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After the Interview

What happens at the oath ceremony, and what to do once you are a citizen.

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Start hereWhat happens at the oath ceremony?When your naturalization ceremony is scheduled, what to bring, what happens at check-in and during the oath, and what to do with your Certificate of Naturalization.5 min readLast reviewed November 2, 2026Read the guide
  1. What should I do after becoming a U.S. citizen?Your first steps as a new citizen: a U.S. passport, updating Social Security, registering to vote, your children's citizenship, and keeping your certificate safe.4 min read