Case status
How do I track my citizenship (N-400) application status online?
Updated · Not legal advice
Enter your 13-character N-400 receipt number on USCIS Case Status Online, or sign in to your USCIS online account at my.uscis.gov if you filed online or linked your paper case. The account also shows your notices, including the interview notice.
| Step | What you see | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Case Was Received | USCIS accepted your N-400 |
| 2 | Biometrics scheduled / fingerprints taken | Background checks are underway |
| 3 | Case Is Ready To Be Scheduled For An Interview | Waiting for an interview slot at your field office |
| 4 | Interview Was Scheduled | Notice issued with date and place |
| 5 | Interview completed / decision | Approved, continued, or denied |
| 6 | Oath Ceremony Was Scheduled | Notice for the oath ceremony issued |
How long each step takes
N-400 timing depends on your field office. Check the official processing times by choosing Form N-400 and your field office. See N-400 processing time by field office.
Quick answers
- N-400 says Interview Was Scheduled; how fast will I get the letter?
- Mail times vary. If you have an online account, the notice usually appears there too. If the date is close and you have no notice, contact USCIS.
- My N-400 status has not changed in 6 months; is that normal?
- It can be, depending on your field office's processing time. If you are past the case inquiry date, submit an inquiry.
- What if my N-400 is denied?
- The denial notice explains the reasons. You may be able to request a hearing with Form N-336; check the deadline on your notice.
What to do next
Add your receipt number and get an email the day your status changes.
Track my case freeSources
- USCIS: Form N-400
- USCIS: Case Status Online
- USCIS online account (my.uscis.gov)
- USCIS: Check Case Processing Times
- USCIS: Form N-336
Checked: November 12, 2026