2026 New, Actual Interview of U.S. citizenship, N-400 Naturalization Interview, Small talk

[00:00:00]Hello everyone. Welcome back.

[00:00:03]Today's video brings you a realistic US citizenship mock interview designed to help you pass with confidence. We've covered updated interview questions, background checks, moral character, and 400 yes no questions with vocabulary, reading, writing, civics, and more.

[00:00:22]Watch till the end for the best preparation and a clear understanding of the real interview.

[00:00:34]>> Hernandez Martinez?

[00:00:37]>> Yes, that's me.

[00:00:40]>> Good afternoon. I'm officer Sophia and I'll be conducting your naturalization interview today.

[00:00:49]It's a pleasure to meet you. How are you today?

[00:00:53]>> I'm doing great.

[00:00:55]Thank you.

[00:00:58]How about you?

[00:01:01]>> I'm doing well. Thank you for asking.

[00:01:05]Please follow me.

[00:01:08]>> Sure.

[00:01:11]>> Place your belongings on the table and remain standing.

[00:01:16]I'll need you to swear before we begin the interview.

[00:01:21]Can you raise your right hand?

[00:01:29]Do you promise to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?

[00:01:36]>> Yes.

[00:01:38]I do.

[00:01:41]>> Thank you.

[00:01:43]You can put your hand down.

[00:01:46]Please take a seat.

[00:01:50]>> Thank you.

[00:01:53]>> Do you know what you just promised?

[00:01:56]>> Yes, officer.

[00:01:59]I promise to tell the truth.

[00:02:04]>> Do you know what taking an oath means?

[00:02:07]>> It's a public promise that I must do truthfully.

[00:02:12]>> How did you come here today?

[00:02:15]>> My friend drove me here.

[00:02:19]>> How was the traffic outside?

[00:02:22]>> Not so bad.

[00:02:25]As usual.

[00:02:27]>> How is the weather today?

[00:02:31]>> Oh, that's great.

[00:02:34]It's a shiny weather today.

[00:02:38]>> Did you come here voluntarily?

[00:02:41]>> Yes, I did.

[00:02:45]I've been looking forward to this day.

[00:02:49]>> Do you have any physical disability or mental impairment that prevents you from demonstrating your knowledge and understanding any part or question of the naturalization exam?

[00:03:03]>> No, officer.

[00:03:06]>> Do you feel well prepared for your interview today?

[00:03:11]>> Yes, I do.

[00:03:15]>> If you do not understand any question, feel free to ask me to repeat it, okay?

[00:03:22]>> Okay.

[00:03:25]>> Are you ready for your interview?

[00:03:28]>> Yes, officer. I am ready.

[00:03:32]>> Okay.

[00:03:35]Please let me know if any of your answers have changed since submitting your application.

[00:03:42]Okay.

[00:03:45]>> Okay.

[00:03:48]>> Did you face any problem to find our location?

[00:03:53]>> No, it was quite easy.

[00:03:57]>> How long were you waiting for me?

[00:04:00]>> Not so long.

[00:04:02]It's about 35 minutes.

[00:04:06]>> Do you know why you are here today?

[00:04:09]>> Yes, I know.

[00:04:12]I am here for my citizenship interview today.

[00:04:17]>> Do you need to use the restroom before we start?

[00:04:22]>> No, I am fine.

[00:04:25]Thank you for asking.

[00:04:28]>> Do you have any questions before we start?

[00:04:32]>> No, thank you.

[00:04:35]>> Were you living in the US before you became a permanent resident?

[00:04:40]>> No.

[00:04:42]I wasn't living in the US before that.

[00:04:46]>> How were you granted your green card?

[00:04:50]>> I was granted my green card through my father-in-law.

[00:04:55]>> Can you tell me why you want to become a US citizen?

[00:05:00]>> I want to become a US citizen because I believe in the values of democracy, freedom, and the opportunity that the United States stands for.

[00:05:11]And I'm excited about the opportunity to vote for the president.

