FREE N-400 Eligibility Requirements Questions and Answers

Question 1

How long must you have been a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) to apply for naturalization?

Accepted Answer

3 years if married to a U.S. citizen; otherwise, 5 years

Answer

1 year

Answer

2 years

Answer

10 years

Question 2

How much time must you have been physically present in the United States to apply for naturalization under the 5-year rule?

Accepted Answer

30 months

Answer

12 months

Answer

24 months

Answer

48 months

Question 3

Which of the following factors could disqualify someone from meeting the "Good Moral Character" requirement?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Answer

Committing a serious crime, such as fraud or murder

Answer

Failing to pay taxes intentionally

Answer

Being dishonest during the application process

Question 4

How many total days can you be outside the United States during the eligibility period without breaking continuous residence?

Accepted Answer

No trips longer than 6 months and no single absence of 1 year or more

Answer

90 days

Answer

180 days

Answer

6 months per trip, but no more than 1 year total

Question 5

Which of the following individuals may not need to take the English language test?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Answer

Someone who has lived in the U.S. as a permanent resident for at least 15 years and is 55 years old or older.

Answer

Someone who has lived in the U.S. as a permanent resident for at least 20 years and is 50 years old or older

Answer

Someone with a documented medical disability that prevents them from learning English