Form N-600: Application for Certificate of Citizenship
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What is Form N-600?
Form N-600 is used to apply for a certificate of citizenship as proof that a person is already a U.S. citizen. It applies to people who acquired citizenship at birth abroad or derived it through a U.S. citizen parent.
Who files it: People who acquired or derived U.S. citizenship through a parent, or a parent or guardian on behalf of a minor.
What USCIS typically asks for
- Proof of the parent's U.S. citizenship
- Birth certificate showing the parent-child relationship
- Evidence of the parent's physical presence or residence, where required
- Evidence of the applicant's permanent residence, for derived citizenship
A plain-English summary, not legal advice. The Form N-600 instructions on uscis.gov are the official list of requirements and evidence.
What FormVeritas checks on Form N-600
When you run an audit from the Form Workspace, FormVeritas reviews the answers you entered using checks written for this form's fields.
Answers left blank 1 checks
Points out blank answers in the places its checks for this form look at.
Areas include: the interpreter, preparer and representative sections.
How entries are written 38 checks
Checks how entries are written against what each field asks for.
Areas include: names; A-Numbers; addresses; telephone numbers and email addresses; marriage and family details; the interpreter, preparer and representative sections; Yes/No answers and their explanations; and signatures and dates of signature.
Dates 27 checks
Checks the dates entered on this form.
Areas include: dates of birth; marriage and family details; and signatures and dates of signature.
Answers that do not fit together 34 checks
Compares related answers on this form and points out ones that do not fit together.
Areas include: names; dates of birth; A-Numbers; addresses; marriage and family details; the interpreter, preparer and representative sections; Yes/No answers and their explanations; and signatures and dates of signature.
Check boxes and Yes/No questions 18 checks
Checks how boxes are selected in the groups of choices on this form.
Signatures 4 checks
Checks the signature lines on this form.
Before you file Form N-600
- Use the current edition (01/20/25). USCIS may reject outdated editions.
- Read the Form N-600 instructions on uscis.gov for what to include.
- Confirm the fee with the USCIS Fee Calculator and Form G-1055.
- Answer every question that applies to you, including each Yes/No question.
- Sign and date every required signature line.
- Run a FormVeritas audit and fix everything it flags.
What these checks don't do
They don't check that every question that applies to you is answered, whether your answers are true, or whether you're eligible for what you're asking for. A report with no findings does not mean USCIS will accept or approve your filing.
Not legal advice. For eligibility questions, talk to a licensed immigration attorney.
Form N-600 questions
What is Form N-600 used for?
Form N-600 is used to apply for a certificate of citizenship as proof that a person is already a U.S. citizen. It applies to people who acquired citizenship at birth abroad or derived it through a U.S. citizen parent.
Who files Form N-600?
People who acquired or derived U.S. citizenship through a parent, or a parent or guardian on behalf of a minor.
What does FormVeritas check on Form N-600?
FormVeritas runs 122 checks written for Form N-600, covering answers left blank, how entries are written, dates, answers that do not fit together, check boxes and yes/no questions, signatures.
What is the current edition of Form N-600?
USCIS lists 01/20/25 as the current edition of Form N-600. FormVeritas last checked this on October 21, 2026. Always confirm the edition on uscis.gov before you file.
How long does USCIS take to process Form N-600?
The times USCIS publishes for Form N-600 vary widely by office and category (published October 19, 2026). Individual cases can take more or less time; check the USCIS processing times tool for your office.
Is the Form N-600 filing fee shown here?
USCIS lists fees for Form N-600 on Form G-1055, Fee Schedule (edition 10/16/26). Use the USCIS Fee Calculator to confirm the fee that applies to your filing.
Does a clean FormVeritas report mean USCIS will approve my Form N-600?
No. FormVeritas checks the form for preventable mistakes. It does not check eligibility or whether answers are true, and it does not guarantee acceptance or approval.
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