Form N-600K: Application for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322
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What is Form N-600K?
Form N-600K is used to apply for citizenship and a certificate under section 322 for a child who regularly resides outside the United States. If approved, the child takes the oath, unless waived, and receives a certificate of citizenship.
Who files it: A U.S. citizen parent, or in some cases a grandparent or legal guardian, on behalf of a child under 18.
What USCIS typically asks for
- Child is under 18 and resides abroad in the U.S. citizen parent's custody
- Parent, or grandparent, meets the physical presence requirement
- Child is temporarily present in the United States after lawful admission
- Proof of the parent-child relationship
A plain-English summary, not legal advice. The Form N-600K instructions on uscis.gov are the official list of requirements and evidence.
What FormVeritas checks on Form N-600K
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 2 checks
Points out blank answers in the places its checks for this form look at.
Areas include: addresses; and the interpreter, preparer and representative sections.
How entries are written 17 checks
Checks how entries are written against what each field asks for.
Areas include: names; A-Numbers; addresses; marriage and family details; and the interpreter, preparer and representative sections.
Dates 6 checks
Checks the dates entered on this form.
Areas include: addresses; and signatures and dates of signature.
Answers that do not fit together 15 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; and signatures and dates of signature.
Check boxes and Yes/No questions 5 checks
Checks how boxes are selected in the groups of choices on this form.
Signatures 5 checks
Checks the signature lines on this form.
Before you file Form N-600K
- Use the current edition (01/20/25). USCIS may reject outdated editions.
- Read the Form N-600K 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-600K questions
What is Form N-600K used for?
Form N-600K is used to apply for citizenship and a certificate under section 322 for a child who regularly resides outside the United States. If approved, the child takes the oath, unless waived, and receives a certificate of citizenship.
Who files Form N-600K?
A U.S. citizen parent, or in some cases a grandparent or legal guardian, on behalf of a child under 18.
What does FormVeritas check on Form N-600K?
FormVeritas runs 50 checks written for Form N-600K, 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-600K?
USCIS lists 01/20/25 as the current edition of Form N-600K. 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-600K?
The times USCIS publishes for Form N-600K 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-600K filing fee shown here?
USCIS lists fees for Form N-600K 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-600K?
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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