N-600 Form Table of Changes

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Application for Certificate of Citizenship

N-600 Form Table of Changes

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TABLE OF CHANGES – FORM

Form N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship

OMB Number: 1615-0057

10/12/2021


Reason for Revision: Non-Rule Revision

Project Phase: OMBReview


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Page 1,

Part 1. Information About Your Eligibility

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START HERE - Type or print in black ink.


Part 1. Information About Your Eligibility


Enter Your 9-Digit A-Number:


1. This application is being filed based on the fact that: (Select only one box)

[] I am a BIOLOGICAL child of a U.S. citizen parent.

[] I am an ADOPTED child of a U.S. citizen parent.


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[] Other (Explain fully): [Fillable Field]


NOTE: If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


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START HERE - Type or print in black ink.


Part 1. Information About Your Eligibility


Enter Your 9-Digit A-Number:


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1. I am a:

[ ] child of a U.S. citizen filing for a Certificate of Citizenship for myself.

[ ] U.S. citizen parent or legal guardian filing for a Certificate of Citizenship on behalf of a child.


For Item Number 2., provide information about yourself if you are an applicant applying for the Certificate of Citizenship. Provide information about your child if you are a U.S. citizen parent or legal guardian applying for a Certificate of Citizenship for your minor child.


2. What is your relationship to your U.S. citizen parent? (Read the N-600 Instructions for more information.)


[] The biological child of a U.S. citizen parent. (If the U.S. citizen parent is your biological father, you will generally have to establish that you were born in wedlock or legitimated.)

[] The adopted child of a U.S. citizen parent.

[ ] The child of a non-genetic gestational U.S. citizen parent (person who carried and gave birth to the child) who is also your legal parent.

[ ] The child of a U.S. citizen parent who was married to your genetic or gestational parent at the time of your birth (even if no genetic or gestational relationship exists with the U.S. citizen parent) and both of your parents are also your legal parents.

[] Other (Explain fully): [Fillable Field]


NOTE: If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


Pages 1-4,

Part 2. Information About You

[Page 1]


Part 2. Information About You



NOTE: Provide information about yourself if you are an applicant applying for the Certificate of Citizenship. Provide information about your child if you are a U.S. citizen parent applying for a Certificate of Citizenship for your minor child.


1. Current Legal Name (do not provide a nickname)

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


2. Your Name Exactly As It Appears on Your Permanent Resident Card (if different from above)

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


3. Other Names You Have Used Since Birth

Provide all other names you have ever used, include nicknames, maiden name, and aliases.

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


4. U.S. Social Security Number (if any)


5. USCIS Online Account Number (if any)


6. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


7. Country of Birth


8. Country of Prior Citizenship or Nationality


9. Gender

Male

Female


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10. Mailing Address

In Care Of Name (if any)

Street Number and Name

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code + 4

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


11. Physical Address

Street Number and Name (Do not provide a PO Box in this space unless it is your ONLY address.)

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)




12. Current Marital Status

Single, Never Married

Married

Divorced

Widowed

Separated

Marriage Annulled

Other (Explain):


13. U.S. Armed Forces

Are you a member or veteran of any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces?

Yes

No


14. Information About Your Admission into the United States and Current Immigration Status

A. I arrived in the following manner

Port-of-Entry

[Fillable field]


Date of Entry (mm/dd/yyyy)

Exact Name Used at Time of Entry

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


B. I used the following travel document to be admitted to the United States

[] Passport

Passport Number

[] Travel Document

Travel Document Number

Country of Issuance for Passport or Travel Document

Date Passport or Travel Document Issued (mm/dd/yyyy)


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C. My most recent immigration status in the United States was:

A Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR)

A Nonimmigrant

A Refugee/Asylee

Other (Explain):


NOTE: If you select “Other” and you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


D. I obtained LPR status through adjustment of status in the United States or admission as a LPR (if applicable).

Date I became a LPR (mm/dd/yyyy)

U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) Office That Granted my LPR Status or Location Where I Was Admitted


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15. Have you previously applied for a Certificate of Citizenship or U.S. Passport?

Yes

No


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If you answered "Yes" to Item Number 15., provide an explanation below. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.

[Fillable Field]


16. Have you ever abandoned or lost your LPR status?

Yes

No


If you answered "Yes" to Item Number 16., provide an explanation below. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.

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17. Were you adopted?

Yes
No


If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 17., complete Items A. - D.



A. Place of Final Adoption

City or Town

State

Country


B. Date of Adoption (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Date Legal Custody Began (mm/dd/yyyy)


D. Date Physical Custody Began (mm/dd/yyyy)


18. Did you have to be re-adopted in the United States?

Yes

No


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If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 18., complete Items A. - D.




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A. Place of Final Adoption

City or Town

State

Country


B. Date of Adoption (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Date Legal Custody Began (mm/dd/yyyy)


D. Date Physical Custody Began (mm/dd/yyyy)


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19. Were your parents married to each other when you were born (or adopted)?

Yes

No


20. Did your parents marry after you were born?

Yes

No


21. Do you regularly reside in the United States in the legal and physical custody of your U.S. citizen parent(s), or, if over 18 years of age, did you regularly reside in the legal and physical custody of your U.S. citizen parent(s) before turning 18 years of age?

Yes
No


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22. Have you been absent from the United States since you first arrived?

Yes
No


Complete the following information only if you are claiming U.S. citizenship at the time of birth if you were born before October 10, 1952. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.



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A. Date You Left the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)


B. Date You Returned to the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Place of Entry Upon Return to the United States

City or Town

State


D. Date You Left the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)


E. Date You Returned to the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)


F. Place of Entry Upon Return to the United States

City or Town

State


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Part 2. Information About You (Child of a U.S. Citizen)


Provide information about yourself if you are an applicant applying for the Certificate of Citizenship. Provide information about your child if you are a U.S. citizen parent or legal guardian applying for a Certificate of Citizenship for your minor child.


1. Current Legal Name (do not provide a nickname)

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


2. Your Name Exactly As It Appears on Your Permanent Resident Card (if different from above)

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


3. Other Names You Have Used Since Birth

Provide all other names you have ever used, include nicknames, maiden name, and aliases.

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


4. U.S. Social Security Number (if any)


5. USCIS Online Account Number (if any)


6. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


7. Country of Birth


8. Country of Prior Citizenship or Nationality


9. Gender

Male

Female


10. Height  Feet__ Inches __


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11. Current Mailing Address

In Care Of Name (if any)

Street Number and Name

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


12. Current Physical Address (if different from the address above)

Street Number and Name (Do not provide a PO Box in this space unless it is your ONLY address.)

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


13. Current Marital Status

Single, Never Married

Married

Divorced

Widowed

Separated

Marriage Annulled

Other [Fillable field]


14. U.S. Armed Forces

Are you a member or veteran of any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces?

Yes

No


15. Information About Your Admission into the United States and Immigration Status

A. I arrived in the following manner

Port-of-Entry

[Fillable field]


Date of Entry (mm/dd/yyyy)

Exact Name Used at Time of Entry

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name



B. I used the following travel document to be admitted to the United States

[] Passport

Passport Number

[] Travel Document

Travel Document Number

Country of Issuance for Passport or Travel Document

Date Passport or Travel Document Issued (mm/dd/yyyy)


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C. Have you ever been a lawful permanent resident (LPR)?

Yes (Answer Item D. and Item Number 16.)

No (Go to Item Number 17.)




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D. I obtained LPR status through adjustment of status in the United States or admission as a LPR (if applicable).

Date I became a LPR (mm/dd/yyyy)

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Office That Granted my LPR Status or Location Where I Was Admitted


16. Have you ever abandoned or lost your LPR status?

Yes

No


If you answered "Yes" to Item Number 16., provide an explanation below. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.

[Fillable Field]


17. Have you previously applied for a Certificate of Citizenship?

Yes

No


If you answered "Yes" to Item Number 17., provide an explanation below. If you need extra space to complete your explanation, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.

[Fillable Field]


18. Have you previously applied for a U.S. Passport?

Yes

No


If you answered "Yes" to Item Number 18., provide an explanation below. If you need extra space to complete your explanation, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.

[Fillable Field]


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19. Do you regularly reside in the legal and physical custody of your U.S. citizen parent(s), or, if over 18 years of age, did you regularly reside in the legal and physical custody of your U.S. citizen parent(s) before turning 18 years of age?

Yes
No


20. Were you adopted?

Yes
No


If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 20., complete Item Numbers 20.A. – 20.E. If you answered “No,” go to Item Number 23.


A. Place of Adoption

City or Town

State

Country


B. Date of Adoption (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Date Legal Custody Began (mm/dd/yyyy)


D. Date Physical Custody Began (mm/dd/yyyy)


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E. Was this adoption considered a full, final, and complete adoption?

