USCIS will administer a new Naturalization Civics Test starting October 20, 2025, replacing the 2008 version. This updated test will be longer, feature a larger question bank, and require a higher passing score, significantly impacting lawful permanent residents in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York who are preparing for citizenship.
Key Details:
- New test effective: October 20, 2025
- Question bank increased: 128 questions (up from 100)
- Interview questions: Up to 20 (up from 10)
- Passing requirement: 12 correct answers (up from 6)
- Filing date determines test version: N-400s submitted on or before October 19, 2025, will use the 2008 test
The changes mean that many applicants will need to prepare more thoroughly for the civics test, treating it as a serious examination rather than a simple review.
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Source: J. Alexander Short