How do I find my ancestors naturalization record?

You can request a search of USCIS’ comprehensive index to all granted naturalizations since 1906 by submitting a USCIS Genealogy Index Search Request. Women and Children: The 1906 law required the spouse and minor children of the naturalized citizen to be included on the petition and certificate documents.

How can you find out when someone was naturalized?

Researchers should contact the National Archives facility serving the state in which the petitioner resided to determine if records from lower courts are available. In certain cases county court naturalization records maintained by the National Archives are available as microfilm publications.

How can I find out if my grandfather was a naturalized citizen?

It is helpful to know if your ancestor naturalized. Documents found in your family’s possession may indicate if your ancestor naturalized. One document you may find in your family’s possession is a Certificate of Naturalization or Certificate of Citizenship.

How do I get a copy of my grandfather’s naturalization certificate?

You can place a request with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Genealogy Program at www.uscis.gov/genealogy to obtain a copy of the certificate of citizenship as the agency maintains the historic INS record series where certificates were filed.

How do I get an original copy of my naturalization certificate?

Answer: 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.

How do I obtain an authenticated copy of a certificate of naturalization?

In order to certify a copy of the certificate, you must make an appointment with your local USCIS office and bring both your original document and your photocopy. We do not authenticate or certify copies as true through the mail or electronically.

What if I lost my certificate of naturalization?

How do I get a naturalization certificate for a deceased parent?

To obtain an original Certificate of Naturalization, your parent may file Form N-565, Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document. There is a USCIS fee for the N-565 application. It may take approximately 5-10 months to receive the new certificate.

How do I find my US naturalization date?

On newer certificates, the date of issuance is stamped or written right after the place of issuance. This will be the date of your oath ceremony, not the date your application for citizenship was approved or the date of your citizenship interview.

How can I find the date I became a US citizen?

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

$555
$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.

Can I get a US passport without my naturalization certificate?

Your naturalization certificate serves as proof to obtain a United States passport and other benefits provided to citizens. Without a naturalization certificate, you are unable to get a passport.