Securing citizenship in the United States involves a detailed application process, for which the M-477 Document Checklist plays a crucial role. Released by the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, this checklist is designed to ensure that all applicants submit the necessary documents with their N-400, Application for Naturalization. Applicants are required to provide a photocopy of their Permanent Resident Card (or a receipt of Form I-90 if the card is lost), the application fee and biometrics services fee (with exemptions for applicants aged 75 and older), and, for those living outside the United States, two identical color photographs with specific requirements. Moreover, it encompasses an array of supporting documents catering to various circumstances, including legal changes in name, evidence of marriage to a U.S. citizen, and previous military service. The checklist also advises on submitting documents concerning tax status, arrests, convictions, and much more, highlighting the comprehensive and detailed nature of the U.S. naturalization process. For individuals acting through an attorney, Form G-28 must also be included, ensuring that every aspect of an applicant’s background and eligibility is thoroughly and properly communicated.
| Question | Answer |
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| Form Name | M477 Document Checklist |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | form m477, m477 uscis, form m 477 checklist, m 477 form |
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services |
Document Checklist
All applicants must send the following 3 items with their
1.□A photocopy of both sides of your Permanent Resident Card (formerly known as the Alien Registration Card or “Green Card”). If you have lost the card, submit a photocopy of the receipt of your Form
2.□A check or money order for the application fee and the biometric services fee, as stated in the
You may also pay using a credit card. There is no additional fee when you do so. The
3. □ If you reside outside the United States, 2 identical color photographs, with your name and Alien Registration Number
Send copies of the following documents, unless we ask for an original.
If an attorney or accredited representative is acting on your behalf, send:
□ A completed original Form |
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If your current legal name is different from the name on your Permanent Resident Card, send: |
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The document(s) that legally changed your name (marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court document). |
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If you are applying for naturalization on the basis of marriage to a U.S. citizen, send the following 4 items: |
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□ Evidence that your spouse has been a U.S. citizen for the last 3 years: |
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a. Birth certificate (if your spouse never lost citizenship since birth); or |
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b. Certificate of Naturalization; or |
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c. Certificate of Citizenship; or |
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d. The inside of the front cover and signature page of your spouse’s current U.S. passport; or |
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e. Form |
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□Your current marriage certificate; and |
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□ Proof of termination of all prior marriages of your spouse (divorce decree(s), annulment(s), or death certificate(s)); and |
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□ Documents referring to you and your spouse: |
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a. Tax returns, bank accounts, leases, mortgages, or birth certificates of children; or
b. Internal Revenue Service
If you were married before, send:
□Proof that all earlier marriages ended (divorce decree(s), annulment(s), or death certificates(s)).
If you are currently in the U.S. military service and are seeking citizenship based on that service, send:
□A completed original Form
Form
If you have taken any trip outside the United States that lasted 6 months or more since becoming a Lawful Permanent Resident, send evidence that you (and your family) continued to live, work and/or keep ties to the United States, such as:
□An IRS tax return “transcript” or an
□Rent or mortgage payments and pay stubs.
If you have a dependent spouse or child(ren) who do not live with you, send:
□Any court or government order to provide financial support; and
□Evidence of your financial support (including evidence that you have complied with any court or government order), such as:
a.Cancelled checks;
b.Money and receipts;
c.A court or agency printout of child support payments;
d.Evidence of wage garnishments;
e.A letter from the parent or guardian who cares for your child(ren).
If you have ever been arrested or detained by any law enforcement officer for any reason, and no charges were filed, send:
□An original official statement by the arresting agency or applicant court confirming that no charges were filed.
