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Citizenship

Certificate of Citizenship (N-600)

Prove citizenship you got through a parent

Estimated fee

$1,385 (lower for military)

✓ Verified Oct 17, 2026

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Typical timeline

6-12 months

Category

Citizenship

Who qualifies

Born abroad to a U.S. citizen parent, or derived citizenship as a child green card holder.

The step-by-step roadmap

  1. 1

    Confirm acquisition or derivation

    Check the law that applied on your birth date or when you got your green card.

    Watch out: Rules depend on dates.
    Common rejection reason: Ineligible under applicable law.
  2. 2

    Gather parent and relationship evidence

    Birth certificates, parent's citizenship, marriage, custody records.

    Watch out: Parent physical presence may be required.
    Common rejection reason: Missing parent presence proof.
  3. 3

    File N-600

    Online or by mail.

    Watch out: Fees are high; check waiver eligibility.
  4. 4

    Interview and oath if needed

    Bring original documents to the interview.

    Watch out: Not applicable.

Documents you'll need

  • Form N-600

    Application for Certificate of Citizenship.

  • Your birth certificate

    Certified, with translation.

  • Parent's citizenship proof

    Passport, birth or naturalization certificate.

  • Parents' marriage certificate

    And divorce decrees if applicable.

  • Custody / green card records

    For derivation cases.

Ready to start?

Run the free eligibility check first, then get your personalized roadmap and document checklist.

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Fees and timelines are as published by the relevant agency and may change — verify before filing. This guide is general information, not legal advice.