How to Apply for Citizenship Papers
Becoming a naturalized American citizen is a long process that begins with the application. The process of citizenship is done under the auspices of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The application can now be received and submitted either through traditional methods like the mail or by using online resources. Becoming a citizen also entails interviews, eligibility and testing. A fee is associated with submitting your application -- certain exceptions apply.
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Instructions
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Contact the USCIS and request Form N-400 Application for Naturalization, or download the application directly at its website.
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Fill out the application. You can fill out the application in one of three ways: by filling out an actual paper copy, filling in the requested information on the downloaded PDF copy or by filing electronically through the USCIS website.
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File your application to the directed office or submit your online application. As of November 2010, a fee $675 is collected with the application -- $595 for the application and $80 for a biometric test. Applicants aged 75 years or more are exempt from the biometric fee and are required to pay $595. Military applicants are not required to pay a fee.
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