Applying for Naturalization

Can I legally change my name when I naturalize?

You can change your name as part of your naturalization if a court in your area conducts naturalization oath ceremonies.

Do I need a lawyer? Can you refer me to good citizenship lawyers?

You do not need a lawyer unless you have had certain issues with the police and/or government.

If I have been convicted of a crime but my record has been expunged, do I need to indicate that on my application or tell an Imm

Yes. You should always be honest with Immigration regarding all:

What do I need to bring to a Citizenship Workshop?

To be able to fill out your citizenship application you will need to bring the following to the workshop:

What form do I use to file for naturalization?

You should use an "Application for Naturalization" (Form N-400), which you can download here: http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/N-400.pdf.

Where do I send my application?

Send to the service center of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in your area.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Service Centers

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