Do I need to submit original Naturalization for passport?

Provide evidence of U.S. citizenship

You need to bring the original Certificate of Citizenship as proof of citizenship for a passport. Bring the original and a copy to file with your application. You do not need to submit your original naturalization certificate. You only need to show it at the acceptance facility.

What documents do I need for a passport after naturalization?

Go to Your Passport Appointment

Bring your filled out and unsigned DS-11 form, color passport photo, color copy of your identification, original Certificate of Naturalization, and your ID with you to your passport appointment.

Do naturalized citizens need proof of citizenship?

Unlike permanent residents, U.S. citizens are not required to carry proof of citizenship at all times.

Do I need my naturalization certificate to travel?

All travelers must have a passport book for international air travel. Please note that hospital-issued birth certificates, voter registration cards, and affidavits cannot be used. If you were not born in the United States, you can use your original Naturalization Certificate or Certificate of Citizenship.

Can I make a copy of my naturalization certificate?

If you need a Certificate of Naturalization, you may request a replacement by filing form N-565, Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document. You may request Form N-565 by calling the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Forms Line (800) 870-3676 or download via link.

Should I Apply for a Certificate of Citizenship or Just a U.S Passport?

Can I travel on old passport after naturalization?

The United States allows naturalized (and other) citizens to become dual citizens with their home countries (though it's not possible for everyone, depending on the laws within said home countries). And if you're a dual citizen, you may not only keep your old passport, but travel with it, if you wish.

How long does it take to get a copy of my naturalization certificate?

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO REPLACE A CITIZENSHIP DOCUMENT? After filing Form N-565, Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document, your N-565 processing time can take anywhere from 5 to 8 months. This is an approximation. It may be shorter for some and longer for others.

What can you use to show proof of citizenship?

What's the difference between certificate of naturalization and citizenship?

A U.S. Certificate of Citizenship is granted to a person who acquires or derives citizenship from his or her birth to U.S. parents. A naturalization certificate, on the other hand, is granted to a person who becomes a citizen through the naturalization process.

How do I apply for passport after Citizenship?

You must submit your completed application, including citizenship evidence, photocopy of ID, photo, and fees, in person at a passport acceptance facility. You may be eligible to apply in person at a passport agency if you are traveling soon. Please see Get My Passport Fast for more information.

How much is a passport after naturalization?

Documents and Fees for U.S. Passport

If you only want to submit the form itself, the fee will be $130. To expedite the process, you must pay another $60. This will ultimately add to an acceptance agency fee of $35, for a grand total of $225.

Is naturalization certificate the same as passport?

A passport is a required form of documentation for traveling internationally. A Certificate of Citizenship merely proves your citizenship status and is not a commonly accepted form of identification.

Does naturalization mean citizenship?

What is naturalization? Naturalization is the process through which an immigrant to the United States can become a U.S. citizen. Only certain immigrants are eligible: those who either have been green card holders (permanent residents) for 3–5 years or meet various military service requirements.

Is a Certificate of naturalization a birth certificate?

You should have been issued a Certificate of Naturalization at the time you became a citizen. This is essentially the same as a birth certificate for purposes of obtaining other ID documents. If your Certificate of Naturalization was lost or destroyed, you can apply for a new one.

How much does it cost to get a copy of my naturalization certificate?

$555. If you file your Form N-565 online, you may pay your fee online. If you file your Form N-565 by mail (paper), you may pay the fee with a money order, personal check, cashier's check, or by credit card using Form G-1450, Authorization for Credit Card Transactions.

Where can I find my naturalization certificate number?

Certificate numbers are printed in red on all US Certificates of Naturalization or Certificates of Citizenship issued since September 27, 1906. (see example below). Certificate numbers may also be found on some indexes to court naturalization records.

What happens if you lose your citizenship certificate?

If your citizenship document was lost, stolen or damaged beyond repair, you may apply for a replacement or apply for a special certificate of naturalization as a U.S. citizen to be recognized by a foreign country.

How do I find my US naturalization record?

If a naturalization took place in a Federal court, naturalization indexes, declarations of intention (with any accompanying certificates of arrival), and petitions for naturalization will usually be in the National Archives facility serving the state in which the Federal court is located.

What happens if you don't update Social Security after naturalization?

If your record has not been updated, this may impact the information your employer receives about your work eligibility. To find your Social Security office, call 1-800-772-1213 or visit ssa.gov.

What should I do after naturalization?

Can naturalized citizen be deported?

Can a Natural Born Citizen Be Deported? So, can a naturalized citizen be deported? Typically, a naturalized U.S. citizen cannot be deported because they are a citizen of the United States.

What is my nationality if I am a naturalized citizen?

In the United States, people born in the country are citizens. The 14th Amendment, ratified on July 9, 1868, states, “All persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside.”

Can naturalized U.S. citizen have dual citizenship?

U.S. law does not mention dual nationality or require a person to choose one nationality or another. A U.S. citizen may naturalize in a foreign state without any risk to his or her U.S. citizenship.

Can I travel after naturalization interview?

You will not be able to travel abroad until you have your U.S. passport. Please allow sufficient time between your ceremony and any planned travel to receive your passport. In addition to your Certificate of Naturalization, a passport serves as evidence of citizenship.

How fast can I get a passport after oath ceremony?

Your passport will generally be processed in 4-6 weeks. However, if you need it sooner, then you can pay $60 for expedited processing. You will receive your expedited passport in 2-3 weeks typically. If you choose expedited processing at selected government agencies, then you can get the passport in five business days.