The United States service members and veterans can now file Application for Naturalization or citizenship (Form N-400) online.
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, USCIS announced this on Wednesday. And this online filing allows aliens to submit forms electronically, check the status of their case and receive notices from USCIS.
U.S. service members and veterans filed a paper Form N-400 until now. Provisions of the law extend some immigration benefits to the family member of a service member.
“We’re excited to offer our service men and women the convenience of filing their naturalization application online,” said Joseph Edlow, USCIS deputy director for Policy.
“USCIS has always been committed to supporting the immigration needs of those who currently serve or previously served the United States in the armed forces. Citizenship is the one of the distinct privileges our nation bestows. And we are proud to naturalize those who put their lives on the line for our country.”
Those currently serving or who have served in the armed forces may be eligible to apply for naturalization under special provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).
Under these special provisions, the naturalization application fee is waived for military members and veterans, as are some of the requirements.
USCIS may use previously submitted biometrics if available, for biometrics requirements.
US service members may submit two properly completed FD-258 fingerprint cards and two passport-style photos taken by the military police or officials with the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. embassy or U.S. consulate, If they are stationed abroad.
10 USCIS forms Individuals can file online:
- • Form AR-11, Alien’s Change of Address Card
• Form G-639, Freedom of Information/Privacy Act Request
• Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card
• Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative
• Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status (Form I-539 is the first online application filing that uses USCIS’ eProcessing strategy. Check your eligibility for online filing of this form at uscis.gov/i539online.)
• Form N-336, Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings (Under Section 336 of the INA)
• Form N-400, Application for Naturalization
• Form N-565, Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document
• Form N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship
• Form N-600K, Application for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322
Requirements
Individuals must first create a USCIS online account at myaccount.uscis.dhs.gov to file these forms online. This free account allows them to:
• Submit and track the status of their forms;
• Pay their fees;
• Track the status of their case;
• Communicate with USCIS through a secure inbox; and
• Respond to requests for evidence.
USCIS still accepts the latest paper version of all forms by mail.
