N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship

Form N-600, Application for Citizenship

Am I Eligible to Use Form N-600

The Form N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship, is typically filed by individuals who believe they are already U.S. citizens by law but need formal documentation of their citizenship status. Here are some common scenarios in which you might be eligible to file an N-600:

  1. At Least One U.S. Citizen Parent: The child must have at least one U.S. citizen parent, whether by birth or naturalization.
  2. Child’s Age: The CCA primarily applies to children who were under the age of 18 on February 27, 2001. For these children, U.S. citizenship is automatically acquired if they meet the following criteria:
      • The child is a lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
      • The child is residing in the United States in the legal and physical custody of the U.S. citizen parent.
          • Note that there is no requirement of duration of the legal and physical custody. Therefore, if a child enters the US at least one day before he or she turns 18 will acquire citizenship under CCA as long as he or she meets the other requirements.
      • The child is admitted as an immigrant for lawful permanent residence.
  3. Documentation: To prove U.S. citizenship acquired under the CCA, eligible children can typically use their lawful permanent resident (LPR) cards (green cards) or Foreign Passport and immigrant visa with CPB entry stamp as evidence. There is no need to apply for a Certificate of Citizenship or file a separate application.  However, do you really need a Citizenship Certificate? Learn more about Cetificate of Citizenship. 
  4. Physical Presence: Unlike the previous requirements, the Child Citizenship Act of 2000 did not introduce a specific physical presence requirement for U.S. citizen parents. Instead, it focused on the child’s lawful permanent residency and residence with the U.S. citizen parent in the United States.

Required Documents for Citizenship through N-600

When applying for U.S. citizenship through Form N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship, you will need to provide a variety of documents and evidence to support your application. The specific documents required may vary depending on your individual circumstances, but here are some common documents and evidence that applicants often need to include with their N-600 application:

  1. Proof of Eligibility: You should provide documents and evidence that establish your eligibility for U.S. citizenship. This may include documents such as:

    • Birth certificates
    • Adoption decrees
    • Marriage certificates
    • Divorce decrees (if applicable)
    • Proof of U.S. citizen parent’s citizenship (e.g., U.S. passport, Certificate of Naturalization, Certificate of Citizenship)

  2. Proof of Legal Permanent Residence (LPR): If you are not already a U.S. citizen, you will typically need to demonstrate that you are a legal permanent resident (LPR) before applying for a Certificate of Citizenship. This may involve providing a copy of your green card (Form I-551) or other evidence of LPR status.

  3. Proof of Physical Presence: Depending on your eligibility basis (e.g., if you are claiming citizenship through U.S. citizen parents), you may need to provide evidence of your physical presence in the United States. This could include school records, employment records, tax returns, and other documents that establish your presence in the U.S.

  4. Affidavits and Witnesses: You may need to submit affidavits from witnesses who can attest to your eligibility for U.S. citizenship. These affidavits should be signed in the presence of a notary public.

  5. Supporting Documentation: Depending on your specific case, you may need to provide additional documentation or evidence to support your eligibility for U.S. citizenship. USCIS may request additional documents if necessary.

Form N-600K, Application for Certificate of Citizenship

Learn about Form N-600K, Application for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate, and see if you are eligible to file form N-600K instead of N-600.

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