Replacement of Naturalization or Citizenship Documents (Form N-565)
Victoria Barr Law helps clients replace lost, damaged, or incorrect U.S. naturalization or citizenship documents by filing Form N-565.
What Is Form N-565?
Form N-565, Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document, is used to request a replacement of U.S. naturalization or citizenship certificates. Reasons for replacement include loss, theft, damage, or incorrect personal information.
Who Can File Form N-565?
- Certificate Holders: Individuals with lost, stolen, or damaged certificates of naturalization or citizenship.
- Correction Requests: Those needing corrections for typographical or legal name changes.
- Eligible U.S. Citizens: Applicants must have previously been issued a naturalization or citizenship document.
Required Documents for Form N-565
- Completed Form N-565 signed by the applicant
- Copy of the damaged or incorrect certificate (if available)
- Government-issued photo ID
- Legal documents supporting name or information changes (court orders, marriage certificates)
- Two passport-style photos
- Filing fees or fee waiver request (if eligible)
Form N-565 Application Process
- File Form N-565: Submit the application with supporting documents and filing fees to USCIS.
- USCIS Receipt Notice: Receive confirmation that the application has been accepted.
- Application Review: USCIS reviews the application and may request additional information if needed.
- Receive Decision: Approved applicants receive a replacement certificate.
Why Choose Victoria Barr Law?
- Expert Citizenship Attorneys: We assist with complex replacement requests, ensuring compliance with USCIS guidelines.
- Accurate Filing: We prepare complete and precise applications to avoid processing delays.
- Case Monitoring: We monitor application progress and respond quickly to USCIS inquiries.
- Bilingual Legal Services: We provide services in English and Spanish for clear communication and legal support.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Replacement of Naturalization or Citizenship Documents (N-565)
Form N-565 is used to replace a lost, stolen, damaged, or incorrect Certificate of Naturalization, Certificate of Citizenship, or other U.S. citizenship documents.
You are eligible if your Certificate of Naturalization, Certificate of Citizenship, or other citizenship document has been lost, destroyed, or contains an error.
The current filing fee for Form N-565 is $555. Fee waivers may be available if you demonstrate financial hardship.
You must include a copy of the original document (if available), a photo ID, two passport-style photos, and evidence explaining why the replacement is needed.
Processing times for Form N-565 typically range from 5 to 12 months, depending on USCIS case volumes and the complexity of your request.
File Form N-565 with USCIS as soon as possible and provide a detailed explanation, including a police report if the certificate was stolen.
Yes, USCIS allows Form N-565 to be filed online through your USCIS account or submitted by mail with supporting documents.
If Form N-565 is denied, USCIS will explain the reason. You may file an appeal or submit a new application with additional evidence.
Expedited processing may be available if you meet USCIS criteria, such as financial loss, humanitarian reasons, or compelling government interests.
Yes, a fee waiver may be available if you can demonstrate financial hardship by filing Form I-912 with supporting documents.