USCIS Unveils First Changes to Naturalization Test in Multi-Step Overhaul of American Citizenship Standards
Release Date
09/17/2025
Changes to naturalization civics test better assess applicants’ knowledge of U.S. history and government
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Citizenship and Naturalization
What is Naturalization
Naturalization is the process by which USCIS confers U.S. Citizenship upon a foreign citizen who has fulfilled certain requirements.
Benefits of Becoming a US Citizen
There are many benefits to becoming a US Citizen. The below list does not include all the benefits of citizenship, only some of the more important ones: