A U.S. citizenship interview is a meeting with a USCIS officer to determine eligibility for citizenship. The interview includes questions about your application and background, and a civics and English test.

What happens during the interview?

• The officer reviews your application and asks questions about it
• The officer may ask questions about your "A-File"
• The officer may ask for additional documents
• You take the English and civics test

How do I prepare?

• Attend the in person and/ or the online classes
• Practice answering questions about U.S. history and government

What should I wear?

• Dress comfortably but professionally
• Avoid wearing jeans, shorts, and t-shirts

What should I do during the interview?

• be friendly with the officer and don't lie.