| 2008 test | 2025 test | |
|---|---|---|
| Question bank | 100 | 128 |
| Questions asked | Up to 10 | Up to 20 |
| Needed to pass | 6 | 12 |
| Who takes it | N-400 filed before Oct 20, 2025 | N-400 filed on/after Oct 20, 2025 |
Applicants aged 65+ with 20+ years as a permanent resident study a shorter list of questions marked for them.
USA Citizenship Civics Test: Quick Facts
- Given by
- USCIS officer (oral)
- Question bank
- 128 questions (2025 version)
- Asked
- Up to 20
- To pass
- 12 correct
- Applies to
- N-400 filed on/after Oct 20, 2025
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