Useful Resources

• Ventures Arcade: Free resources to help you with the 100 questions, the English test, and the interview.
• USCIS Citizenship Resource Center: Information on eligibility and testing, the application process, study materials, and more about citizenship rights and responsibilities.
• CUNY Citizenship Now: Information about free, high quality, and confidential immigration law services to help individuals and families on their path to U.S. citizenship. Click here for information about services for DACA recipients.
• US Citizenship Test Questions
• ​Citizenship Study Guide​
• ​Citizenship Interview: Questions from the N400 Form​
• Immi: Points you to free legal assistance in community. It also has a hotline that sends out updates, a know-your-rights section, and legal language glossary. 
• Citizenshipworks: A free online service that helps you apply for citizenship, step-by-step.
• The Charters of Freedom: Learn about the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and Bill of Rights.
• My Undocumented Life: Up-to-date information & resources for undocumented immigrants.
• HIAS: Study guides for the US citizenship test & subtitled videos of the USCIS naturalization interview in different languages.
• ​International Center of Catholic Charities: Welcoming & integrating immigrants & refugees. Click here to learn about their free citizenship classes for legal permanent residents.

The Naturalization Process

Apply for Citizenship: Learn the 10-steps to become a U.S. citizen and find the required forms.

NaturalizeNY: Are you eligible to become a US citizen but don't have the $725 to apply? You can register here to win a voucher to cover the application costs. For New York residents only.

Resources from the US Citizenship & Immigration Services

The USCIS Naturalization Interview and Test VideoThe USCIS Naturalization Interview and Test is a 16-minute video that provides an overview of the naturalization process and testing requirements. This video highlights scenes from the naturalization interview, including the English and U.S. history and government (civics) portions of the naturalization test. These simulated situations provide a closer look into the overall process.

A Promise of Freedom (English captions) This 12-minute film focuses on the history and founding of our nation and the important rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship. Accompanying the DVD is a discussion booklet that aims to encourage discussion and review of the basic concepts of American democracy outlined in the film. A Promise of Freedom is an excellent way to begin a session on immigration or citizenship. The film is available with English captions.