Form N-400 is a document used by permanent residents of the U.S. to apply for naturalization and become full-fledged U.S. citizens.
Select our fillable Form N-400, open it in our PDF editor, and complete it with the required information. Once you’re done, you can download this document to your device and then print, sign, and mail it to USCIS.
Form N-400, also known as the Application for Naturalization, is a document that must be submitted to start the process of becoming a U.S. citizen.
No one is required to fill out Form N-400, but any permanent resident who wants to become a U.S. citizen should submit it. However, they must meet specific eligibility requirements first, such as being at least 18 and being a permanent resident for at least 5 years, or at least 3 years if they are married to and living with a U.S. citizen for that time.
You should file Form N-400 up to 90 days before you complete the continuous residence requirement. The specifics may differ depending on what your eligibility is based on.
Errors or false information on Form N-400 for citizenship can have severe consequences, ranging from delays and denial to deportation and criminal prosecution. The latter two are possible only if it’s established that you’ve deliberately provided false information.
You should file Form N-400 with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), either electronically or by mail. Filing electronically requires a USCIS account. If you opt for the paper submission, you can find where to mail Form N-400 on the USCIS website (the address depends on where you live).
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You can get a blank Form N-400 from pdf.net, which offers an editable version of the document with blanks you can complete right there on the spot and save for submission
It usually takes about 7 to 17 months to process Form N-400. The exact time depends on your USCIS field office, the number of applications it receives, and whether you’ve provided all the required documentation.
To file Form N-400, you need your Green Card, a marriage certificate, certified arrest or conviction records, evidence of child support, proof of continuous residence and physical presence in the U.S., and more, depending on your situation. The complete list can be found on the official USCIS website.
If your Form N-400 is missing required information, the USCIS may reject it, send a Request for Evidence, or deny the application. To make sure this doesn’t happen, review the form carefully before submitting it. If you’ve already filed, contact the USCIS to see what your next steps should be. Also, cross-check your document with a Form N-400 example to make sure everything is correctly filled out.
Yes, you can fill out your Form N-400 online by opening it in our PDF editor and entering information there (you’ll then need to print, sign, and mail it) or completing it directly on the USCIS website. The latter method requires an account with USCIS.
This form is partly free. You can see and edit it without any cost, but you need to purchase one of the available subscription plans if you want to download it to your device.
Yes, you can correct mistakes on Form N-400 by contacting USCIS and asking for further instructions or by clarifying your error during the naturalization interview. Depending on the significance of the mistake, you may be required to submit a new document.
The filing fee for Form N-400 is $760 for general paper filing or $710 for general e-filing. However, if your annual household income is between 150% and 400% of the federal poverty guidelines, the fee is reduced to $380 (paper filing only). Applicants with an income at or below 150% may qualify for a fee waiver. The process can also be free if you meet the specific Immigration and Nationality Act requirements with respect to your military service.