[00:05:17]>> What does being a US citizen mean to you personally?

[00:05:21]>> It means having a voice in the future of the country, being able to participate fully in society, and securing a stable future for my family.

[00:05:32]>> Okay.

[00:05:35]When did you obtain permanent resident status?

[00:05:40]>> I became a permanent resident on November 5th, 2019.

[00:05:47]>> What is your country of citizenship?

[00:05:51]>> Currently, I am a citizen of Guatemala.

[00:05:55]>> What is your full name?

[00:05:59]>> My full name is Luis Hernandez Martinez.

[00:06:04]>> Can you confirm how your name appears on your green card?

[00:06:10]>> Yes.

[00:06:11]It appears as Luis Hernandez Martinez.

[00:06:17]>> Can you please spell your last name?

[00:06:21]>> It's M A R T I N E Z.

[00:06:28]>> Do you use any other names?

[00:06:31]>> No.

[00:06:33]I don't use any other names.

[00:06:37]>> Are you sure?

[00:06:40]>> Yes, I am.

[00:06:44]>> All right. Would you like to change your name?

[00:06:49]>> Yes.

[00:06:50]As I mentioned on my form N-400, I'd like to change my name to David Hernandez.

[00:06:58]>> Okay.

[00:07:01]What is your height?

[00:07:04]>> I'm 5 ft 8 in tall.

[00:07:08]>> What is your weight?

[00:07:12]>> I weigh about 170 lb.

[00:07:17]>> What is your country of origin?

[00:07:20]>> It's Guatemala.

[00:07:24]>> Were you migrated to the US directly from Guatemala?

[00:07:29]>> Yes.

[00:07:31]That's correct.

[00:07:34]>> What was your life like in Guatemala before you moved to the US?

[00:07:40]>> It was a lot simpler.

[00:07:42]But I knew I wanted more opportunities for myself and my family.

[00:07:49]I wanted better education for my children and better job prospects.

[00:07:55]Life was also much slower and people were more focused on family and community.

[00:08:03]>> Do you hold citizenship in more than one country?

[00:08:08]>> No.

[00:08:09]I only hold citizenship in Guatemala.

[00:08:14]>> Okay.

[00:08:17]Did either of your parents hold US citizenship before you turned 18?

[00:08:23]>> No, they did not.

[00:08:27]>> What is your social security number?

[00:08:31]>> It's 4356-7890.

[00:08:37]>> What is your current address?

[00:08:41]>> My current address is 245 Maple Street, Denver, Colorado, 80203.

[00:08:51]>> What is your mailing address?

[00:08:54]>> My mailing address is 245 Maple Street, Denver, Colorado, 80203.

[00:09:03]>> In the past 5 years, have you lived at any other addresses?

[00:09:09]>> No.

[00:09:12]>> Okay.

[00:09:15]How long have you lived at your current address?

[00:09:20]>> I've lived here for 3 years.

[00:09:24]>> Who else resides with you at your current address?

[00:09:29]>> My wife and my two children.

[00:09:33]>> Did you live at any other address before your current address?

[00:09:39]>> Yes, I did.

[00:09:43]>> Can you tell me the address you lived at before?

[00:09:48]>> Yes.

[00:09:49]I lived at 932 Oak Drive, Boulder, Colorado 80302.

[00:09:58]>> When did you move to your current address from your previous address?

[00:10:04]>> I actually moved to that address on August 15th, 2022.

[00:10:11]But I made a mistake on my form N-400 that I moved on July 18th, 2022.

[00:10:19]Could you please correct it for me?

[00:10:23]>> Sure. Let me update the information for you.

[00:10:28]The other address you lived at in the last 5 years was 2219 Pine Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903.

[00:10:39]Correct?

[00:10:42]>> Yes.

[00:10:43]That was the first address I had when I entered the US.

[00:10:49]>> Okay.

[00:10:52]Please wait a moment.

[00:10:55]>> Oh, sure.

