Changes to Naturalization Application, USCIS N-400

​USCIS published two important updates to filing Form N-400, Application for Naturalization (aka Application for U.S. citizenship), now that it is processed electronically.

All applicants (except those who reside overseas):

• No longer need to submit two passport-style photographs. We will capture their photographs when they appear at the Application Support Center (ASC) for their biometrics appointment.
• Will be scheduled for a biometric service appointment at a local ASC for collection of their fingerprints, photographs and signature, regardless of their age.

USCIS used to waive the fingerprint requirement for applicants 75 years or older, which meant they were not required to appear at an ASC. However, now that this form is processed electronically, those applicants do need to appear at an ASC. Our improved technology means we can capture fingerprints for applicants of all ages. This enhances our ability to confirm their identity and perform required background checks.  Applicants aged 75 and older do not have to pay the biometrics fee.
All domestic USCIS facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities. However, USCIS can make special arrangements to accommodate the needs of the elderly and applicants with disabilities, who are homebound or hospitalized.  This is known as homebound processing. Applicants who need to request an accommodation for their appointment can submit a service request online or call the National Customer Service Center (NCSC) at any time at 800-375-5283 (TDD: 800-767-1833).  

Please note: At this time, you cannot submit Form N-400 applications online.
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Beginning April 13, 2016, applicants who submit the revised Form N-400, Application for Naturalization (dated March 26, 2016) may be invited to create a USCIS online account to track and manage their case online depending on how their form is processed. If you submit the revised Form N-400, you may receive a USCIS Account Acceptance Notice in the mail with instructions on how to create a USCIS online account.  USCIS will continue processing your application even if you choose not to access your online account.  USCIS also will continue to send you copies of notifications about your case by mail through the U.S. Postal Service.

Briefly in Russian: вкратце по-русски.

Произведены два важных изменения при подаче заявления на натурализацию (гражданство) США, форма N-400.

(1) вам не нужно подавать паспортные фото с вашим заявлением,
и
(2) вне зависимости от возраста, вас пригласят на отпечатки пальцев, фото и образец подписи.

Ранее лица старше 75 были освобождены от требования отпечатков пальцев. На сегодняшний день лица любого возраста будут приглашены на отпечатки пальцев, но лица старше 75 освобождены от уплаты 85 долларов за отпечатки.

Новая форма N-400 пока подается по почте, но рассматривается электронно. USCIS пришлет вам приглашение создать свой аккаунт онлайн.