Frequently Asked Questions
The naturalization test is part of the process to become a U.S. citizen. It includes questions about U.S. history and government (civics) and an English test.
For Form N-400 applications filed on or after October 20, 2025, the 2025 civics test asks up to 20 questions from a pool of 128. You need 12 correct to pass (the officer may stop early once you reach 12 correct or 9 incorrect).
If you qualify for the 65/20 exception (age 65 or older and at least 20 years as a permanent resident), officers ask up to 10 questions from the 20 starred questions on the official list, and you need at least 6 correct.
Confirm current rules on the official USCIS 2025 civics test page.
We keep study content aligned with the official 2025 civics materials on CitizenExams.com. Some answers (such as your senators, governor, or capital) depend on where you live — pick your state on the free practice test or on System of Government study so those fill with your local officials. Your House representative varies by district; verify before the interview.
If you don’t pass the test on your first try, you can usually retake it. Applicants are generally given two chances to pass. Check USCIS for the latest retest rules.
Officials change after elections and appointments. Some civics answers are state- or district-specific. Use this site to learn the questions and accepted answer patterns, and verify current officeholders for your location before your interview.
Yes — the online study materials are free. We also offer an optional personalized ebook for offline study. Contact us if you want that option.
Yes. The ebook is based on the latest materials we have at purchase time. If official answers change while you are preparing, we will provide an updated ebook free of charge for three months after purchase.
Yes. Take a free scored practice test (20 questions, pass with 12), use Try a question on the homepage, or open Random question for open-ended practice — closer to the real interview than multiple-choice apps.
It varies by person, but regular practice a few times a week helps most people retain the material.