Naturalization: summary, tools, and updates

Summary

N-400 application path to citizenship for green card holders: interview, civics test, and oath ceremony.

Latest updates and official context for Naturalization.

What this topic is

N-400 application path to citizenship for green card holders: interview, civics test, and oath ceremony.

Most green card holders become eligible to naturalize after 5 years of continuous permanent residence (3 years if married to and living with a U.S. citizen). You must have been physically present in the U.S. for at least half that period and demonstrate good moral character.

The feed below lists dated items we have tagged for this topic. Informational only, not legal advice: confirm requirements on official government sites before you rely on anything here.

Activity · daily, last 90 days

6 indexed updates

Mar 19, 2026 → Jun 16, 2026 · 90 days

Policy climate · last 90 days

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Based on 6 indexed updates in the last 90 days

Last 90 days

What matters for Naturalization

Highest-signal items for Naturalization from roughly the last three months, when we have enough coverage (impact, open comments, fees, or processing shifts).

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USCIS and DOJ Take Steps to Denaturalize 12 Individuals for Concealing Terrorist Support, War Crimes, Espionage, Sexual Abuse, and More
USCIS and the Department of Justice have filed denaturalization actions against 12 individuals in federal district courts, alleging serious crimes including providing material support to terrorist organizations, committing war crimes, engaging in espionage, and sexually abusing…
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Justice Department Moves to Strip U.S. Citizenship from 17 Naturalized Sex Offenders, Fraudsters, Drug Dealers, and More
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed denaturalization cases against 17 naturalized citizens accused of serious crimes including sexual abuse, fraud, and drug trafficking. USCIS is partnering with DOJ to pursue these cases across multiple federal district courts.…
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Belizean Woman Found Guilty of Naturalization Fraud
A Belizean woman named Ana Zahia Gonzalez was found guilty of naturalization fraud by a federal jury, with USCIS playing a key investigative role in the case. The conviction highlights enforcement actions against immigration fraud. Details about the specific nature of the fraud…
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Convicted Child Sex Offender in Texas Denaturalized With Help From USCIS
USCIS assisted in the successful denaturalization of Carlos Noe Gallegos, a convicted child sex offender, in a case announced by the U.S. attorney's office in Texas. The denaturalization process removes citizenship status from individuals found ineligible, and USCIS cooperation…
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Alien From Mexico Pleads Guilty and Convicted of Voter Fraud for Falsely Claiming To Be a U.S. Citizen
A Mexican national pleaded guilty to voter fraud after falsely claiming U.S. citizenship to vote. The case underscores enforcement of immigration and electoral laws. This conviction demonstrates ongoing prosecution of immigration-related offenses.
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Justice Department Files Case to Revoke U.S. Citizenship of Mastermind Behind Multimillion-Dollar Tax Fraud Scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a civil denaturalization case against Emmanuel Oluwatosin Kazeem, a Nigerian national, seeking to revoke his U.S. citizenship based on involvement in a multimillion-dollar tax fraud scheme. USCIS assisted in the investigation that led to…
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Connecticut Woman Sentenced to Prison for Fraudulently Obtaining Citizenship After Committing Torture and War Crimes in Bosnia
A Connecticut woman and naturalized U.S. citizen from Bosnia was sentenced to 30 months in prison for fraudulently obtaining citizenship while having committed torture and war crimes. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services investigated and helped bring charges for…

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Justice Department Moves to Strip U.S. Citizenship from 17 Naturalized Sex Offenders, Fraudsters, Drug Dealers, and More

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed denaturalization cases against 17 naturalized citizens accused of serious crimes including sexual abuse, fraud, and drug trafficking. USCIS is partnering with DOJ to pursue these cases across…

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NaturalizationJustice Department Moves to Strip U.S. Citizenship from 17 Naturalized Sex Offenders, Fraudsters, Drug Dealers, and More

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Alien From Mexico Pleads Guilty and Convicted of Voter Fraud for Falsely Claiming To Be a U.S. Citizen

A Mexican national pleaded guilty to voter fraud after falsely claiming U.S. citizenship to vote. The case underscores enforcement of immigration and electoral laws. This conviction demonstrates ongoing prosecution of immigration-related…

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EnforcementAlien From Mexico Pleads Guilty and Convicted of Voter Fraud for Falsely Claiming To Be a U.S. Citizen

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Belizean Woman Found Guilty of Naturalization Fraud

A Belizean woman named Ana Zahia Gonzalez was found guilty of naturalization fraud by a federal jury, with USCIS playing a key investigative role in the case. The conviction highlights enforcement actions against immigration fraud. Details…

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USCIS Plays Key Role in Denaturalization Process to Begin for Former Mayor of the City of North Miami

USCIS and the Department of Justice have initiated a denaturalization lawsuit against Philippe Bien-Aime, the former Mayor of North Miami, based on an investigation into how he obtained U.S. citizenship. The civil complaint was filed in…

