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USCIS Form N-400: Application package for Naturalization

Form N-400 may be used to apply for United States citizenship if you currently have a valid Green Card and have fulfilled all of the qualification criteria for United States citizenship. Prepare your N-400 application online and be ready to file today! It’s a very simple process:

What are the costs associated with applying for U.S. Citizenship?

Government (USCIS) Application Filing & Biometric Fees*

  • Application fee: $640
  • Biometric Exam Fee: $85

 

Road to Status Form Preparation & Software Fee: $148

  • Road to Status charges a software service fee for access to our immigration application preparation platform.
  • Application filing package includes all necessary and completed USCIS forms, custom generated filing instructions made for each unique applicant, and an optional application package legal review by a network partner immigration attorney.
  • Licensed Immigration Attorney Reviews are available on select application packages. Add a “Peace of Mind” application review to any application package offered for a low flat fee.

 

* These fees are an approximation. Pricing is subject to change depending on the situation, e.g. the age of the applicant, etc.

1. What does the process to apply for US Citizenship look like?

  • In order to become a U.S. citizen, you must apply with the N-400, Application for Naturalization form with USCIS.
  • Using Road to Status’s software, prepare your application and use our instructions to gather the evidence you need to support your application. Once everything is ready, you will submit it to USCIS for review.
  • Once USCIS has received your application, they will send you a notice for a biometrics appointment where they will take your photo and fingerprints.
  • If USCIS determines that it additional information is needed, you may receive a Request for Evidence.
  • Once all of USCIS’s questions have been answered and the application is done being processed at the service center, you will be scheduled for an appointment where you will take the U.S. citizenship test and be interviewed. Once you pass, you will attend a Naturalization Ceremony, take the Oath of Allegiance, and officially become a United States citizen.

2. What is the purpose of the N-400 form?

The N-400 is the form used to apply for US citizenship.

3. Do I qualify to become a U.S. Citizen?

In order to apply to become a U.S. Citizen, you must:

 

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Have had a green card for 5 years (or 3 years if you are married to a U.S. citizen)
  • Have been continuously living in the United States for the past 5 years
  • Have been physically present in the United States. for 30 of the previous 60 months
  • Meet the good moral character requirements

4. Can I still apply for US Citizenship if I do not meet the basic requirements?

Although most U.S. citizenship applicants will meet the basic requirements, there are some special circumstances in which you can apply for US citizenship without meeting all of the basic requirements. These may include:

  • People who served in the U.S military
  • Relatives of someone who has served in the U.S. Military

 

*These people may be able to apply for citizenship without meeting the physical presence and residence requirements for citizenship.

5. How long does this process take?

On average, it takes about 6 months to become a citizen after you have submitted your application to USCIS, but processing times are always changing and may vary depending on your local office.

6. What are the benefits of becoming a U.S. Citizen?

Some of the benefits of becoming a US citizen include:

  • Freedom from the threat of deportation
  • The right to vote
  • The right to travel freely with a U.S. passport
  • Certain tax, education, and other federal benefits
  • Automatic citizenship for children under 18
  • The ability to sponsor relatives to the United States (includes parents, siblings, and married children)

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Road to Status Software Fee*

$148

* USCIS fees are not included in this package, see below.

Included In This Package

 

Access to our online application preparation software that guides you through each application question step-by-step

The software will create for you everything you need to file your U.S. Citizenship application with USCIS all in one convenient application package!

Our technology double-checks your application for frequently overlooked mistakes and errors that could lead to USCIS delaying or denying your application.

There is live, human support available to you through live chat, email, & phone during regular business hours (9 AM – 5 PM Monday – Friday).

Optional attorney application review or consultation services are available for extra assurance if you have any questions or concerns about your case.

Road to Status respects your right to privacy and does not sell, rent, swap or otherwise disclose any of your personal information to any other party. Access to and use of roadtostatus.staging.wpengine.com is subject to our privacy policy and terms of use.

* Fees are for application preparation software and for services. Fees paid do not include any biometric, filing, or government application fees.

Disclaimer: Road to Status, LLC. is not a law firm. The information and services presented are not legal advice and do not substitute the advice, guidance or recommendation that a licensed immigration attorney can provide. Road to Status is not affiliated with USCIS or any other government agency or website. Pricing for services does not include any biometric, filing, or government application fees. Road To Status, LLC is a private software company that offers self-help services at the user’s direction. Blank forms are available for free at www.uscis.gov.

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