[00:10:57]Thank you so much.

[00:11:01]I appreciate it.

[00:11:04]>> You're welcome.

[00:11:12]What do you like to do with your family on weekends?

[00:11:17]>> We usually spend time outdoors, hiking, going to the park, or sometimes visiting family in nearby towns.

[00:11:26]We really enjoy being together and making memories.

[00:11:32]>> What is your favorite family tradition?

[00:11:36]>> Every year, we have a big family dinner for Christmas.

[00:11:41]We cook a special meal together, and afterward, we exchange small gifts and share stories from the year.

[00:11:50]It's something I look forward to every year.

[00:11:55]>> Have you had a trip outside the US that lasted more than 6 months?

[00:12:01]>> No.

[00:12:04]>> How many international trips have you made in the last 5 years?

[00:12:10]>> I made three international trips in the last 5 years.

[00:12:16]But the last trip was after I filed my US citizenship application.

[00:12:23]Could you please help me update my Form N-400?

[00:12:27]>> Sure.

[00:12:30]>> I appreciate it.

[00:12:33]Thank you.

[00:12:36]>> You're welcome.

[00:12:39]When did you leave the US, and when did you return on that trip that you made after filing US citizenship application?

[00:12:49]>> I left the US on March 2nd, 2024, and returned on March 14th, 2024.

[00:12:59]>> Where did you go?

[00:13:02]>> I went to Mexico.

[00:13:05]>> Was that trip for vacation or business?

[00:13:10]>> That trip was for vacation.

[00:13:13]>> Okay.

[00:13:16]Let me update the information for you.

[00:13:25]>> Thank you.

[00:13:28]>> You're welcome.

[00:13:32]For the other two trips, none of them lasted more than 6 months.

[00:13:37]Is that correct?

[00:13:40]>> Yes, that's correct.

[00:13:44]The first trip was 12 days, and the second trip was just 7 days.

[00:13:51]>> Where was your first trip?

[00:13:54]>> My first trip was to Argentina.

[00:13:58]>> How about your second trip?

[00:14:01]>> That was to Mexico.

[00:14:05]>> Okay.

[00:14:08]Are you employed?

[00:14:11]>> Yes, I am.

[00:14:15]I actually changed my job in November 2024 after I filed my US citizenship application.

[00:14:24]>> When did you start working at your current job?

[00:14:28]>> I started working there on November 12th, 2024.

[00:14:35]>> What is your current job position?

[00:14:38]>> I'm a logistics coordinator.

[00:14:42]>> Do you have any previous job record?

[00:14:45]>> Yes, officer.

[00:14:49]I worked at Silverstone Industries before.

[00:14:54]>> Okay.

[00:14:56]When did you leave that job?

[00:14:59]>> I left on October 25th, 2024.

[00:15:05]>> Where are you employed now?

[00:15:08]>> I'm currently employed at Global Tech Solutions.

[00:15:13]>> Okay.

[00:15:16]I'm updating your new employment in the system now.

[00:15:21]One second, please.

[00:15:25]>> I appreciate it.

[00:15:28]Thank you.

[00:15:31]>> You're welcome.

[00:15:40]Okay.

[00:15:43]What do you enjoy most about your work?

[00:15:47]>> I enjoy solving logistical problems and making sure everything runs smoothly.

[00:15:55]And I love the team I work with.

[00:15:58]They're all very supportive.

[00:16:02]>> How many years have you worked at your previous job?

[00:16:06]>> I've worked there for 4 years.

[00:16:10]>> Okay.

[00:16:13]Have you ever lied to avoid military service or public duty?

[00:16:20]>> No, officer.

[00:16:24]>> Have you ever intentionally avoided paying debts or financial obligations?

[00:16:30]>> No, never.

[00:16:35]>> Have you ever received a formal warning or probation from a court or law enforcement agency?

[00:16:43]>> No.

[00:16:47]>> Do you provide financial support to any relatives outside the US?

[00:16:53]>> Yes.

