ATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT — PRIVILEGED & CONFIDENTIAL
DRAFTING TEMPLATE — NOT FOR PRO SE USE

APPLICATION FOR NATURALIZATION

(Form N-400 – Comprehensive Attorney Draft)

[United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) – OMB No. 1615-0052]

[// GUIDANCE: This template tracks the current USCIS Form N-400 (edition 09/17/19 as of the date below). Always confirm that you are using the latest USCIS edition and instructions before filing. Government forms are in the public domain; the stylistic framework, guidance notes, and defensive-drafting elements herein are original attorney work product.]

Date Prepared: [MM/DD/YYYY]
Proposed Filing Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Document Header
II. Definitions
III. Eligibility Recitals
IV. Operative Application Parts (1-16)
V. Representations, Warranties & Penalty of Perjury Statement
VI. Covenants & Ongoing Compliance Obligations
VII. Default & Remedies (USCIS Denial / Administrative Review)
VIII. Dispute Resolution & Governing Law
IX. General Provisions
X. Execution Block

I. DOCUMENT HEADER

1. Title. “Application for Naturalization (Form N-400).”
2. Applicant. [FULL LEGAL NAME], Alien Registration Number (“A-Number”): [A-000-000-000].
3. Filing Agency. United States Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
4. Governing Law. Federal immigration law under the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. §§ 1421–1458, incl. § 1445 (application for naturalization); implementing regulations at 8 C.F.R. Parts 310-339.
5. Jurisdiction & Venue. Primary jurisdiction lies with USCIS; subsequent review lies with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (“EOIR”) and the appropriate U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals pursuant to 8 U.S.C. § 1421(c).
6. Effective Date. This Application becomes legally operative upon the Applicant’s signature in Part 16 and USCIS receipt.

II. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Application:

“Applicant” means the lawful permanent resident identified in Section I.2 seeking naturalization.
“Continuous Residence” has the meaning set forth in 8 C.F.R. § 316.5.
“Good Moral Character” (“GMC”) means the standard at 8 U.S.C. § 1427(a) and 8 C.F.R. §§ 316.10–316.11.
“USCIS” means United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, an agency of DHS.
“Naturalization Interview” means the interview required by 8 C.F.R. § 335.2.
“Selective Service” means the Selective Service System referenced in 8 U.S.C. § 453.

[// GUIDANCE: Add any additional defined terms tailored to the Applicant’s circumstances (e.g., “Spouse,” “Military Service,” “Attorney‐of‐Record”).]

III. ELIGIBILITY RECITALS

WHEREAS, Applicant is a lawful permanent resident of the United States who has maintained Continuous Residence and physical presence for the statutory period; and

WHEREAS, Applicant seeks United States citizenship pursuant to INA §§ 310–319;

NOW, THEREFORE, Applicant hereby submits this Application under penalty of perjury and in conformance with all applicable laws and regulations.

IV. OPERATIVE APPLICATION PARTS

(The numbered Parts correspond to USCIS Form N-400. Use CAPS for field titles; insert data in plaintext. Leave blank items marked “N/A” only where the USCIS instructions permit.)

PART 1. INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR ELIGIBILITY

1. You are at least 18 years of age and:
   ☐ Have been a lawful permanent resident for at least 5 years
   ☐ Have been a lawful permanent resident for at least 3 years and have been married to and living with a U.S. citizen for those 3 years
   ☐ Are applying based on qualifying military service
   ☐ Other (specify statutory basis): [TEXT]

PART 2. INFORMATION ABOUT YOU

1. FULL LEGAL NAME: [LAST, First, Middle]
2. A-NUMBER: [A-000-000-000]
3. U.S. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: [SSN]
4. USCIS ONLINE ACCOUNT NUMBER (if any): [XXXXXXXXX]
5. DATE OF BIRTH (mm/dd/yyyy): [___]
6. SEX: ☐ Male ☐ Female ☐ X
7. COUNTRY OF BIRTH: [_____]
8. COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP OR NATIONALITY: [_____]
9. CURRENT MARITAL STATUS: ☐ Single ☐ Married ☐ Divorced ☐ Widowed ☐ Legally Separated
10. CONTACT INFORMATION
     a. DAYTIME PHONE: []
     b. EMAIL ADDRESS: []

[// GUIDANCE: Complete remaining sub-items exactly as on current USCIS form. Ensure consistency with identity documents and prior immigration filings.]

PART 3. ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND/OR IMPAIRMENTS

☐ No accommodations requested
☐ Accommodations requested (describe): [___]

PART 4. INFORMATION TO CONTACT YOU

[ADDRESS HISTORY – last 5 years]
• From [MM/YYYY] to [MM/YYYY]: [Street, City, State, ZIP]
(Use additional sheets as needed, labeled “Part 4 Additional Information.”)

PART 5. INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RESIDENCE

[Continuously for statutory period]

PART 6. INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PARENTS

[Biographic data re: parental U.S. citizenship]

PART 7. BIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION (Ethnicity, Race, Height, Weight, Eye Color, Hair Color)

PART 8. INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT AND SCHOOLS YOU ATTENDED

[List employers/schools past 5 years]

PART 9. TIME OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES

[List every trip ≥24 hours during statutory period]

PART 10. MARITAL HISTORY

[All prior & current marriages]

PART 11. INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR CHILDREN

[Include stepchildren, legally adopted, deceased]

PART 12. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU (Good Moral Character Questions)

1. Have you ever claimed to be a U.S. citizen? ☐ Yes ☐ No
2. Have you ever failed to file required tax returns? ☐ Yes ☐ No
   …
   (Answer all 50+ sub-questions truthfully.)

