate of Naturalization

You Can Do It!

Millions of people have passed the citizenship test. With good preparation, you will succeed too.