The revised test, with an emphasis on the fundamental concepts of American democracy and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, will help encourage citizenship applicants to learn and identify with the basic values we all share as Americans.
Which Test Do I Take?
USCIS will begin administering the redesigned (new) naturalization test on October 1, 2008. Use the chart below to determine if you will take the current or redesigned (new) test.
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Date Form N-400 Filed* |
Date of Initial Exam |
Test to be Taken |
If Applicant Fails Initial Exam, Re-test to be Taken |
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Before October 1, 2008 |
Before October 1, 2008 |
Current Test |
Current Test |
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Before October 1, 2008 |
On or After October 1, 2008 up until October 1, 2009 |
Applicant's Choice of -Current Test or -Redesigned (New) Test |
The same version of the test as the one taken during the initial examination |
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On or After October 1, 2008 |
On or After October 1, 2008 |
Redesigned (New) Test |
Redesigned (New) Test |
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At Any Time (i.e. Before, On or After October 1, 2008) |
On or After October 1, 2009 |
Redesigned (New) Test |
Redesigned (New) Test |
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