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USCIS revises submission and review process for Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions

  1. Original Date Announced

    June 13, 2025

    USCIS issued a policy alert stating that it is changing how Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions, is processed. Form N-648 is used to request an exception to the English and civics testing requirement for naturalization due to physical or development disability or mental impairment.

    Among other things, the updated policy requires noncitizens filing for naturalization to submit Form N-648 concurrently with Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, except when the noncitizen demonstrates extenuating circumstances; provides that multiple concurrent submission of Form N-648 may raise concerns about credibility; and reaffirms that the medical professional must clearly explain the connection between disability and exception.

    Trump 2.0 [ID #1810]

    2025.06.13 USCIS - Revised Guidance on Form-648 Submission and Review Process
  2. Effective Date

    June 13, 2025

Current Status

None

Original Trump Policy Status

Status: Final/Actual
Trump Administration Actions: Agency Directive Forms and Information Collection
Subject Matter: Naturalization
Agencies Affected: USCIS

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