U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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Ask Questions "Live" with EmmaMeet “Emma,” a computer-generated assistant who can answer your questions and even take you to the right spot on our website.
What Can Emma Do?
Emma answers questions based on your own words; you don't need to know “government speak”. She also knows a lot of common search terms. She can:
Guide you through the website.
Find information based on the questions and search terms you use. Emma will always type out her answers, but if you have the sound on, she’ll also talk to you. Below her answer, she might also offer information related to your question. For now, Emma works best on your desktop computer or laptop, but soon she’ll work just as well on mobile devices. To start chatting with Emma, click the “Ask a Question” link in the upper right corner of the USCIS home page. -
Latest US Citizenship InformationFind out how to check on immigration status and how to get a "green card" and how to fill out popular forms, including the I 130 and I 485.
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Contact U. S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS)Use INFOPASS online to make an appointment with an immigration officer at your local district office.
The USCIS office that serves the 08401 area is the: Mount Laurel Field Office, 530 Fellowship Road, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054. In order to visit this office or to speak with an Immigration Information Officer, you must have an appointment scheduled by USCIS, or you must schedule an INFOPASS appointment, on the USCIS website.
Library Citizenship Corner-NEW!
Our new Citizenship Corner in the library is designed for those needing assistance with immigration services, learning English as second language (ESL), the U.S. Citizen Naturalization test, and more! Materials can be checked out free with a valid ACFPL library card. Ask a friendly member of staff if you need assistance.
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Preparing for the Naturalization Test: a Pocket Study Guide
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ISBN: 9780160937019Publication Date: 2017-08-17
Premium eResources
Use these resources in the library as a guest or from any internet connection with your library card.
Tutor.com: Use Adult Career Resources for study guides for the citizenship test. Tutoring is also available for adults taking the citizenship test Tutoring is available from 3 to 10 p.m. every day, including Sundays.
Learning Express Library: Study for the U.S. Citizenship Exam. (English and Spanish)
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Rosetta Stone Solutions for Libraries
An e-Learning solution that helps build language skills and provides immediate feedback to guide pronunciation based on innovative speech-recognition technology. Offers 30 languages, including English as a Second Language. Key features include: 50 hours of instruction; core lessons to build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills; focused activities to refine grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and more. Mobile app is also available.
Online Resources
CitizenshipWorks provides easy-to-use online tools to help low and moderate-income individuals to prepare for the naturalization process and tests.
Local Citizenship Classes
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Citizenship ClassesUse this search tool on the U.S. Citizenship and Information Services website to find citizenship classes near you.
Books Not to Miss
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Learn about the United States: Quick Civics Lessons for the Naturalization Test (January 2017)
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Living Language English, Essential Edition (ESL/ELL)
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ISBN: 9780307972330Publication Date: 2012-09-11
English Language (ESL)
Study for the Naturalization Test
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100 Civics QuestionsProvides links to the official list of 100 Civics Questions and Answers in English, Spanish and Chinese, plus other study materials.
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Citizenship study guideThis FREE study guide prepares you to ace the redesigned naturalization exam or citizenship test with quizzes, flashcards and practice exercises on the 100 USCIS sample questions and answers. Also offers audio, written and multiple choice interactive tests, all online and available 24/7.
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Naturalization Self TestThe naturalization self test is a study tool to help test your knowledge of U.S. history and government. The actual civics test is NOT a multiple choice test. The civics test is an oral test. During the naturalization interview, you will be asked up to 10 questions from the list of 100 questions. This is the online version of the test.
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Study Materials for the English TestThe English test contains three parts: reading, writing, and speaking. For the reading portion, you must read one out of three sentences correctly. For the writing test, you must write one out of three sentences correctly. Several study tools are available to help you prepare. Certain applicants, due to age and time as a permanent resident, are exempt from the English requirements for naturalization and may take the civics test in the language of their choice. For more information, see exceptions and accommodations.