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“Oath Ceremony Notice Was Mailed”on your N-400 · Become a U.S. citizen

Your oath ceremony notice, Form N-445, is on the way.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Biometrics
Interview and civics test
Decision · here
Oath ceremony
Naturalization certificate

What to do, in 4 steps

Read the notice and write down the date, time and place.
Answer the questions on the back of the notice truthfully.
Bring your green card and the notice.
If you cannot attend, ask to reschedule before the date.
letter
Your deadlineThe one on your letter. Do not miss it.
In this statusThe ceremony date is on your notice; the status changes after you take the oath.

What it means for your N-400

Your oath ceremony notice, Form N-445, is on the way. Fill out the questions on the back, then bring the notice and your green card to the ceremony, where you hand in the card. After you take the oath you receive your Certificate of Naturalization and can apply for a U.S. passport.

In general, on any form:

USCIS mailed you the notice with the date, time and place of your oath ceremony. This is the last step to become a U.S. citizen. You must attend and take the Oath of Allegiance. Bring the documents listed on the notice.

Avoid these mistakes

Forgetting the green card at home.
Not reporting events since the interview, such as an arrest or trip.
Missing the ceremony without notice.

Quick questions

What does "Oath Ceremony Notice Was Mailed" mean on an N-400?

Your oath ceremony notice, Form N-445, is on the way. Fill out the questions on the back, then bring the notice and your green card to the ceremony, where you hand in the card. After you take the oath you receive your Certificate of Naturalization and can apply for a U.S. passport.

What happens at the oath ceremony?

You turn in your green card, take the Oath of Allegiance and receive your Certificate of Naturalization.

Can I bring family to the ceremony?

Usually yes, but space can be limited. Check your notice or local office.

What if I cannot attend the ceremony?

Return the notice with a letter asking to reschedule, as the notice explains.

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 Was ApprovedDecisionDocument Was Mailed To MeDecisionCase Was DeniedDecisionOath Ceremony Will Be ScheduledDecisionCase Was Approved And My Decision Was EmailedDecisionCase Approval Was Certified By USCISDecisionCase Was ReceivedIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was SentIntakeCase Rejected Because I Sent An Incorrect FeeIntake

Every status of an N-400 →

This same status on other forms

N-600Proof of citizenship through parentsApplication for Certificate of CitizenshipN-565Replace citizenship certificateApplication for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship DocumentN-600KCitizenship for child living abroadApplication for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322N-336Appeal a citizenship denialRequest for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization ProceedingsN-470Keep residence while working abroadApplication to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposes

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