Which version of the U.S. citizenship test should I take?

Your version depends on your Form N-400 filing date. If you file on or after October 20, 2025, you take the 2020 civics test (128 questions). If you filed before that date, you take the 2008 civics test (100 questions). CivicFlare lets you practice both versions so you are fully prepared for either. Always confirm the current cutoff with USCIS before your interview.

What are the 128 civics questions for the 2026 test?

The 128 official USCIS civics questions cover American government (principles, systems, rights), American history (colonial era, 1800s, recent history), and integrated civics (geography, symbols, holidays). During the interview, you will be asked up to 20 questions and must answer at least 12 correctly to pass.

What is the passing score for the U.S. naturalization test?

For the 2020 civics test (128 questions), you must answer at least 12 out of 20 questions correctly (60%) to pass. For the 2008 civics test (100 questions), you must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions correctly (60%) to pass.

What documents do I need for my naturalization interview?

For your USCIS naturalization interview, you typically need: your Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), a government-issued photo ID, your appointment notice (Form I-797), any supporting documents requested in your interview notice, and evidence of continuous residence and good moral character if applicable.

What happens during the U.S. citizenship mock interview?

A U.S. citizenship mock interview simulates your real USCIS naturalization appointment. The interviewer (or AI coach) will ask you to confirm information from your N-400 application, test your English speaking ability, and ask civics questions from the official list. CivicFlare's AI mock interview provides realistic practice with instant feedback.

How can I check my USCIS case status online?

You can check your USCIS case status online at uscis.gov/case-status by entering your receipt number. Your receipt number is found on your Form I-797 Notice of Action sent after USCIS received your N-400 application. Allow several weeks for the status to update after submitting your application.

Does the U.S. Allow Dual Citizenship in 2026? | Keep Your Old Passport

Published: June 15, 2026 • Author: Amira Khalil

Does the United States Allow Dual Citizenship?

Yes — the United States permits dual (and even multiple) citizenship. U.S. law does not require you to choose between your new American citizenship and your existing nationality. Many naturalized citizens legally hold two passports for the rest of their lives.

The U.S. government does not formally "endorse" dual citizenship as a policy, but it fully recognizes and tolerates it. Becoming a U.S. citizen does not, by itself, cause you to lose your other citizenship under American law.

But Doesn't the Oath of Allegiance Renounce My Old Country?

This is the part that worries people most. During the naturalization ceremony, you take the Oath of Allegiance, which includes language about renouncing "allegiance and fidelity" to any foreign state.

In practice, the U.S. treats this as a declaration of loyalty to the United States — not as a legal act that strips you of your other nationality. Whether you actually lose your original citizenship is decided entirely by your home country's laws, not by the U.S. Oath.

The Real Deciding Factor: Your Home Country's Law

Whether you keep your original citizenship depends on the country you came from:

Countries that allow dual citizenship (many do): you keep both. You remain a citizen of your birth country and become a U.S. citizen.
Countries that forbid dual citizenship: some nations automatically revoke your original citizenship when you naturalize elsewhere, or require you to formally renounce it.

Because this varies so widely, check with your home country's embassy or consulate before your ceremony if keeping your original citizenship matters to you.

Will I Keep My Old Passport?

If your home country allows dual citizenship, you keep your old passport and can continue to use it — typically when traveling to that country. As a U.S. citizen, you must enter and leave the United States on your U.S. passport.

Quick Answers to Common Dual-Citizenship Fears

"Will the U.S. take away my old citizenship?" No. The U.S. cannot revoke another country's citizenship.
"Do I have to surrender my old passport at the interview?" No, USCIS does not confiscate foreign passports.
"Can I be forced to choose?" Not by the United States. Only your home country can require that.

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This article is general educational information, not legal advice. Dual-citizenship rules differ by country — consult your home country's embassy or a qualified immigration attorney for your situation.

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