Most people have to know some English to qualify for citizenship. The citizenship interview has a test to see if you can read, write, and speak basic English.

USCIS (the government) charges a fee to apply for citizenship. 

To fill out a citizenship application online, you have three options: the U.S. government website; for-profit companies, or; nonprofit organizations.

When you apply for citizenship, the USCIS will check if you qualify. According to our expert legal partners, these are the top reasons why your case could be denied.

Getting citizenship takes a while, depending on where you live. After USCIS receives your application, the process can take 6 months to 2 years, or longer.