SELECTIVE SERVICE LATE/NO REGISTRATION EXPLANATION

DECLARATION AND SUPPORTING EXHIBITS

Filing Overview

• Applicant: [NAME], A#: [A-NUMBER], DOB: [DATE]
• Relevant ages in U.S.: [DATES AGE 18-26]
• Registration status: [REGISTERED LATE/NOT REGISTERED]; Proof: [SELECTIVE SERVICE STATUS LETTER/REGISTRATION CARD]

Declaration Template (sample)

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I, [NAME], declare as follows:

1. I entered/first resided in the United States on [DATE] and was between ages 18 and 26 during [DATES].
2. I did not register with Selective Service during that time because [REASON: lack of knowledge/immigration status misunderstanding/other].
3. I learned of the requirement on [DATE] when [EVENT], and I promptly [registered/requested status letter].
4. I affirm that my failure to register was not willful. I support the principles of the U.S. Constitution and understand the duty to serve if called.
5. I respectfully request favorable consideration of my N-400 notwithstanding this issue.

Executed on [DATE] at [CITY, STATE].

[SIGNATURE]
[NAME]

Exhibits

• Selective Service status letter or late registration proof.
• Evidence of dates in the U.S. between ages 18-26 (I-94, visas, school/employment records, tax transcripts).
• Evidence of non-willfulness (lack of notice, immigration status advice, timing of discovery).
• Character evidence (community letters, employment, tax compliance).
• N-400 cover letter reference and legal memo if needed.

Practice Notes

• For applicants 31+ with no willful failure, officers may exercise discretion; provide clear timeline and status letter.
• If still age-eligible, complete registration before filing N-400 and include proof.
• Keep declaration consistent with N-400 answers; avoid contradictions about residence dates.