Citizenship
Form N-336
Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings
Filed to request a hearing before an immigration officer on a denied N-400 naturalization application.
- Filing fee
- $830
- Biometrics
- No fee
- Typical processing
- 3 to 12 months
Who can file
- Applicants whose N-400 application was denied
- Must file within 30 days of the denial
Send with it
- Copy of the denial notice
- Brief explaining why the denial was incorrect
- Additional evidence addressing the grounds for denial
Worth knowing
- You have only 30 days to file - act immediately after denial
- The hearing is before a different officer than the one who denied your case
- You can also choose to file a new N-400 instead of requesting a hearing
- If the hearing is unsuccessful, you can appeal to federal court
Common mistakes
- Missing the 30-day deadline
- Not addressing the specific reasons for denial
- Not bringing additional evidence to the hearing
Questions
- How much does Form N-336 cost?
- The USCIS filing fee for Form N-336 is $830.
- How long does Form N-336 take?
- Typically 3 to 12 months, depending on the office and the category. Check the current USCIS times for your office before you plan around it.
Related forms
Fees are as published by USCIS. Confirm on USCIS's fee schedule (G-1055) before you pay - a wrong fee gets a filing rejected. General information, not legal advice.