Quick answer
What is USCIS Form N-300 used for?
Use this form if you are a permanent resident and want to declare your intent to become a U.S. citizen. This form is not required for naturalization, but some states may require it if you wish to conduct certain business with that state.
N-300 records a declaration of intention; it is not naturalization
Form N-300 allows a qualifying lawful permanent resident to file a declaration of intention to become a U.S. citizen. Filing the declaration does not grant citizenship, start or replace the ordinary naturalization application, or guarantee later eligibility. The person should have a specific reason for needing the declaration and confirm that the current eligibility rules permit it.
Keep permanent resident, identity, name, address, marital, and immigration records consistent with any later naturalization filing. If the actual goal is to apply for citizenship, review Form N-400; if the issue is proof of citizenship already acquired or derived, another N-series form may apply. Understand the limited legal effect of the declaration before paying a fee or presenting it to another organization.
What to prepare before filling N-300
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Confirm that Form N-300, Application to File Declaration of Intention, matches the specific benefit, request, verification, or record you need.
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Download the current Form N-300 and its separate instructions from USCIS, then compare the edition date before typing any answers.
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For Form N-300, collect the identity records, receipt or account numbers, dates, addresses, and prior immigration documents that support your answers.
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For Form N-300, prepare the travel, residence, marital, tax, selective-service, and character records that apply to the relevant eligibility period.
Current official filing details
The details below are condensed from the USCIS page reviewed on 2026-07-26. Follow the official page and instructions if they differ from this snapshot.
Edition date
04/01/24. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
Where to file
USCIS Dallas Lockbox U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS Attn: N-300 P.O.
Box 650809 Dallas, TX 75265-0809 FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS Attn: N-300 (Box 650809) 2501 S State Hwy 121 Business Suite 400 Lewisville, TX 75067-8003
Filing fee
You can find the filing fee for Form N-300 by visiting our Fee Schedule page.
Initial evidence
Did you provide the following? A copy of your Permanent Resident Card Two passport-style photographs
USCIS filing tips
Filing Tips for Form N-300, Application to File Declaration of Intention Complete all sections of the form. We will reject the form if these fields are missing: Part 1 – Information About You Your 9 Digit A-Number Part 3 – Interpreter's Contact Information, Certification, and Signature (if applicable) Interpreter’s Signature Part 4 – Contact Information, Declaration, and Signature of the Person Who Prepared This Application, if Other Than the Applicant (if applicable) Preparer’s Signature
Special instructions
Attorney or representative: You may be represented, at no expense to the U.S. government, by an attorney or other duly authorized or accredited representative. Your representative must submit Form G-28, Notice of Entry or Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative, with your Form N-300.
Your representative may also submit Form G-28 at the time of your interview.
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What is Form N-300 used for?
Use this form if you are a permanent resident and want to declare your intent to become a U.S. citizen.
How much does Form N-300 cost?
You can find the filing fee for Form N-300 by visiting our Fee Schedule page.
Can I file Form N-300 online?
The USCIS all-forms directory does not list a general online filing option for this form. Follow the official page for the required filing method.
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Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Independent guide by Clerks AI; not affiliated with USCIS and not legal advice.
Last researched 2026-07-26. Recheck the official page before filing.