Yes

No


If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 20.E. proceed to Item Number 21. If you answered “No” to Item Number 20.E., complete Item Number 22.


21. Did your state of residence recognize your foreign adoption decree as full and final under that state’s adoption laws?
Yes
(Go to Part 3.)

No (Answer Item Numbers 22.A-22.D., then go to Part 3.)



22. Information About Re-Adoption


A. Place of Re-Adoption

City or Town

State

Country


B. Date of Adoption (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Date Legal Custody Began (mm/dd/yyyy)


D. Date Physical Custody Began (mm/dd/yyyy)


If you are not adopted, answer Item Numbers 23. and 24.


23. Were your parents married to each other when you were born?

Yes

No


24. Did your parents marry after you were born?

Yes

No


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Answer Item Number 25. only if you are claiming U.S. citizenship at the time of birth and you were born before October 10, 1952. Go to Part 3. if this does not apply to you. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


25. Have you been absent from the United States since you first arrived?

Yes (Answer Item Numbers 25.A.-25.F.)
No
(Go to Part 3.)


A. Date You Left the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)


B. Date You Returned to the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Place of Entry Upon Return to the United States

City or Town

State


D. Date You Left the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)


E. Date You Returned to the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)


F. Place of Entry Upon Return to the United States

City or Town

State


Page 4,

Part 3. Biographic Information

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Part 3. Biographic Information


1.  Ethnicity (Select only one box)

Hispanic or Latino

Not Hispanic or Latino


2.  Race (Select all applicable boxes)

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian

Black or African American

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

White


3.  Height  Feet__ Inches __


4.  Weight    Pounds _ _ _


5.  Eye Color (Select only one box)

Black

Blue

Brown

Gray

Green

Hazel

Maroon

Pink

Unknown/Other


6.  Hair Color (Select only one box)

Bald (No hair)

Black

Blond

Brown

Gray

Red

Sandy

White

Unknown/Other




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Pages 4-6,

Part 4. Information About Your U.S. Citizen Biological Father (or Adoptive Father)

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Part 4. Information About Your U.S. Citizen Biological Father (or Adoptive Father)


NOTE: Complete this section if you are claiming citizenship through a U.S. biological father (or adoptive father). Provide information about yourself if you are a U.S. citizen father applying for a Certificate of Citizenship on behalf of your minor biological or adopted child.

1. Current Legal Name of a U.S. Citizen Father

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


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2. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


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3. Country of Birth


4. Country of Citizenship or Nationality


5. Physical Address

Street Number and Name (Type or print "Deceased" and the date of death if your father has passed away.)

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code + 4

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


6. My father is a U.S. citizen by

[] Birth in the United States

[] Acquisition after birth through naturalization of alien parent(s)



[] Birth abroad to U.S. citizen parent(s)

Certificate of Citizenship Number (if any)

Alien Registration (A-Number) (if any)

[] Naturalization

Place of Naturalization (Name of Court or USCIS Office Location)

City or Town

State

Certificate of Naturalization Number

A-Number

Date of Naturalization (mm/dd/yyyy)


7. Has your father ever lost U.S. citizenship or taken any action that would cause loss of U.S. citizenship?

Yes

No


If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 7., provide an explanation in Part 11. Additional Information.


8. Marital History

A. How many times has your U.S. citizen father been married (including annulled marriages and marriages to the same person)?

B. What is your U.S. citizen father’s current marital status?

Single, Never Married

Married

Divorced

Widowed

Separated

Marriage Annulled

Other (Explain):


If you selected "Other," provide an explanation. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


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9. Information About U.S. Citizen Father's Current Spouse


A. Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


B. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Country of Birth


D. Country of Citizenship or Nationality


E. Spouse’s Physical Address

Street Number and Name

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code + 4

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


F. Date of Marriage (mm/dd/yyyy)


G. Place of Marriage

City or Town

State

Country


H. Spouse’s Immigration Status

U.S. Citizen

Lawful Permanent Resident

Other (Explain):


If you selected "Other," provide an explanation. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


I. Is your U.S. citizen father's current spouse also your biological (or adopted) mother?

Yes
No


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Part 3. Information About Your U.S. Citizen Parent


NOTE: Provide information about your U.S. citizen parent. Provide information about yourself if you are a U.S. citizen parent applying for a Certificate of Citizenship on behalf of your minor child.


