Citizenship Multilingual Resources
Important Updates to the Naturalization Test
USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test.
- Applicants for naturalization with a “filing” date (also known as a receipt date) on or after Dec. 1, 2020, are required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
- Applicants for naturalization with a “filing” date before Dec. 1, 2020, are required to take the 2008 version of the civics test.
Find more information about the 2020 version of the civics test and study materials to help you prepare. Find study materials for the 2008 version of the civics test and English language test.
The naturalization test has two components: an English and civics test. The English portion has not changed. Whether you are taking the 2008 or 2020 version of the civics test, you will take the same English test.
This section centralizes USCIS citizenship publications and resources available in other languages. Select one of the languages below to find these resources as you are preparing for U.S. citizenship.
Certain applicants, because of age and time as a lawful permanent resident, are exempt from the English requirements for naturalization and may take the civics test in the language of their choice. For more information, see the exceptions and accommodations page and the USCIS Policy Manual Citizenship and Naturalization Guidance.
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