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CHECKLIST FOR APPLICATION FOR NATURALIZATION

U.S. immigration laws allow for the facilitation of naturalization for the spouse of an U.S. citizen who is either: 1)

departing the U.S. to reside with his/her spouse; or 2) residing overseas with his/her spouse, when specific conditions

exist. The following documentation must be provided:

Completed and signed Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. Be sure that your Alien number and full

legal name is written correctly, that you sign the form, and complete Part 2 that indicates the basis of your eligibility for

expeditious naturalization.

A photocopy of both sides of your Permanent Resident Card (previously known as the Alien Registration Card,

or “green card”.)

Two color passport style photographs

A check or money order made payable to: Department of Homeland Security or U.S. Citizenship and

Immigration Services. Fee amounts are listed on

Two Sets of Fingerprints – (If overseas, make an appointment with USCIS or DOS staff at an overseas location to

have fingerprints taken.)

United States citizen spouse’s proof of citizenship, i.e. birth certificate if born in the United States; United States

Passport; naturalization certificate if naturalized citizen; or certificate of citizenship. Copies of these documents are

acceptable upon filing of the N-400. However, originals of these documents may be requested later.

Applicant’s marriage certificate (copy) and English translation, if applicable.

If you OR your spouse had any prior marriages, submit proof of termination of ALL of those marriages

(divorce decree or death certificate) and English translation if applicable.

If you are filing your application from outside of the United States, indicate in a letter at which USCIS office in

the United States you wish to be interviewed.

For spouses of military members, Form DD1278, Certificate of Overseas Assignment to Support Application to

File Petition for Naturalization, authorizing military dependent(s) concurrent travel. The DD1278 must be issued no

earlier than 90 days prior to the scheduled date of travel overseas.

Proof of US citizen spouse’s qualifying employment overseas showing concurrent travel and residence:

A copy of your spouse’s travel orders;

A letter from your spouse’s Commanding Officer indicating you have permission to reside

abroad with your spouse after naturalization; or

Evidence of transportation arrangements to the new duty station.

Proof that the applicant is a spouse of a US citizen who is regularly stationed overseas in the employment

of/as:

The U.S. government;

A recognized American institution of research;

An American firm or corporation engaged in whole or part in the development of foreign trade

or commerce, or a subsidiary thereof;

A public international organization in which the US participates; or

A Minister or priest of a religious denomination having a bona fide organization in the US; or

A Missionary.

RIT Revised 7/18/08

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