[00:16:56]I assist a relative outside the US with minimal financial support for basic needs.

[00:17:04]And I handle it responsibly under US law.

[00:17:09]>> Do you owe any debts to the government like student loans or federal fines?

[00:17:16]>> No.

[00:17:19]>> Have you ever traveled to a country with travel restrictions or advisory warnings?

[00:17:27]>> No, officer.

[00:17:31]>> Have you ever committed domestic violence, abuse, or neglect?

[00:17:37]>> No, never.

[00:17:41]>> Have you ever signed any contracts in the US that caused problems later?

[00:17:48]>> No.

[00:17:51]>> Have you ever been called for jury duty?

[00:17:55]>> Not yet.

[00:17:59]>> Have you ever been involved in any civil lawsuits or legal disputes?

[00:18:05]>> No, officer.

[00:18:09]>> Have you ever been denied a visa or entry to another country?

[00:18:15]>> No.

[00:18:19]>> Have you ever committed any crime in the US or abroad?

[00:18:24]>> No.

[00:18:28]>> During your travels, have you ever experienced legal issues abroad such as fines or detentions?

[00:18:36]>> No, never.

[00:18:41]>> Have you ever faced discrimination or harassment?

[00:18:46]>> No, officer.

[00:18:50]>> Now, I'll verify your marriage status.

[00:18:54]If there's anything that needs updating, just let me know, and I'll make the changes in the system.

[00:19:02]>> Okay, officer.

[00:19:05]>> Are you married?

[00:19:08]>> Yes, I am.

[00:19:12]>> How many times have you been married?

[00:19:14]>> I have been married twice.

[00:19:18]>> Can you please provide me your current marriage certificate?

[00:19:23]>> Sure.

[00:19:25]Here you are.

[00:19:32]>> Thank you.

[00:19:36]Has your current spouse been married before?

[00:19:40]>> No, she had never been married before.

[00:19:45]>> Where did your current marriage take place?

[00:19:49]>> It took place in Guatemala.

[00:19:53]>> What is the date of your marriage?

[00:19:56]>> It's May 10th, 2010.

[00:20:01]>> What is current spouse's date of birth?

[00:20:04]>> Her date of birth is August 4th, 1985.

[00:20:11]>> What is your current spouse's full name?

[00:20:15]>> Her full name is Isabel Garcia Lopez.

[00:20:20]>> What is current spouse's legal status now?

[00:20:25]>> She is a US citizen.

[00:20:28]We both applied for US citizenship at the same time.

[00:20:34]But her naturalization process was much faster than mine.

[00:20:40]>> That's pretty common. It happens to everyone, not just you.

[00:20:46]Can you show me your divorce paper?

[00:20:49]>> Sure.

[00:20:51]Here it is.

[00:20:59]>> Thank you.

[00:21:01]Do you keep in touch with your ex-spouse?

[00:21:04]>> No, we've never talked since the divorce.

[00:21:08]>> Do you know where your ex-spouse lives now?

[00:21:12]>> No, I'm not sure.

[00:21:15]All I know is that she's living in Spain.

[00:21:20]>> When did your divorce happen?

[00:21:23]>> I got divorced on June 1st, 2006.

[00:21:29]>> Do you have any children from your previous marriage?

[00:21:34]>> No, I don't have any children from my previous marriage.

[00:21:39]>> Do you have any children?

[00:21:43]>> Yes.

[00:21:46]>> How many children do you have?

[00:21:49]>> I have two children.

[00:21:51]One son and one daughter.

[00:21:56]>> Can you please let me know your son's full name?

[00:22:00]>> My son's full name is Mario Garcia.

[00:22:05]>> Please spell his last name.

[00:22:09]>> G A R C I A >> Okay. Thank you.

[00:22:17]What is your son's date of birth?

[00:22:21]>> His date of birth is January 20th, 2013.

[00:22:27]>> Can you please show me their birth certificates?

[00:22:31]>> Sure.

