Naturalization fee proposal correction: N-400, N-336, and fee-waiver details
DHS published a July 8, 2026 correction to its proposed naturalization fee rule, adding text about Form I-912 fee-waiver information tied to N-400 and N-336 fee changes.
On July 8, 2026, DHS published a correction in the Federal Register connected to the proposed rule titled "Naturalization Application Fee Adjustments."
The correction relates to the larger DHS proposal involving naturalization-related fees, including Form N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and Form N-336 (Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings).
What the correction added
The July 8 correction added missing text about Form I-912, the fee-waiver request form.
The correction explains that USCIS uses Form I-912 information to decide whether an applicant has shown they qualify for a fee waiver under 8 CFR 106.3. It also explains that officers review the information and evidence submitted with the fee-waiver request before making a final decision.
Why citizenship applicants should pay attention
This is a proposed rule process, not a final change. But it is still important because it shows DHS is actively reviewing how naturalization fees and fee waivers may work.
For citizenship applicants, the practical takeaway is simple:
- Check the current USCIS fee before filing Form N-400.
- If you plan to request a fee waiver, prepare evidence carefully.
- Do not assume the fee or waiver rules will stay the same.
- Keep watching for a final rule before making filing decisions based on the proposal.
What this means for N-400 preparation
Fee issues are only one part of a strong naturalization filing. Applicants should also review:
- lawful permanent resident history,
- travel outside the United States,
- tax filing history,
- selective service issues when applicable,
- criminal or citation history,
- English and civics test preparation, and
- required documents for the interview.
This post is general information, not legal advice.
We can help
Asal Immigration Services helps Central Ohio clients prepare Form N-400, organize citizenship documents, and understand filing checklists in plain language. If you are preparing for citizenship, you can [contact us](/contact) or review our [citizenship form guide](/forms/n-400).
Authoritative source: Federal Register, DHS correction to "Naturalization Application Fee Adjustments": https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/08/C1-2026-12542/naturalization-application-fee-adjustments
Source
This update summarizes information published by Federal Register (DHS/USCIS proposed rule correction: Naturalization Application Fee Adjustments). Government rules, dates, and figures change—always confirm the current details on the official page.
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