1. Current Legal Name of a U.S. Citizen Parent

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


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2. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


3. This Parent is My:

[] Mother

[] Father


4. Country of Birth


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5. Current Physical Address

Street Number and Name (Type or print "Deceased" and the date of death if applicable.)

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)



6. My parent is a U.S. citizen by

[] Birth in the United States

[] Acquisition after birth through naturalization of parent(s)

Certificate of Citizenship Number (if any)

Alien Registration (A-Number) (if any)

[] Birth abroad to U.S. citizen parent(s)

Certificate of Citizenship Number (if any)

Alien Registration (A-Number) (if any)

[] Naturalization

Place of Naturalization (Name of Court or USCIS Office Location)

City or Town

State

Certificate of Naturalization Number

A-Number

Date of Naturalization (mm/dd/yyyy)


7. Has your parent ever lost U.S. citizenship or taken any action that would cause loss of U.S. citizenship?

Yes

No


If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 7., provide an explanation in Part 11. Additional Information.


8. Marital History

A. How many times has your U.S. citizen parent been married (including annulled marriages and marriages to the same person)?

B. What is your U.S. citizen parent’s current marital status?

Single, Never Married

Married

Divorced

Widowed

Separated

Marriage Annulled

Other [Fillable field]


If you selected "Other," provide an explanation. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


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9. If your U.S. citizen parent is married, is their current spouse also your other parent?

Yes (Go to Part 4.)
No (Answer Item Numbers 10.A.-10.H.)


10. Information About U.S. Citizen Parent's Current Spouse


A. Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


B. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Country of Birth


D. Country of Citizenship or Nationality


E. Spouse’s Current Physical Address

Street Number and Name

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


F. Date of Marriage (mm/dd/yyyy)


G. Place of Marriage

City or Town

State

Country


H. Spouse’s Immigration Status

U.S. Citizen

Lawful Permanent Resident

Other (Explain):


If you selected "Other," provide an explanation. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


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Pages 6-8,

Part 5. Information About Your U.S. Citizen Biological Mother (or Adoptive Mother)

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Part 5. Information About Your U.S. Citizen Biological Mother (or Adoptive Mother)


NOTE: Complete this section if you are claiming citizenship through a U.S. citizen biological mother (or adoptive mother). Provide information about yourself if you are a U.S. citizen mother applying for a Certificate of Citizenship on behalf of your minor biological or adopted child.


1. Current Legal Name of U.S. Citizen Mother

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


2. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


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3. Country of Birth


4. Country of Citizenship or Nationality


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5. Physical Address

Street Number and Name (Type or print “Deceased” and the date of death if your mother has passed away.)

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code + 4

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


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6. My mother is a U.S. citizen by

[] Birth in the United States

[] Acquisition after birth through naturalization of alien parent(s)

[] Birth abroad to U.S. citizen parent(s)

Certificate of Citizenship Number (if any)

Alien Registration (A-Number) (if any)

[] Naturalization

Place of Naturalization (Name of Court or USCIS Office Location)

City or Town

State

Certificate of Naturalization Number

A-Number

Date of Naturalization (mm/dd/yyyy)




7. Has your mother ever lost U.S. citizenship or taken any action that would cause loss of U.S. citizenship?

Yes

No


If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 7., provide an explanation in Part 11. Additional Information.


8. Marital History


A. How many times has your U.S. citizen mother been married (including annulled marriages and marriages to the same person)?


B. What is your U.S. citizen mother’s current marital status?

Single, Never Married

Married

Divorced

Widowed

Separated

Marriage Annulled

Other (Explain):


If you selected "Other," provide an explanation. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


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9. Information About U.S. Citizen Mother’s Current Spouse


A. Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


B. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Country of Birth


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D. Country of Citizenship or Nationality


E. Spouse’s Physical Address

Street Number and Name

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code + 4

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


F. Date of Marriage (mm/dd/yyyy)


G. Place of Marriage

City or Town

State

Country


H. Spouse’s Immigration Status

U.S. Citizen

Lawful Permanent Resident

Other (Explain):


If you selected "Other," provide an explanation. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


I. Is your U.S. citizen mother’s current spouse also your biological (or adopted) father?

Yes
No


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Part 4. Information About Your Other Parent


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1. Current Legal Name of Other Parent

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


2. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


3. This Parent is My:

[] Mother

[] Father


4. Country of Birth


5. Country of Citizenship or Nationality


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6. Current Physical Address

Street Number and Name (Type or print “Deceased” and the date of death if applicable.)

