USCIS Introduces Updates to Form N-400 for Naturalization Application, April 18, 2024
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently made important updates to the application process for naturalization (form N-400). Now, foreign nationals applying for naturalization can request an original or replacement Social Security number (SSN) or card directly through the N-400 form, eliminating the need to visit a Social Security Administration (SSA) office. Furthermore, the latest version of the N-400 form and the USCIS Policy Manual now include a third gender option, designated as “X,” to accommodate individuals identifying with a gender other than male or female.
Requesting Social Security Updates Starting April 1, 2024, applicants filing an N-400 application have the option to request an original or replacement social security card within the application itself. By selecting this option, the applicant’s immigration status will also be updated with the SSA, streamlining the process without requiring a visit to an SSA field office. However, additional information may be requested by the SSA if necessary.
Third Gender Option Available The updated N-400 form now offers “X” as a third gender option, reflecting the evolving understanding of gender identity. For applicants who have filed using a previous version of the N-400 and still have a pending application, it is possible to inform the USCIS of the desire to change the gender designation to “X.” Further instructions on updating a pending N-400 can be found on the USCIS website.
It’s important to note that selecting the “X” gender option on the N-400 form may entail a visit to an SSA office for obtaining a Social Security card or updating citizenship status, as indicated by the USCIS.
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