Naturalization

The US Wants to Jack Up the Price of Naturalization

First published on June 23, 2026 • Last updated on June 23, 2026

The Trump administration seeks to jack up filing fees by 80% for people applying to naturalize, while also eliminating existing fee waivers.

First published on February 26, 2025 • Last updated on August 15, 2025

What to think about when a new name does not match the name on a Certificate of Citizenship or Certificate of Naturalization.

First published on April 10, 2022 • Last updated on December 14, 2022

Two key questions I often discuss with intercountry adoptee clients who do not have US citizenship.

First published on July 31, 2020 • Last updated on September 30, 2020

The final rule adjusts application and other USCIS fees, with the cost of naturalization increasing from $640 to $1,170.00.