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)



7. Is your other parent a U.S. citizen?

Yes (Go to Item Number 8.)

No (Go to Item Number 9.)


8. My other parent is a U.S. citizen by

[] Birth in the United States

[] Acquisition after birth through naturalization of parent(s)

Certificate of Citizenship Number (if any)

Alien Registration (A-Number) (if any)

[] Birth abroad to U.S. citizen parent(s)

Certificate of Citizenship Number (if any)

Alien Registration (A-Number) (if any)

[] Naturalization

Place of Naturalization (Name of Court or USCIS Office Location)

City or Town

State

Certificate of Naturalization Number

Alien Registration (A-Number)

Date of Naturalization (mm/dd/yyyy)


9. Has your other parent ever lost U.S. citizenship or taken any action that would cause loss of U.S. citizenship?

Yes

No


If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 9., provide an explanation in Part 11. Additional Information.


10. Marital History


A. How many times has your other parent been married (including annulled marriages and marriages to the same person)?


B. What is your other parent’s current marital status?

Single, Never Married

Married

Divorced

Widowed

Separated

Marriage Annulled

Other [Fillable field]


If you selected "Other," provide an explanation. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


11. If your parent identified in Part 4. is married, is their current spouse your parent identified in Part 3.?

Yes (Go to Part 5.)
No (Answer Item Numbers 12.A.-12.H.)



12. Information About Other Parent’s Current Spouse


A. Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


B. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. Country of Birth


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D. Country of Citizenship or Nationality


E. Spouse’s Current Physical Address

Street Number and Name

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


F. Date of Marriage (mm/dd/yyyy)


G. Place of Marriage

City or Town

State

Country


H. Spouse’s Immigration Status

U.S. Citizen

Lawful Permanent Resident

Other (Explain):


If you selected "Other," provide an explanation. If you need extra space to complete this section, use the space provided in Part 11. Additional Information.


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Part 5. Information About a Legal Guardian Applying on Behalf of a Child


Complete this section if you are a legal guardian applying on behalf of a minor child.


1. Current Legal Name of Legal Guardian

Family Name (Last Name)

Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


2. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)


3. Current Physical Address

Street Number and Name

Apt. Ste. Flr.

Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Province (foreign address only)

Postal Code (foreign address only)

Country (foreign address only)


Page 8,

Part 6. Physical Presence in the United States From Birth Until Filing of Form N-600

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Part 6. Physical Presence in the United States From Birth Until Filing of Form N-600


NOTE: Only applicants born outside the United States claiming to have been born U.S. citizens are required to provide all the dates when your U.S. citizen biological father or U.S. citizen biological mother resided in the United States. Include all dates from your birth until the date you file your Form N-600.


1. Indicate whether this information relates to your U.S. citizen father or mother

U.S. Citizen Father

U.S. Citizen Mother


2. Physical Presence in the United States

A. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


B. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


D. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


E. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


F. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


G. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


H. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


[Page 8]


Part 6. Physical Presence in the United States From U.S. Citizen Parent’s Birth Until Child’s Birth


NOTE: Only applicants born outside the United States claiming to have been born U.S. citizens are required to provide all the dates when their U.S. citizen parent was physically present in the United States. Include all dates from the U.S. citizen parent’s birth until the child’s birth.


1. Indicate to which U.S. citizen parent this information relates

U.S. Citizen Parent Identified in Part 3.

U.S. Citizen Parent Identified in Part 4.


2. Physical Presence in the United States

A. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


B. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


C. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


D. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


E. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


F. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


G. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


H. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


Page 9,

Part 7. Information About Military Service of U.S. Citizen Parent

[Page 9]


Part 7. Information About Military Service of U.S. Citizen Parents


NOTE: Complete this only if you are an applicant claiming U.S. citizenship at time of birth abroad.


1. Has your U.S. citizen parent served in the U.S. Armed Forces?

Yes

No


[New]





2. If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 1., which parent served in the U.S. Armed Forces?

U.S. Citizen Father

U.S. Citizen Mother


3. Dates of Service (mm/dd/yyyy) (if time of service fulfills any of the required physical presence, submit evidence of the service.)


A. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


B. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


4. Type of Discharge

Honorable

Other than Honorable

Dishonorable


[Page 9]


Part 7. Information About Military Service of U.S. Citizen Parents


NOTE: Complete this only if you are an applicant claiming U.S. citizenship at time of birth abroad.


