The current filing fee for Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, is $725 for online filing and $725 for paper filing.
The cost of becoming a U.S. citizen can range from $725 to over $2,000, depending on the complexity of the application and the need for legal assistance.
The Department of State does not charge a fee for the naturalization process, but applicants must pay the required fees to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
The cost of becoming a U.S. citizen can be a significant barrier for many eligible immigrants, with the average cost ranging from $1,200 to $2,000 or more.
A Pew Research Center analysis found that the cost of becoming a U.S. citizen can vary significantly depending on factors such as the applicant's country of origin and level of education.
Use our free calculator to estimate the total cost of becoming a U.S. citizen, including application fees, legal fees, and other expenses.
A study by the Harvard Immigration and Refugee Clinical Program found that the high cost of becoming a U.S. citizen can have significant consequences for low-income immigrants.
In this video, we break down the costs associated with becoming a U.S. citizen, including application fees, legal fees, and other expenses.