GOOD NEWS

Certificate of Naturalization Was Issued

USCIS has issued your Certificate of Naturalization.

This is your official proof of U.S. citizenship. Keep it in a safe place. You can use it to apply for a U.S. passport, prove citizenship for employment, and petition for family members. If lost, you can file Form N-565 for a replacement.

Worry Level

1/10

Typical Timeline

Immediate if at ceremony; 2-4 weeks if mailed

What You Should Do

Store the certificate safely. Apply for a passport. Update your records.

Applies To

N-400

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📍 Status Flow

BeforeOath Ceremony Was Completed
BeforeCitizenship Approved
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Current Certificate of Naturalization Was Issued
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🎯 Common Outcomes

Passport ObtainedVoter Registration

🔗 Related Statuses

?Frequently Asked Questions

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🚀 What Happens Next?

What Happens After Oath Ceremony?

You are now a U.S. citizen! Learn your first steps: passport, voter registration, and updating records.

  1. 1Receive Certificate of Naturalization (at ceremony or by mail)
  2. 2Apply for U.S. passport through State Department
  3. 3Register to vote in your state
  4. 4Update Social Security records to remove restrictions
  5. 5Update employer, banks, and other institutions with new status
  6. 6Consider petitioning for family members

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