1. Has your U.S. citizen parent served in the U.S. Armed Forces?

Yes

No


If both of your parents are U.S. citizens and have both served in the U.S. Armed Forces, provide information about the other parent’s service in Part 11. Additional Information.


2. If you answered “Yes” to Item Number 1., provide the name of your parent who served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

[fillable text field]


3. Dates of Service (mm/dd/yyyy) (if time of service fulfills any of the required physical presence, submit evidence of the service.)


A. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


B. From (mm/dd/yyyy)

To (mm/dd/yyyy)


4. Type of Military Service

Honorable

Other than Honorable

Dishonorable

Other (Explain):


Pages 9-10,

Part 8. Applicant’s Statement, Contact Information, Certification, and Signature

[Page 9]


Part 8. Applicant’s Statement, Contact Information, Certification, and Signature



NOTE: Read the Penalties section of the Form N-600 Instructions before completing this section.


Applicant’s Statement



NOTE: Select the box for either Item A. or B. in Item Number 1. If applicable, select the box for Item Number 2.

1. Applicant’s Statement Regarding the Interpreter


A. I can read and understand English, and I have read and understand every question and instruction on this application and my answer to every question.


B. The interpreter named in Part 9. read to me every question and instruction on this application and my answer to every question in [Fillable Field], a language in which I am fluent, and I understood everything.


2. Applicant’s Statement Regarding the Preparer


At my request, the preparer named in Part 10., [Fillable field], prepared this application for me based only upon information I provided or authorized.


Applicant’s Contact Information

3. Applicant’s Daytime Telephone Number

4. Applicant’s Mobile Telephone Number (if any)

5. Applicant’s Email Address (if any)


Applicant’s Certification

Copies of any documents I have submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered, original documents, and I understand that USCIS may require that I submit original documents to USCIS at a later date. Furthermore, I authorize the release of any information from any and all of my records that USCIS may need to determine my eligibility for the immigration benefit that I seek.


I furthermore authorize release of information contained in this application, in supporting documents, and in my USCIS records, to other entities and persons where necessary for the administration and enforcement of U.S. immigration law.


[Page 10]


I understand that USCIS may require me to appear for an appointment to take my biometrics (fingerprints, photograph, and/or signature) and, at that time, if I am required to provide biometrics, I will be required to sign an oath reaffirming that:


1) I reviewed and provided or authorized all of the information in my application;

2) I understood all of the information contained in, and submitted with, my application; and

3) All of this information as complete, true, and correct at the time of filing.


I certify, under penalty of perjury, that I provided or authorized all of the information in my application, I understand all of the information contained in, and submitted with, my application, and that all of this information is complete, true, and correct.


Applicant’s Signature

6. Applicant’s Signature (sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS: If you do not completely fill out this application or fail to submit required documents listed in the Instructions, USCIS may deny your application.


[Page 9]


Part 8. Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Statement, Contact Information, Certification, and Signature


NOTE: Read the Penalties section of the Form N-600 Instructions before completing this section.


Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Statement


NOTE: Select the box for either Item A. or B. in Item Number 1. If applicable, select the box for Item Number 2.

1. Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Statement Regarding the Interpreter


A. I can read and understand English, and I have read and understand every question and instruction on this application and my answer to every question.


B. The interpreter named in Part 9. read to me every question and instruction on this application and my answer to every question in [Fillable Field], a language in which I am fluent, and I understood everything.


2. Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Statement Regarding the Preparer


At my request, the preparer named in Part 10., [Fillable field], prepared this application for me based only upon information I provided or authorized.


Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Contact Information

3. Daytime Telephone Number

4. Mobile Telephone Number (if any)

5. Email Address (if any)


Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Certification

Copies of any documents I have submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered, original documents, and I understand that USCIS may require that I submit original documents to USCIS at a later date. Furthermore, I authorize the release of any information from any and all of my records that USCIS may need to determine my eligibility for the immigration benefit that I seek.


I furthermore authorize release of information contained in this application, in supporting documents, and in my USCIS records, to other entities and persons where necessary for the administration and enforcement of U.S. immigration law.


[Page 10]


I understand that USCIS may require me (the applicant/child) to appear for an appointment to take my biometrics and, that if I am required to appear, I will be required to sign an oath reaffirming that:


1) I reviewed and provided or authorized all of the information in my application;

2) I understood all of the information contained in, and submitted with, my application; and

3) All of this information as complete, true, and correct at the time of filing.


