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“Case Was Reopened”on your N-400 · Become a U.S. citizen

Your naturalization case is open again after a decision.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Biometrics · here
Interview and civics test
Decision
Oath ceremony
Naturalization certificate

What to do, in 3 steps

Read the reopening notice carefully.
Respond to any request it includes before the deadline.
Keep checking your status for the next step.
14months
13 to 14 monthsTypical time for a complete N-400. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusThe new decision can take weeks to months; it varies.

What it means for your N-400

Your naturalization case is open again after a decision. This can follow an N-336 hearing request, a request to reopen a case closed for a missed interview, or USCIS correcting its own decision. Expect new notices, possibly another interview, and read each one carefully.

In general, on any form:

USCIS reopened your case after it had been closed or decided. This can happen after a motion, on USCIS's own initiative, or to fix an error. The case is active again and will get a new decision. Read any notice that explains why.

Avoid these mistakes

Assuming the earlier decision still stands.
Missing a request that came with the reopening notice.

Quick questions

What does "Case Was Reopened" mean on an N-400?

Your naturalization case is open again after a decision. This can follow an N-336 hearing request, a request to reopen a case closed for a missed interview, or USCIS correcting its own decision. Expect new notices, possibly another interview, and read each one carefully.

Why was my case reopened?

Common reasons are a motion you filed, a USCIS error, or new information. The notice should explain.

Is a reopened case good news?

It gives the case another review. The outcome is not decided yet.

Do I need to send anything?

Only if the notice asks for something.

How long does an N-400 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 13 to 14 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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Other statuses of your N-400

Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCISReviewCase Is Pending at a Local OfficeReviewCorrespondence Was Received And USCIS Is Reviewing ItReviewCase Was ReceivedIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was SentIntakeCase Rejected Because I Sent An Incorrect FeeIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was EmailedIntakeCase Accepted By The USCIS LockboxIntakeFees Were WaivedIntake

Every status of an N-400 →

This same status on other forms

I-485Green card from inside the U.S.Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust StatusI-130Petition for a family memberPetition for Alien RelativeI-765Work permit (EAD)Application for Employment AuthorizationI-131Travel permit or reentry permitApplication for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure RecordsI-751Remove conditions on 2-year green cardPetition to Remove Conditions on ResidenceI-90Renew or replace green cardApplication to Replace Permanent Resident CardI-129FK-1 fiancé(e) visa petitionPetition for Alien Fiancé(e)I-140Employment-based green card petitionImmigrant Petition for Alien WorkersI-821DDACA request or renewalConsideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

AI-assisted explanation based on the official USCIS status, reviewed by CaseAlerta. Not legal advice. Times are typical ranges, never an exact date.