What to Bring to Your Citizenship Interview

You must bring your interview appointment notice (Form I-797C), Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), valid passport, state-issued photo ID, and a copy of your N-400 application to your USCIS citizenship interview. According to USCIS, you may also need additional documents depending on your marital status, travel history, and other factors.

Required Documents (Everyone)

• Interview appointment notice (Form I-797C)
• Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
• Valid passport or travel documents (current and expired)
• State-issued photo ID (driver's license or ID card)
• Copy of your N-400 application

If You're Married to a US Citizen

• Marriage certificate
• Proof of spouse's US citizenship (birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or US passport)
• Evidence of living together (joint bank statements, tax returns, utility bills)
• Divorce or death certificates from any previous marriages

If You Have Children

• Birth certificates for all children
• Evidence of relationship (if children are adopted or stepchildren)

If You Traveled Outside the US

• All passports used during the time as a permanent resident
• List of trips outside the US with dates

If You Owe Taxes or Child Support

• Tax returns for the past 5 years (or 3 if married to a US citizen)
• IRS tax transcripts
• Evidence of child support payments

If You Have a Criminal History

• Certified court disposition for each arrest or citation
• Evidence of completion of sentence (if applicable)

Tips for Interview Day

1. Organize documents in the order listed above
2. Bring original documents AND photocopies
3. Arrive 15-30 minutes early
4. Dress professionally
5. Turn off your phone before entering

Having your documents ready is half the battle. The other half is being prepared for the civics, reading, and writing portions of the test. Citizenry offers unlimited mock interviews that simulate the full USCIS interview experience, including the English reading and writing tests that most other apps leave out. Practice beforehand so you can walk in confident with your documents organized and your answers ready.