I certify, under penalty of perjury, that I provided or authorized all of the information in my application, I understand all of the information contained in, and submitted with, my application, and that all of this information is complete, true, and correct.


Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Signature

6. Signature (sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS: If you do not completely fill out this application or fail to submit required documents listed in the Instructions, USCIS may deny your application.


Page 10-11,

Part 9. Interpreter’s Contact Information, Certification, and Signature

[Page 10]


Part 9. Interpreter’s Contact Information, Certification, and Signature


Provide the following information about the interpreter.


Interpreter’s Full Name

1. Interpreter’s Family Name (Last Name)

Interpreter’s Given Name (First Name)

2. Interpreter’s Business or Organization Name (if any)


Interpreter’s Mailing Address

3. Street Number and Name

Apt./Ste./Flr. Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code + 4

Province

Postal Code

Country


Interpreter’s Contact Information

4. Interpreter’s Daytime Telephone Number

5. Interpreter’s Mobile Telephone Number (if any)

6. Interpreter’s Email Address (if any)


[Page 11]


Interpreter’s Certification

I certify, under penalty of perjury, that:


I am fluent in English and [Fillable Field], which is the same language specified in Part 8., Item B. in Item Number 1., and I have read to this applicant in the identified language every question and instruction on this application and his or her answer to every question. The applicant informed me that he or she understands every instruction, question, and answer on the application, including the Applicant’s Certification, and has verified the accuracy of every answer.



Interpreter’s Signature

7. Interpreter’s Signature

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


[Page 10]


Part 9. Interpreter’s Contact Information, Certification, and Signature


Provide the following information about the interpreter.


Interpreter’s Full Name

1. Interpreter’s Family Name (Last Name)

Interpreter’s Given Name (First Name)

2. Interpreter’s Business or Organization Name (if any)


Interpreter’s Mailing Address

3. Street Number and Name

Apt./Ste./Flr. Number

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Province

Postal Code

Country


Interpreter’s Contact Information

4. Interpreter’s Daytime Telephone Number

5. Interpreter’s Mobile Telephone Number (if any)

6. Interpreter’s Email Address (if any)


[Page 11]


Interpreter’s Certification

I certify, under penalty of perjury, that:


I am fluent in English and [Fillable Field], which is the same language specified in Part 8., Item B. in Item Number 1., and I have read to this applicant (or their parent or legal guardian) in the identified language every question and instruction on this application and his or her answer to every question. The applicant (or their parent or legal guardian) informed me that he or she understands every instruction, question, and answer on the application, including the Applicant’s Certification, and has verified the accuracy of every answer.


Interpreter’s Signature

7. Interpreter’s Signature

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


Pages 11-12,

Part 10. Contact Information, Declaration, and Signature of the Person Preparing this Application, if Other Than the Applicant

[Page 11]


Part 10. Contact Information, Declaration, and Signature of the Person Preparing this Application, if Other Than the Applicant




[Page 12]


Preparer’s Statement

7. A. I am not an attorney or accredited representative but have prepared this application on behalf of the applicant and with the applicant’s consent.


B. I am an attorney or accredited representative and my representation of the applicant in this case extends/does not extend beyond the preparation of this application.


NOTE: If you are an attorney or accredited representative, you may need to submit a completed Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative, with this application. Members of the Armed Forces applying outside the United States for a Certificate of Citizenship under INA section 320 may file Form G-28I, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney In Matters Outside the Geographical Confines of the United States with this application, if applicable.


Preparer’s Certification

By my signature, I certify, under penalty of perjury, that I prepared this application at the request of the applicant. The applicant then reviewed this completed application and informed me that he or she understands all of the information contained in, and submitted with, his or her application, including the Applicant's Certification, and that all of this information is complete, true, and correct. I completed this application based only on information that the applicant provided to me or authorized me to obtain or use.




Preparer’s Signature

8. Preparer’s Signature (sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


[Page 11]


Part 10. Contact Information, Declaration, and Signature of the Person Preparing this Application, if Other Than the Applicant, Parent, or Legal Guardian



[Page 12]


Preparer’s Statement

7. A. I am not an attorney or accredited representative but have prepared this application on behalf of the applicant and with the applicant’s consent (or the consent of their parent or legal guardian).


B. I am an attorney or accredited representative and my representation of the applicant in this case extends/does not extend beyond the preparation of this application.