[00:22:33]Here you are.

[00:22:40]>> Thank you.

[00:22:44]Are they biological children with your current spouse?

[00:22:49]>> Yes, they are.

[00:22:52]>> Can you please let me know your daughter's full name?

[00:22:56]>> My daughter's full name is Sofia Garcia.

[00:23:02]>> Please spell her last name.

[00:23:04]>> G A R C I A >> What is your daughter's date of birth?

[00:23:13]>> Her date of birth is March 17th, 2016.

[00:23:19]>> What's the best memory you have with your children?

[00:23:23]>> One of my best memories is when we went on a family road trip last summer.

[00:23:30]We went camping in the mountains and spent the whole weekend together, just talking, hiking, and telling stories around the campfire.

[00:23:40]It was a peaceful time and the kids had so much fun.

[00:23:45]>> What are your hopes for your children's future?

[00:23:49]>> I hope they grow up to be kind, independent, and successful.

[00:23:55]>> Oh, that's really great.

[00:23:58]>> Thank you.

[00:24:01]>> Now, I will go through your N-400 application to verify everything is correct.

[00:24:09]And you filled up your application by fully understanding these questions are very important because they help us determine your eligibility for US citizenship.

[00:24:24]It is important that you answer honestly.

[00:24:28]Remember, you are under oath.

[00:24:31]So, everything you say must be true.

[00:24:35]Do you understand?

[00:24:37]>> Yes.

[00:24:39]I understand.

[00:24:42]>> If you don't understand a question, please let me know and I'll explain that.

[00:24:48]Okay.

[00:24:51]>> Okay.

[00:24:54]>> Have Have ever registered or voted in US elections?

[00:25:00]>> No.

[00:25:03]>> What is registered to vote?

[00:25:07]>> Signed up to vote.

[00:25:10]>> Have you ever failed to pay your taxes?

[00:25:14]>> No.

[00:25:16]I have always paid my taxes.

[00:25:20]>> Can you please show me your tax return?

[00:25:24]>> Yes.

[00:25:26]Here you go.

[00:25:34]>> Thank you.

[00:25:37]Have you ever been a member of any terrorist organization?

[00:25:42]>> No, never.

[00:25:47]>> Have you ever been a habitual drunkard?

[00:25:51]>> No.

[00:25:53]I have never been a habitual drunkard.

[00:25:58]>> Have you ever served in the military or police of another country?

[00:26:04]>> No.

[00:26:05]I have never served in the military or police of another country.

[00:26:12]>> Since becoming a resident, have you called yourself a non-resident or not filed taxes?

[00:26:20]>> No.

[00:26:24]>> What is file tax return?

[00:26:28]>> Send tax form to the government.

[00:26:33]>> What is non-resident?

[00:26:36]>> Not living as a US resident.

[00:26:40]>> Have you ever tried to overthrow the US government by unconstitutional means?

[00:26:47]>> No.

[00:26:50]>> What is overthrow government?

[00:26:53]>> Remove government by force.

[00:26:57]>> Have you ever taken part in genocide?

[00:27:01]>> No.

[00:27:05]>> Have you ever received weapons or military training?

[00:27:10]>> No.

[00:27:14]>> Have you ever been arrested, cited, detained, or confined?

[00:27:20]>> No.

[00:27:21]I have never been arrested.

[00:27:25]>> Have you ever been in deportation, rescission, or removal proceedings?

[00:27:32]>> No, never.

[00:27:36]>> What is rescission?

[00:27:39]>> Canceling legal status.

[00:27:43]>> Have you ever lied to any US government official to enter the United States?

[00:27:51]>> No, never.

[00:27:55]>> Have you ever been married to more than one person at once?

[00:28:01]>> No, officer.

[00:28:04]>> Have you ever helped someone to enter the US illegally?

[00:28:10]>> No.

[00:28:12]I have never helped anyone to enter the US illegally.

[00:28:18]>> Have you ever given false or misleading information to any US government official while applying for an immigration benefit?

