LibGuides: U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization: U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization

Citizenship Through Naturalization

U.S. Citizenship Through Naturalization
"Naturalization is the process by which U.S. citizenship is granted to a foreign citizen or national after he or she fulfills the requirements established by Congress in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)." You may download the pocket study guide Preparing for the Naturalization Test [.pdf] here.
Becoming a U.S. Citizen: An Overview of the Naturalization Process
"This presentation provides a general overview of the naturalization process including where to find immigration information and the general requirements for obtaining U.S. citizenship."
The USCIS Naturalization Interview and Test Video
"The USCIS Naturalization Interview and Test is a 16-minute video that provides an overview of the naturalization process and testing requirements." Scroll down to second video choice.
USCIS - North Carolina - Charlotte Field Office
6130 Tyvola Centre Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
In order to visit this office or to speak with an Immigration Services Officer, you must have an appointment scheduled by USCIS, or you must schedule an INFOPASS appointment on the USCIS website. Go to: https://infopass.uscis.gov/

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This office serves the following counties in North Carolina: Alexander, Alleghany, Anson, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Gaston, Graham, Guilford, Haywood, Henderson, Iredell, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Mitchell, Montgomery, Polk, Randolph, Richmond, Rockingham, Rowan, Rutherford, Stanly, Stokes, Surry, Transylvania, Union, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin, and Yancey.
Avoid Immigration Scams!
If you need legal advice on immigration matters, make sure the person helping you is authorized to give legal advice.
Go to: https://www.uscis.gov/avoid-scams.

To check the status of a pending application, petition, or request, go to Case Status Online. You will need a receipt number. You can also call USCIS at 1-800-375-5283 (TDD for deaf and hard of hearing: 1-800-767-1833) or make an appointment at a local field office at infopass.uscis.gov.

Finding Books at the Library
Search "US Citzenship" in the library Catalog. On the results page, click the title of any book to see the full display and availability.

Bienvenidos a Los Estados Unidos de América by U. S. Citizenship & Immigration Services; USCIS
Call Number: 304.873 BIE SPANISH
ISBN: 9781936583355
Publication Date: 2012-09-01

Also available from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website in PDF format.
Voices of Freedom by Steven J. Molinsky; Bill Bliss
Call Number: 320.473 BLI
ISBN: 9780132366281
Publication Date: 2009-07-08

With audio CD's.
Citizenship Basics by Darin French; Robert Proctor
Call Number: 323.623 PRO
ISBN: 9780615958156
Publication Date: 2013-11-22

Updated for the new 2014 N-400 application.
Includes 1 CD and 1 DVD. CD contains questions 1-100
U. S. Immigration Made Easy by Ilona Bray
Call Number: 342.73 BRA
ISBN: 9781413321104
Publication Date: 2015-01-26

Provides information on the immigration system and the naturalization process, and offers advice on obtaining various types of visas and green cards.
Your Legal Rights as an Immigrant by Marcia Amidon Lüsted
Call Number: 342.73 LUS
ISBN: 9781477781029
Publication Date: 2015-07-15
United States Immigration and Citizenship by Alan Wernick
Call Number: 342.73 WER
ISBN: 9781941286173
Publication Date: 2016-04-01

Professor Allan Wernick is a widely-noted authority and advocate on U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Law and is renowned for his ability to clearly explain the issues surrounding this highly complex field.

Study for the Citizenship Test

Study for the Test
During your naturalization interview, a USCIS Officer will ask you questions about your application and background. You will also take an English and civics test unless you qualify for an exemption or waiver.
Find a Class (uscis.gov)
Find an English or citizenship preparation class near your zipcode.
Gaston Literacy Council
ESL and citizenship classes offered. Citizenship Classes require proof of Permanent Residence. Go to: http://gastonliteracy.org/programs-classes/esl-citizenship

Pass the U. S. Citizenship Exam by LearningExpress Staff (Other Primary Creator)
Call Number: 323.623 PAS
ISBN: 9781576857847
Publication Date: 2011-01-16

Study guide
Study Guide for the US Citizenship Test in English and Chinese by Mike Swedenberg
Call Number: 323.623 SWE
ISBN: 9781523789566
Publication Date: 2016-01-30

Study guide; Chinese language material.
Study Guide for the US Citizenship Test in English and French by Mike Swedenberg
Call Number: 323.623 SWE
ISBN: 9781507683491
Publication Date: 2015-01-22

Study guide. French language material.
Study Guide for the US Citizenship Test in English and Spanish by Mike Swedenberg
Call Number: 323.623 SWE
ISBN: 9781507652381
Publication Date: 2015-01-20

Study guide; Spanish language material.

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