How many questions will the USCIS officer ask you during the civics test?
The officer will ask you up to 10 questions from the official list of 100 civics questions.
What is the passing score for the civics test?
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions correctly to pass.
When does the civics test end?
The test ends as soon as you have answered 6 questions correctly OR as soon as you have answered 4 questions incorrectly (making it impossible to pass).
Is the civics test a written or multiple-choice test?
Neither. It is an oral test. The USCIS officer will ask the questions verbally, and you must respond with the correct answer verbally.
If a civics question has multiple correct answers listed, how many do you need to give?
You only need to provide one of the acceptable answers listed in the official USCIS study materials.
What happens if you fail the civics test but pass the English test?
Your application will not be denied. You will be scheduled for a second interview within 60 to 90 days, where you will only have to retake the civics test.
How many opportunities do you have to pass the civics test?
You have two opportunities in total. You take it at your initial interview, and if you fail, you get one more chance at a second interview.
What version of the civics test do most applicants take?
Most applicants take the 2008 version of the civics test, which has 100 questions. Applicants may have an option to take the 2020 version, but the 2008 version remains standard.
Are you allowed to ask the officer to rephrase a civics question?
Yes. If you don't understand the question, you can ask the officer to repeat it or rephrase it. However, they must stick to the official question format.
For questions that depend on your location (like naming your U.S. Representative), what should you do?
You must provide the answer that is specific to your residential address. You are responsible for knowing the current officials who represent you.
Do you need to answer the questions with the exact same words as the official study guide?
No, you do not need to have a word-for-word answer. As long as you provide the correct information and demonstrate understanding of the concept, your answer should be accepted.