[00:28:29]>> No, never.

[00:28:33]>> Do you owe any overdue taxes?

[00:28:37]>> No, officer.

[00:28:41]>> What are overdue taxes?

[00:28:45]>> Taxes not paid on time.

[00:28:49]>> Have you ever seriously injured or tried to injure anyone?

[00:28:55]>> No.

[00:28:58]>> Have you ever worked in a prison or detention place?

[00:29:04]>> No.

[00:29:08]>> Have you ever been part of the Communist Party or totalitarian group?

[00:29:14]>> No.

[00:29:16]Never.

[00:29:18]>> What is Communist Party?

[00:29:22]>> Political group with no private property.

[00:29:27]>> Have you ever been involved in kidnapping, assassination, hijacking, or sabotage?

[00:29:35]>> No, officer.

[00:29:39]>> What is assassination?

[00:29:42]>> Killing an important person.

[00:29:47]>> Have you ever killed or tried to kill anyone?

[00:29:51]>> No.

[00:29:54]>> Have you ever been convicted of a crime or offense?

[00:30:00]>> No.

[00:30:02]I have never been convicted of a crime or offense.

[00:30:08]>> What is convicted?

[00:30:11]>> Found guilty in court.

[00:30:15]>> Have you ever been on probation, parole, or had a suspended sentence?

[00:30:22]>> No.

[00:30:26]>> Have you ever falsely claimed to be a US citizen?

[00:30:31]>> No. Never.

[00:30:35]>> Have you ever gambled illegally or got money from it?

[00:30:41]>> No, officer.

[00:30:44]>> Have you ever given false papers to US officials?

[00:30:50]>> No.

[00:30:54]>> Do you understand the oath of allegiance?

[00:30:58]>> Yes.

[00:30:59]I understand.

[00:31:03]>> What is oath of allegiance?

[00:31:06]>> Promise to be loyal to US.

[00:31:11]>> Are you unable to take the oath because of disability or mental condition?

[00:31:18]>> No.

[00:31:22]>> Do you support the US Constitution and government?

[00:31:27]>> Yes, I do.

[00:31:30]>> Are you willing to take the oath of allegiance?

[00:31:35]>> Yes, I am willing to.

[00:31:39]>> If required, will you bear arms for the US?

[00:31:44]>> Yes, I will.

[00:31:48]>> If required, will you do work of national importance under civilian direction?

[00:31:56]>> Yes, officer.

[00:31:59]>> What is work of national importance?

[00:32:04]>> Important work for the country.

[00:32:08]>> If required, will you do non-combatant services in the military?

[00:32:15]>> Yes, I will.

[00:32:19]>> Thank you for answering honestly.

[00:32:22]All your answers show good moral character.

[00:32:26]This is very important for US citizenship.

[00:32:31]>> Thank you, officer.

[00:32:35]>> Next, we will begin the reading and writing portion of your naturalization test.

[00:32:41]This part checks your ability to read and write in English.

[00:32:47]For the reading test, I will show you a few sentences and you will need to read them aloud correctly.

[00:32:56]For the writing test, I will ask you to write a few sentences that I dictate to you.

[00:33:03]You need to read and write each sentence accurately.

[00:33:08]If you make a mistake, I will give you another chance.

[00:33:13]Do you understand what you will need to do?

[00:33:17]>> Yes, I understand.

[00:33:21]>> Are you ready to begin?

[00:33:24]>> Yes, I am ready.

[00:33:28]>> Okay.

[00:33:30]Please read the sentence on the tablet.

[00:33:39]>> What country is to the north of the United States?

[00:33:46]>> Great job.

[00:33:48]You have passed your reading test.

[00:33:52]>> Thank you, officer.

[00:33:55]>> Now we're going to move on to the writing portion.

[00:34:00]Please write the sentence.

[00:34:03]Canada is to the north of the United States.

[00:34:24]Excellent.

[00:34:26]You have successfully passed both the reading and writing portions of the test.