[// GUIDANCE: Attach certified court dispositions for any arrests/citations, even if dismissed, and evidence of payment of any civil penalties.]

PART 13. APPLICANT’S STATEMENT, CERTIFICATION, AND SIGNATURE

☐ I can read and understand English and have read and understood every question.
☐ The interpreter named in Part 14 read every question to me.
Applicant Signature: _____ Date: ___

PART 14. INTERPRETER’S CONTACT INFORMATION & CERTIFICATION

[Complete if applicable]

PART 15. PREPARER’S CONTACT INFORMATION & CERTIFICATION

Attorney-of-Record: [LAW FIRM NAME, BAR NUMBER, ADDRESS, PHONE, EMAIL]
[Form G-28 must be filed concurrently.]

PART 16. SIGNATURE AT INTERVIEW

(Sign in presence of USCIS Officer.)

V. REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES & PENALTY OF PERJURY STATEMENT

1. Truth-and-Completeness Warranty. Applicant represents that all information herein is true, correct, and complete to the best of Applicant’s knowledge, information, and belief.
2. Perjury Acknowledgment. Applicant acknowledges that false statements may subject Applicant to prosecution under 18 U.S.C. § 1546 and 18 U.S.C. § 1621, denial of the Application, and removal.
3. Document Authenticity Warranty. Applicant represents that all supporting evidence submitted is genuine and unaltered.

VI. COVENANTS & ONGOING COMPLIANCE OBLIGATIONS

1. Change-of-Address Covenant. Applicant shall notify USCIS within 10 days of any change of address (Form AR-11) until oath administration.
2. Duty to Supplement. Applicant shall promptly supplement the record with any material changes (e.g., new travel, arrests).
3. Attendance Covenant. Applicant shall appear for biometrics, interview, and oath as scheduled, unless rescheduled in accordance with USCIS procedures.

VII. DEFAULT & REMEDIES

1. Events of Default.
   a. Failure to appear for biometrics or interview without good cause.
   b. Submission of false evidence or material misrepresentation.
   c. Failure to establish statutory eligibility.
2. Remedies. Upon a Default, USCIS may:
   i. Deny the Application;
   ii. Refer the matter to ICE for removal proceedings;
   iii. Impose civil or criminal penalties as allowed by law.
3. Cure Periods. If biometrics or interview is missed, Applicant may file a written request within 30 days for rescheduling with good-cause explanation.

VIII. DISPUTE RESOLUTION & GOVERNING LAW

1. Governing Law. This Application is governed exclusively by the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title 8 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
2. Administrative Review. In the event of denial, Applicant may request a hearing before USCIS (Form N-336) within 30 days pursuant to 8 U.S.C. § 1447(a).
3. Judicial Review. After an adverse N-336 decision, Applicant may seek de novo review in U.S. District Court under 8 U.S.C. § 1421(c).
4. Arbitration & Jury Trial. Not applicable; determinations are administrative.
5. Injunctive Relief. Limited to statutorily authorized mandamus or APA claims.

IX. GENERAL PROVISIONS

1. Amendments. Any amendments to this Application must be made in writing, signed by Applicant, and submitted to USCIS prior to adjudication.
2. Assignment. Rights under this Application are personal to Applicant and may not be assigned.
3. Severability. If any provision herein is held invalid under applicable law, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
4. Integration. This Application, together with all USCIS forms, exhibits, and supplements, constitutes the entire submission for naturalization relief.
5. Electronic Signatures. Where permitted by USCIS, electronic signatures affixed via USCIS Online Account shall have the same legal effect as ink signatures.

X. EXECUTION BLOCK

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Applicant hereby executes this Application for Naturalization on the date set forth below.

Signature of Applicant: ______
Printed Name: _______
Date (MM/DD/YYYY): _//____

[Seal / Notary block if required under state law for declarations executed outside the United States. Generally not required for in-country filings.]

ATTORNEY PREPARER CERTIFICATION

I, the undersigned attorney, prepared this Application based only on information of which I have knowledge or was provided by the Applicant. I have reviewed the completed Application with the Applicant, who has affirmed its truthfulness.

Signature of Attorney: _____ Date: __/_/_
Printed Name: [NAME], Esq.
Bar Number & State: [##### – XX]
Firm Name: [LAW FIRM]
Address: [STREET, CITY, STATE ZIP]
Phone: [(XXX) XXX-XXXX] Email: [__]

[// GUIDANCE:
1. Attach the following mandatory exhibits:
• Copy of both sides of Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551)
• Form G-1145 (optional e-notification)
• Filing fee checks: $640 filing + $85 biometrics (or fee waiver Form I-912, if eligible)
2. Use a cover letter summarizing statutory eligibility, continuous residence analysis, and GMC evidence.
3. Index all supporting documents; paginate the submission package.
4. Retain a complete duplicate of everything filed, with proof of delivery (e.g., USPS Certified Mail or courier tracking).]

DISCLAIMER
This template is provided for informational and drafting purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration law is complex and fact-specific. Practitioners must verify all statutory references, regulatory citations, filing fees, form editions, and local field-office procedures current as of the filing date.