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📘 About This App
This app helps you prepare for the USCIS Naturalization Test, the official examination for people who want to become U.S. citizens. It contains everything you need to study — from English reading and writing practice to the complete set of 128 civics questions.
Inside, you will learn:
- How the naturalization process works
- What changed in the 2025 version of the test
- The eligibility requirements and possible exemptions
- All official questions and answers in English and Spanish
- How the interview is conducted and what to expect
- Practical tips and study strategies to pass confidently
📅 Changes in the 2025 USCIS Civics Test
🔄 Key Updates
The test now includes 20 oral questions selected from a pool of 128. The interview officer stops the test as soon as the applicant reaches 12 correct answers (pass) or 9 wrong answers (fail).
All questions and answers are now written in simplified and consistent English for clarity.
Some USCIS offices have started using a tablet-based version of the test, though paper and oral versions remain standard.
The civics test is conducted during the naturalization interview and takes about 10 minutes.
📊 Summary
The new format is designed to make the test simpler and fairer, focusing on understanding core civic concepts rather than memorizing complex phrasing.
👥 Eligibility for U.S. Citizenship
✅ General Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old at the time of filing Form N-400
- Be a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) for at least 5 years (or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen)
- Have continuous residence in the U.S. for the required period
- Have physical presence in the U.S. for at least half of that time
- Be able to read, write, and speak basic English (unless exempt)
- Have knowledge of U.S. history and government (Civics)
- Be a person of good moral character
- Demonstrate attachment to the U.S. Constitution
🎯 Language Exemptions by Age and Residency
| Rule | Criteria | English Requirement | Civics Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50/20 | Age 50+ and LPR ≥ 20 years | Exempt from English | In native language |
| 55/15 | Age 55+ and LPR ≥ 15 years | Exempt from English | In native language |
| 65/20 | Age 65+ and LPR ≥ 20 years | Exempt from English | Reduced bank (20 questions, pass with 6/10) |
Medical exemptions (Form N-648) are also available if a certified doctor confirms that a physical or developmental condition prevents learning or communicating effectively.
🏛 Civics Test — 2025 Version (128 Questions)
This reduced set applies if you are 65 years or older AND have been a permanent resident for 20+ years. You'll be asked 10 of these 20 questions and must answer 6 correctly.
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🇺🇸 English Test Practice
🗣️ Speaking Test
The officer evaluates your ability to understand and respond in English naturally. Practice with sample questions below:
🗂 Naturalization Interview Guide
The Day of the Interview — Step-by-Step
Arrive 15-20 minutes early at the USCIS Field Office. Bring your appointment letter and all required documents.
Show ID and Green Card. Wait to be called by name.
Raise your right hand and swear to tell the truth.
The officer asks about your application, address, marital status, travel, etc.
Read aloud 1 of up to 3 sentences correctly.
Write 1 of up to 3 sentences correctly as dictated by the officer.
Up to 20 oral questions from 128. Officer stops after 12 correct (pass) or 9 incorrect (fail).
Immediate results if possible: Approved, Continued, or Failed. If you fail, you'll be scheduled to retest within 60-90 days.
Final step after approval — take the Oath of Allegiance and receive your Naturalization Certificate.
✓ Documents to Bring
- Green Card (Permanent Resident Card, Form I-551)
- State ID or Driver's License
- Appointment notice (Form I-797C)
- All passports (current and expired)
- Marriage certificate, divorce decree, death certificates (if applicable)
- Selective Service registration proof (if male, 18-31)
- Tax returns (last 5 years or 3 if married to U.S. citizen)
- Travel records (trips outside U.S. since becoming LPR)
- Court and police records (if any)
- 2 passport-style photos (if requested)
💡 Important Tips
- Answer truthfully and clearly
- Ask for clarification if you don't understand
- Stay calm and polite throughout
- Sleep well and arrive early
- Bring documents in an organized folder
💬 Useful Interview Phrases
Practice these phrases to communicate better during your interview:
- I understand / Entiendo
- I don't understand / No entiendo
- Could you repeat that, please? / ¿Puede repetir, por favor?
- May I have a moment to think? / ¿Puedo tener un momento para pensar?
- I'm not sure, but I think... / No estoy seguro, pero creo...
- Let me think about that / Déjame pensar en eso
- What does that mean? / ¿Qué significa eso?
- Could you speak more slowly? / ¿Puede hablar más despacio?
- I want to make sure I understand / Quiero asegurarme de que entiendo
- Thank you / Gracias
- Excuse me / Disculpe
- I apologize / Me disculpo
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
🔢 Don't Confuse Numbers:
- Senate (100) vs House (435)
- President term (4 years) vs Senator term (6 years) vs Representative term (2 years)
- Total amendments (27) vs Bill of Rights (first 10)
- Voting age (18+) vs Selective Service (18-26)
- 13 original colonies vs 50 current states
👥 Don't Confuse People:
- George Washington (First President) vs Thomas Jefferson (Declaration writer)
- Abraham Lincoln (Freed slaves) vs George Washington (Father of country)
- Current President vs Vice President vs Speaker of House
- Chief Justice (John Roberts) vs President
📅 Don't Confuse Dates:
- Declaration (1776) vs Constitution (1787)
- Independence Day (July 4) vs Tax Day (April 15)
- Vote for President (November)
⚖️ Don't Confuse Branches:
- Legislative (makes laws - Congress)
- Executive (enforces laws - President)
- Judicial (interprets laws - Supreme Court)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
If you filed N-400 before October 20, 2025: 2008 version (100 questions, 6/10 to pass). If on/after October 20, 2025: 2025 version (128 questions, 20 asked, 12 correct to pass).
Only if you qualify for a language exemption (50/20, 55/15, 65/20) or have an approved Form N-648 (disability).
Within 60-90 days for the failed part only.
No. You can answer with any accurate version of the correct concept.
Usually within a few weeks after approval. You'll receive a notice with the ceremony date.
⚙️ Current U.S. Leaders (October 2025)
These answers change after elections. Make sure to check current leaders before your interview.
| Office | Name |
|---|---|
| President of the United States | Donald J. Trump |
| Vice President | JD Vance |
| Speaker of the House | Mike Johnson |
| Chief Justice of the Supreme Court | John Roberts |
| Political Party of President | Republican |
You must know your state's Governor, U.S. Senators, and U.S. Representative. Check your state government website before your interview.
🎯 Civics Test Simulator
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This simulator follows the official 2025 test rules: 20 random questions, pass with 12 correct, fail at 9 wrong.