[00:34:33]>> Thank you so much.

[00:34:36]>> Let's go through civics test to check your knowledge about United States history, government system, economic policy, constitution, and few others.

[00:34:48]I'll ask you up to 20 questions and you need to answer at least 12 correctly to pass.

[00:34:55]Have you prepared for the civics test?

[00:34:58]>> Yes, officer.

[00:35:00]>> Good.

[00:35:03]If you don't listen or understand any question clearly, ask me to repeat that.

[00:35:09]Okay.

[00:35:11]>> Okay.

[00:35:14]>> Please listen carefully to each question.

[00:35:18]What is the supreme law of the land?

[00:35:22]>> US Constitution.

[00:35:25]>> Name two important ideas from the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution.

[00:35:33]>> Equality.

[00:35:35]Liberty.

[00:35:38]>> The President of the United States is in charge of which branch of government?

[00:35:45]>> Executive branch.

[00:35:49]>> The President of the United States can serve only two terms. Why?

[00:35:56]>> Because of the 22nd Amendment.

[00:36:00]>> What does the President's cabinet do?

[00:36:04]>> Advises the President.

[00:36:08]>> How long do Supreme Court justices serve?

[00:36:13]>> Lifetime appointment.

[00:36:17]>> Who elects US senators?

[00:36:21]>> Citizens from their state.

[00:36:25]>> The executive branch has parts. Name one.

[00:36:31]>> The President.

[00:36:34]>> Why is the Declaration of Independence important?

[00:36:39]>> It says America is free from British control.

[00:36:44]>> How many US senators are there?

[00:36:48]>> 100.

[00:36:51]>> Some states have more representatives than other states. Why?

[00:36:58]>> Because of the state's population.

[00:37:02]>> There are four amendments to the US Constitution about who can vote.

[00:37:07]Describe one of them.

[00:37:10]>> Citizens 18 and older can vote.

[00:37:15]>> Alexander Hamilton is famous for many things. Name one.

[00:37:22]>> First Secretary of the Treasury.

[00:37:26]>> Where is the Statue of Liberty?

[00:37:30]>> New York Harbor.

[00:37:33]>> What is one way Americans can serve their country?

[00:37:38]>> Obey the law.

[00:37:42]>> Benjamin Franklin is famous for many things. Name one.

[00:37:47]>> US diplomat.

[00:37:51]>> Why did the United States enter World War I?

[00:37:56]>> Because Germany attacked US civilian ships.

[00:38:02]>> Name one American Indian tribe in the United States.

[00:38:07]>> Cherokee.

[00:38:11]>> What is the form of government of the United States?

[00:38:16]>> Republic.

[00:38:19]>> What are the two parts of the US Congress.

[00:38:24]>> Senate and House of Representatives.

[00:38:28]>> Who elects members of the House of Representatives?

[00:38:33]>> Citizens from their district.

[00:38:38]>> Great.

[00:38:39]You have passed the civics test.

[00:38:43]>> Thank you.

[00:38:45]>> Let's go over a few questions to know about your moral character.

[00:38:51]Have you ever given false or misleading information to any US government official while applying for an immigration benefit or any other official matter?

[00:39:03]>> No.

[00:39:05]I've always been truthful.

[00:39:08]>> Have you ever been involved in prostitution, human trafficking, or sexual offenses?

[00:39:16]>> No, never.

[00:39:20]>> Have you ever been involved in identity theft or cybercrime?

[00:39:26]>> No, never.

[00:39:30]>> Have you ever been involved in any organizations or groups that advocate violence or discrimination?

[00:39:38]>> No, never.

[00:39:43]>> Have you ever helped someone commit fraud or misrepresentation in any official process?

[00:39:51]>> Absolutely not.

[00:39:55]>> Have you ever assisted anyone trying to overthrow any government in the United States or your home country?

[00:40:04]>> Absolutely not.

[00:40:08]>> Have you ever been involved in any fraud, scams, or financial misconduct?

