Certificate of Citizenship: N-600 Application
Secure your proof of U.S. citizenship with the N-600 application. Our team assists in gathering necessary documents and accurately completing the process, helping you obtain your Certificate of Citizenship efficiently.
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The Certificate of Citizenship (Form N-600) is crucial for individuals who acquired or derived U.S. citizenship through their parents but were not born in the United States. At Idocs, we provide expert guidance to ensure your N-600 application is completed accurately, helping you obtain proof of your U.S. citizenship.
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Certificate of Citizenship: N-600 Application FAQs
Form N-600 is used to obtain a Certificate of Citizenship for individuals who acquired or derived U.S. citizenship through their parents. This certificate serves as official proof of citizenship.
You may be eligible to file Form N-600 if:
- You were born outside the U.S. to U.S. citizen parents.
- You became a U.S. citizen automatically through the naturalization of your parents.
- You meet the legal requirements for acquisition or derivation of citizenship.
Essential documents include:
- Proof of the parent’s U.S. citizenship (e.g., U.S. passport, Certificate of Naturalization).
- Your birth certificate.
- Proof of the parent-child relationship (e.g., adoption decree, birth certificate).
- Evidence of the parent’s physical presence in the U.S. (if applicable).
Processing times vary, but typically it takes 8 to 12 months for USCIS to process an N-600 application. Processing times can be longer depending on your local USCIS office.
Yes, as of the current USCIS fee schedule, there is a filing fee of $1,170 for Form N-600. However, fee waivers are available for those who qualify based on financial hardship.
If your application is denied, USCIS will provide a reason for the denial. You may have the option to appeal the decision or reapply after addressing the issues that led to the denial.
In some cases, USCIS may require an interview to verify the details of your application and your eligibility for a Certificate of Citizenship. If an interview is required, you will be notified.
Yes, once you have your Certificate of Citizenship, you can use it to apply for a U.S. passport, which serves as proof of your citizenship when traveling abroad.
Yes, parents or legal guardians can file Form N-600 on behalf of their minor children who acquired or derived U.S. citizenship through them.
Form N-600 is used for children who acquired or derived U.S. citizenship and are residing in the U.S.
Form N-600K is used for children who will acquire U.S. citizenship and are residing outside the U.S., typically to obtain a certificate before moving to the U.S.