United StatesGuideNo. I-765
I-765 — Application for Employment Authorization
To get a work permit (EAD card) when your status allows it.
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N-400 — Application for Naturalization
The US citizenship application for eligible permanent residents.
The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.
What this form is for
Apply for US citizenship after the required years as a permanent resident, subject to residence, presence and civics requirements.
Documents to have ready
- Your green card
- Your trips outside the US during the qualifying period
- Your address and employment history
Where to send it
File online through a USCIS account or by mail. It's followed by a biometrics appointment, an interview and a civics test.
Our tips
- Always download the latest version from the official site: federal forms are updated regularly.
- Read the official instructions that come with the form before you start.
- Keep a copy of everything you send, with the date you sent it.
The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.