NOTE: If you are an attorney or accredited representative, you may need to submit a completed Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative, with this application. Members of the Armed Forces applying outside the United States for a Certificate of Citizenship under INA section 320 may file Form G-28I, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney In Matters Outside the Geographical Confines of the United States with this application, if applicable.


Preparer’s Certification

By my signature, I certify, under penalty of perjury, that I prepared this application at the request of the applicant (or their parent or legal guardian). The applicant (or their parent or legal guardian) then reviewed this completed application and informed me that he or she understands all of the information contained in, and submitted with, his or her application, including the Applicant's Certification, and that all of this information is complete, true, and correct. I completed this application based only on information that the applicant (or their parent or legal guardian) provided to me or authorized me to obtain or use.


Preparer’s Signature

8. Preparer’s Signature (sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


Page 14,

Part 12. Affidavit (do NOT complete this part unless instructed to do so AT THE INTERVIEW)

[Page 14]


Part 12. Affidavit (do NOT complete this part unless instructed to do so AT THE INTERVIEW)


I, the (applicant, parent, or legal guardian) [Field] do swear or affirm, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the United States, that I know and understand the contents of this application signed by me, and the attached supplementary pages number [Field] to [Field] inclusive, that the same are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, and that corrections number [Field] to [Field] were made by me or at my request.


Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Signature (Sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


Subscribed and sworn or affirmed before me upon examination of the applicant (parent, or legal guardian) on [Date (mm/dd/yyyy)] at [(Location)].


USCIS Officer’s Printed Name

USCIS Officer’s Title

USCIS Officer’s Signature (Sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


[Page 14]


Part 12. Affidavit (Do NOT complete this part unless instructed to do so AT THE INTERVIEW)


I, the (applicant, parent, or legal guardian) [Field] do swear or affirm, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the United States, that I know and understand the contents of this application signed by me, and the attached supplementary pages number [Field] to [Field] inclusive, that the same are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, and that corrections number [Field] to [Field] were made by me or at my request.


Applicant’s, Parent’s, or Legal Guardian’s Signature (Sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


Subscribed and sworn or affirmed before me upon examination of the applicant, parent, or legal guardian on [Date (mm/dd/yyyy)] at [(Location)].


USCIS Officer’s Printed Name

USCIS Officer’s Title

USCIS Officer’s Signature (Sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


Pages 14-15,

Part 13. Officer Report and Recommendation on Application for Certificate of Citizenship (for USCIS use ONLY)

[Page 14]


Part 13. Officer Report and Recommendation on Application for Certificate of Citizenship (for USCIS use ONLY)


On the basis of the documents, records, the testimony of persons examined, and the identification upon personal appearance of the underage beneficiary, I find that all the facts and conclusions set forth under oath in this application are:


1. True and correct

2. The applicant derived or acquired U.S. citizenship on [Date (mm/dd/yyyy)]

3. The applicant derived or acquired U.S. citizenship through (Select the box next to the appropriate section of law, or if the section of law is not reflected, type or print the applicable section of law in the space next to “Other.”)

A. INA Section 301

B. INA Section 309

C. INA Section 320

D. INA Section 321

E. Other


4. The applicant has not been expatriated since that time


[Page 15]


I recommend that this Form N-600 be:

Approved

Denied


Issue Certificate of Citizenship in the name of:


Family Name (Last Name)
Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


USCIS Officer’s Printed Name

USCIS Officer’s Title

USCIS Officer’s Signature (Sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)


[Page 14]


Part 13. Officer Report on Application for Certificate of Citizenship (for USCIS use ONLY)


On the basis of the documents, records, the testimony of persons examined, and the identification upon personal appearance of the underage beneficiary (if applicable), I find that all the facts and conclusions set forth under oath in this application are:


1. True and correct

2. The applicant derived or acquired U.S. citizenship on [Date (mm/dd/yyyy)]

3. The applicant derived or acquired U.S. citizenship through (Select the box next to the appropriate section of law, or if the section of law is not reflected, type or print the applicable section of law in the space next to “Other.”)

A. INA Section 301

B. INA Section 309

C. INA Section 320

D. Former INA Section 321

E. Other


4. The applicant has not been expatriated since that time


[Page 15]


This Form N-600 is:

Approved

Denied


Issue Certificate of Citizenship in the name of:


Family Name (Last Name)
Given Name (First Name)

Middle Name


USCIS Officer’s Printed Name

USCIS Officer’s Title

USCIS Officer’s Signature (Sign in ink)

Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)



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