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NaturalizationUSCIS Plays Key Role in Denaturalization Process to Begin for Former Mayor of the City of North Miami

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Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension, Without Change, of a Currently Approved Collection: Application for Free Training for Civics and Citizenship Teachers of Adults; Civics and Citizenship Toolkit

USCIS is extending an approved information collection related to applications for free training for civics and citizenship teachers of adults and the civics and citizenship toolkit. The agency is soliciting public comments on this…

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NaturalizationAgency Information Collection Activities; Extension, Without Change, of a Currently Approved Collection: Application for Free Training for Civics and Citizenship Teachers of Adults; Civics and Citizenship Toolkit

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USCIS Unveils First Changes to Naturalization Test in Multi-Step Overhaul of American Citizenship Standards

USCIS has announced the implementation of the 2025 naturalization civics test, marking the first changes to the citizenship test as part of a broader overhaul of American citizenship standards. The updated test was posted in a Federal…

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NaturalizationUSCIS Unveils First Changes to Naturalization Test in Multi-Step Overhaul of American Citizenship Standards

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Child Molester in North Carolina Indicted and Arrested for Naturalization Fraud

A child molester in North Carolina has been indicted for naturalization fraud with assistance from USCIS investigators. The federal grand jury indictment followed a criminal investigation involving immigration authorities. This case…

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NaturalizationChild Molester in North Carolina Indicted and Arrested for Naturalization Fraud

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USCIS Supports Investigation Leading to Guilty Plea and Mandatory Denaturalization of Committed Sex Offender

A 54-year-old sex offender in San Antonio, Carlos Fabian Velez, has pleaded guilty to unlawful procurement of citizenship and faces mandatory denaturalization. USCIS provided key investigative support in uncovering the fraudulent…

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NaturalizationUSCIS Supports Investigation Leading to Guilty Plea and Mandatory Denaturalization of Committed Sex Offender

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Convicted Sex Offender in North Carolina Indicted for Naturalization Fraud

A 30-year-old Mexican-born U.S. citizen has been indicted for naturalization fraud by federal prosecutors in North Carolina. The defendant, Anibal Rios Lavias, previously had a conviction for a sex offense. This case highlights federal…

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NaturalizationConvicted Sex Offender in North Carolina Indicted for Naturalization Fraud

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Nigerian-Born Man Previously Convicted in an $80 Million Fraud Case Indicted on New Charges of Naturalization Fraud

A Nigerian-born U.S. citizen was indicted on charges of naturalization fraud with USCIS support in the investigation. This follows a prior conviction in an $80 million fraud case, indicating a pattern of fraudulent conduct. The case…

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NaturalizationNigerian-Born Man Previously Convicted in an $80 Million Fraud Case Indicted on New Charges of Naturalization Fraud

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Update to Policy on Disability Exceptions to Naturalization Requirements

USCIS updated its policy for processing Form N-648 (disability exceptions to naturalization test requirements) to strengthen verification of medical certifications and prevent fraud. The agency will conduct more rigorous review of medical…

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President Trump Tells Citizens to ‘Fiercely Guard’ American Way of Life in New Naturalization Ceremony Message

President Trump released a video message welcoming newly naturalized citizens and encouraging them to take pride in their American citizenship and heritage. USCIS shared the message as part of its naturalization ceremony communications.

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NaturalizationPresident Trump Tells Citizens to ‘Fiercely Guard’ American Way of Life in New Naturalization Ceremony Message

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USCIS Assists in HSI Investigation of Convicted Sex Offender Charged with Naturalization Fraud

USCIS helped Homeland Security Investigations prosecute a case of naturalization fraud involving Juan Antonio Ruiz, a 47-year-old naturalized U.S. citizen and convicted sex offender who was charged with committing fraud during the…

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NaturalizationUSCIS Assists in HSI Investigation of Convicted Sex Offender Charged with Naturalization Fraud

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USCIS Assists in Investigation of Postal Worker Found Guilty of Stealing Over $1.6 Million in Checks from the U.S. Mail and Lying to Obtain Citizenship

USCIS assisted in an investigation of a postal worker who was found guilty of stealing over $1.6 million in mail checks and committing bank fraud, and who also lied to obtain U.S. citizenship. A federal jury convicted him on both the…

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NaturalizationUSCIS Assists in Investigation of Postal Worker Found Guilty of Stealing Over $1.6 Million in Checks from the U.S. Mail and Lying to Obtain Citizenship

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USCIS Clarifies Guidance on Citizenship and Naturalization for Adopted Children

USCIS updated its policy manual to clarify how citizenship and naturalization rules apply to adopted children, effective immediately. The guidance removes ambiguity about eligibility and requirements for foreign-born adoptees seeking U.S.…

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