U.S. naturalization civics test practice (2025 version)
At the naturalization (N-400) interview, the officer will ask you questions about U.S. history and government orally, in English. This practice tool draws questions at random from the official 2025 question bank published by USCIS and scores you under the rules of the real test; you can also browse every question by topic. Each question is shown in English, the language of the test.
2025 test rules
| Item | Rule |
|---|---|
| Who it applies to | Applicants who file the N-400 on or after October 20, 2025 |
| Question bank | 128 questions in total |
| Format | The officer asks up to 20 questions, and you pass by answering 12 correctly; the test ends as soon as you answer 12 correctly or 9 incorrectly |
| 65/20 special rule | Applicants who are 65 or older at the time of filing and have held a green card for at least 20 years only need to study the 20 questions marked with an asterisk; they are asked 10 questions, pass by answering 6 correctly, and may choose to take the test in their native language |
| Applications filed before October 20, 2025 | Still use the 2008 test: a 100-question bank, 10 questions asked, 6 correct to pass |
In addition to civics, the interview includes an English speaking, reading and writing test. If you do not pass either test the first time, you are generally given one retest.
How to use this tool
- Answer first, then check. The real test is oral, so we suggest answering out loud in English first, then clicking "Show answer" to check, and deciding for yourself whether you got it right.
- Sample answers. Many questions have several acceptable answers; up to 5 are listed for each question here, and the official list may include other acceptable answers.
- English only, as on the test. Questions and answers are shown in English, the language in which the test is given.
- Some questions are not included. Questions whose answers depend on current officeholders or on your state (for example, the current President, Vice President, Speaker of the House and Chief Justice, and your state's senators, representative, governor and capital, 8 questions in all) are not included; look up the latest answers yourself before the test.
Frequently asked questions
Should I study the 2008 or the 2025 version?
It depends on the date you filed your N-400: if you filed on or after October 20, 2025, you take the 2025 version; if you filed before then, you take the 2008 version. Your filing date is the Received Date on your I-797 receipt notice.
Can I take the test in my native language?
Generally, the test must be taken in English. Applicants who meet age and green card duration requirements (for example, 50 or older with 20 years as a green card holder, or 55 or older with 15 years) are exempt from the English test and may take the civics test in their native language, but must bring their own interpreter; 65/20 applicants may also study only the special questions.
What if illness or disability prevents me from taking the test?
A licensed medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy or licensed clinical psychologist can complete Form N-648 to request an exception from the English and civics tests.
What happens if I fail the test?
For any part you do not pass at the first interview, a retest is usually scheduled within 60 to 90 days, covering only the part you did not pass. If you fail the retest, the N-400 will be denied, and you can file again.
Official sources
- USCIS 2025 civics test: 128 questions (official PDF)
- Federal Register: Notice of Implementation of 2025 Naturalization Civics Test
Related reading
- From green card to citizen: N-400 requirements and process
- N-400 naturalization date calculator + days in the U.S.
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The practice questions are compiled from the official 2025 question bank published by USCIS, are for study purposes only, and are not legal advice. Test rules and the question bank are governed by the latest USCIS publications.