US Citizenship TestFree US Citizenship Test Practice
Answer 20 civics questions to test your knowledge. On the real 2025 test, you must answer 12 out of 20 correctly to pass. On the 2008 test, you need 6 out of 10. Both require a 60% score.
About the US Citizenship Civics Test
The civics portion of the naturalization test covers American government, history, and civic values. A USCIS officer reads the questions aloud and you answer verbally — there is no written civics test.
Which test version will I take?
If you filed your N-400 before October 20, 2025, you take the 2008 test (10 questions from 100, need 6 correct). If you filed on or after October 20, 2025, you take the 2025 test (20 questions from 128, need 12 correct).
| Detail | 2008 Test | 2025 Test |
|---|---|---|
| Question pool | 100 | 128 |
| Questions asked | 10 | 20 |
| Passing score | 6/10 (60%) | 12/20 (60%) |
| Applies to | N-400 before Oct 20, 2025 | N-400 on/after Oct 20, 2025 |
The 2025 test draws approximately 75% of its content from the 2008 test, with about 25% new material covering recent history and updated civics topics. Source: USCIS.gov
Study Resources
Preparing for the citizenship test? These guides cover everything you need to know:
- How to Prepare for the 2026 Citizenship Test
- 2008 vs 2025 Civics Test Differences
- 10 Hardest Citizenship Test Questions
Want to study all questions?
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Content last reviewed: . Based on official USCIS study materials.