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🇺🇸 USA Citizenship Civics Test

What happens if I fail the civics test?

Short answer

You’re retested on the part you failed, usually within 60–90 days. Failing again leads to denial, but you can reapply.

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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