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Oath Ceremony Notice Was Mailed

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What it means

USCIS mailed your oath ceremony notice (Form N-445) with the date, time and place of the ceremony where you'll become a citizen.

What happens next

Answer the questions on the notice on the day of the ceremony and bring it with your green card. If you can't attend, follow the rescheduling instructions on the notice.

Informational only, not legal advice. Go by the notice USCIS sent you, and confirm deadlines and options with USCIS or an immigration attorney.

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Questions people ask

What is Form N-445?+

The Notice of Naturalization Oath Ceremony. It has the date, time and place of your ceremony, plus questions about the time since your interview that you answer on the day.

The notice hasn't arrived. What should I do?+

Give the mail a week or two. If you have a USCIS online account, check it. If it still hasn't arrived, contact USCIS so you don't miss the ceremony.

What happens at the ceremony?+

You check in, turn in your green card, take the Oath of Allegiance and receive your Certificate of Naturalization. After that you can apply for a U.S. passport.

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