United States Citizenship Practice Test 2026
2025 U.S. Naturalization Civics Test β 128-question bank; the officer asks up to 20, answer 12 correctly to pass (N-400 filed on/after Oct 20, 2025). Includes the legacy 2008 test. Practice every question free, then sit a 20-question mock scored to the real 60% pass line.
π Which citizenship test do I take?
Check whether you can take the civics test in your language (50/20, 55/15, 65/20 exemptions) β
π― Practice by Topic
Principles of American Government
The foundations of American government: the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, the rule of law, and the ideas behind the system.
System of Government
The three branches β Congress, the President, the courts β and how power is divided between federal and state government.
Rights and Responsibilities
Rights and duties of citizens and residents: voting, taxes, juries, and the Oath of Allegiance.
Colonial Period and Independence
The colonies, the Revolutionary War, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Founders.
1800s
Territorial expansion, the Civil War, Lincoln, and the end of slavery.
Recent American History and Other Important Historical Information
The World Wars, the Cold War, the civil rights movement, 9/11, and modern America.
Symbols
The flag, the national anthem, the Statue of Liberty, and other national symbols.
Holidays
Independence Day and other U.S. federal holidays.
2008 Test (100 Questions)
The 2008 civics test (100 questions) β still used if you filed Form N-400 BEFORE October 20, 2025.
π Study guides for this exam
π§ Where this leads β the new immigrant career path
See how this exam fits a step-by-step ladder of U.S. licenses and certs β with median pay and the languages each real exam is offered in β
π What to Bring
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Interview appointment notice
The Form I-797C notice USCIS mails you with the date, time, and field office location
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Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
Bring your Form I-551 β required at every interview
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State ID or driver's license & passports
All current and expired passports and any travel documents
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Documents USCIS requested
Tax records, marriage/divorce certificates, or anything listed on your appointment notice
π How to Schedule
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File Form N-400
Submit the Application for Naturalization online at my.uscis.gov or by mail. Filing fee applies.
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Attend the biometrics appointment
If required, USCIS schedules fingerprinting at a local Application Support Center.
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Go to the interview & civics test
USCIS mails an interview notice. The officer asks up to 10 civics questions and tests your English at this interview.
π‘ Test Day Tips
- β’On the 2025 test the officer asks questions one at a time and stops once you answer 12 correctly (or 9 incorrectly) β so accuracy early helps.
- β’Six answers change with elections or appointments (President, Vice President, Speaker, Chief Justice, etc.). Confirm the current officeholders at uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates before your interview.
- β’Four official questions (your U.S. Senator, your Representative, your Governor, your state capital) depend on where you live, so study the answers for your own state.
- β’Applicants 65 or older who have been permanent residents for 20+ years may study only the 20 questions marked with an asterisk.
- β’The civics test is oral β you say the answer aloud. Practicing multiple choice helps you recognize the correct facts quickly.
- β’There are also English reading and writing tests at the interview β keep practicing everyday English alongside the civics questions.
π Study Materials
All practice questions are based on the USCIS materials below. Click any to read it on the official USCIS website.
π Official Resources
USCIS Citizenship Resource Center β
Official home for naturalization study materials and test information
Study for the Civics Test β
Official study tools for the 2025 civics test (128 questions); the 2008 materials remain for earlier filers
Test Updates β
Current President, Vice President, Speaker, Chief Justice, and other answers that change
Apply for Citizenship (Form N-400) β
File the Application for Naturalization online or by mail
Naturalization Eligibility β
Check whether you meet the residency, age, and other requirements
Find a USCIS Field Office β
Locate the field office that handles your naturalization interview
β Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the United States Citizenship test, and how many do I need to pass?
The United States Citizenship knowledge test has 20 questions. You must answer 12 correctly (60%) to pass.
How many questions can you miss on the United States Citizenship test?
You can miss up to 8 of the 20 questions and still pass.
What should I bring to the United States Citizenship test?
Interview appointment notice β The Form I-797C notice USCIS mails you with the date, time, and field office location Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) β Bring your Form I-551 β required at every interview State ID or driver's license & passports β All current and expired passports and any travel documents Documents USCIS requested β Tax records, marriage/divorce certificates, or anything listed on your appointment notice
How do I schedule and take the United States Citizenship test?
1. File Form N-400: Submit the Application for Naturalization online at my.uscis.gov or by mail. Filing fee applies. 2. Attend the biometrics appointment: If required, USCIS schedules fingerprinting at a local Application Support Center. 3. Go to the interview & civics test: USCIS mails an interview notice. The officer asks up to 10 civics questions and tests your English at this interview.