Old Naturalization Test

On September 27, 2007, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services introduced a redesigned (new) naturalization test.

Which Test Do I Take?

An applicant who:

• Files* the Application for Naturalization, Form N-400, BEFORE October 1, 2008, and is scheduled for his or her naturalization interview ON or AFTER October 1, 2008 up until October 1, 2009, can choose to take the old test or the new test.
• Files* the Application for Naturalization, Form N-400, ON or AFTER October 1, 2008, will take the new test.
• Is scheduled for his or her naturalization interview ON or AFTER October 1, 2009, regardless of when he or she filed* the Application for Naturalization, Form N-400, will take the new test.

*The Application for Naturalization, Form N-400, is properly filed with USCIS on the date it is received by the appropriate USCIS location with signature, correct fee, and the form is completed according to instructions.