[00:40:15]>> No, never.

[00:40:19]>> Have you ever arrested in your home country or any other country outside the United States?

[00:40:27]>> No.

[00:40:31]>> Do you have any pending police case in your home country or any other country in the world?

[00:40:38]>> No.

[00:40:42]>> Have you ever acted as a guarantor for anyone who violated US laws?

[00:40:49]>> No.

[00:40:53]>> Have you ever had conflicts with neighbors, co-workers, or family that escalated to law enforcement involvement?

[00:41:01]>> No.

[00:41:05]>> Have you ever received public assistance that you were not entitled to?

[00:41:11]>> No.

[00:41:14]>> Have you ever failed to report an incident that should have been reported?

[00:41:21]>> No, officer.

[00:41:25]>> Have you ever assisted someone in avoiding law enforcement?

[00:41:30]>> Absolutely not.

[00:41:34]>> Have you ever signed legal documents or contracts in another country while being a US permanent resident?

[00:41:43]>> No.

[00:41:47]>> Have you ever had a family member visit you from abroad for an extended period?

[00:41:54]>> No.

[00:41:58]>> Have you ever faced legal issues with property or tenants?

[00:42:04]>> No.

[00:42:07]>> Have you ever experienced an emergency abroad that required contacting US authorities?

[00:42:15]>> No, officer.

[00:42:20]>> During your travels abroad, have you ever been detained, questioned, or fined by foreign authorities?

[00:42:28]>> No, never.

[00:42:32]>> Have you ever encountered situations that required reporting to law enforcement abroad?

[00:42:39]>> No.

[00:42:43]>> Have you ever helped someone legally immigrate to the US?

[00:42:48]>> Not yet.

[00:42:51]>> Have you ever failed to pay taxes or filed late intentionally?

[00:42:57]>> No.

[00:43:01]>> Do you understand your responsibilities as a US citizen?

[00:43:05]Paying taxes, following laws, serving on a jury if called, and supporting your family?

[00:43:13]>> Yes, I do.

[00:43:17]>> Do you understand that good moral character is required to become a US citizen?

[00:43:24]>> Yes, I understand.

[00:43:29]>> Do you confirm all your answers today are true and complete?

[00:43:35]>> Yes, I confirm.

[00:43:39]>> Do you believe you meet that standard of moral character?

[00:43:44]>> Yes, I do.

[00:43:48]>> Do you believe in equal rights and opportunities for all people regardless of race, religion, or gender?

[00:43:57]>> Yes, absolutely.

[00:44:02]>> Do you promise that everything you said is true?

[00:44:06]>> Yes, I promise.

[00:44:10]>> Do you respect and obey the laws of the United States?

[00:44:16]>> Yes, I do.

[00:44:20]>> Do you contribute to your community in any way outside of work?

[00:44:26]>> Yes.

[00:44:29]>> Do you consider yourself a responsible and law-abiding person?

[00:44:36]>> Yes, I do.

[00:44:39]>> All right, I've updated some of the sections.

[00:44:44]Please make sure to review all your answers and confirm they are accurate.

[00:44:50]Then sign and date at the bottom.

[00:44:59]>> Okay.

[00:45:00]Everything looks perfect.

[00:45:04]>> Now, please review the last page where the oath of allegiance is listed.

[00:45:11]If you're willing to take the oath, please sign at the bottom.

[00:45:21]>> Okay.

[00:45:24]>> Congratulations.

[00:45:25]You passed your citizenship interview today.

[00:45:30]>> Thank you so much.

[00:45:33]>> Just a reminder.

[00:45:36]You're not a US citizen yet until you take the oath of allegiance at the official naturalization ceremony.

[00:45:45]We'll send you a schedule with the date and time of the ceremony.

[00:45:50]>> Okay.

[00:45:53]>> Do you have any questions for me?

[00:45:56]>> No, thank you.

[00:46:00]>> Have a wonderful day.

[00:46:03]>> Thank you.