Can You Still Get U.S. Citizenship in 2026? What USCIS Is Checking Now

Can you still become a U.S. citizen under the current Trump administration? Yes—but naturalization applicants should prepare carefully before filing Form N-400 or attending a USCIS interview. In this video, immigration attorney James Martin explains the issues that can place a U.S. citizenship application at risk, including: • Good moral character requirements • Unfiled or unpaid taxes • Continuous residence and physical presence • Long trips outside the United States • Prior visa and immigration applications • The English and civics tests • Arrests, citations, detentions, and criminal records • Voter registration and false claims to U.S. citizenship • Truthful answers during the naturalization interview Passing the civics test alone may not be enough. A USCIS officer will also review your Form N-400, immigration history, travel, taxes, and answers during the interview. If you have concerns about a prior arrest, unpaid taxes, extended travel, voter registration, inconsistent immigration records, or another issue in your history, obtain case-specific legal advice before applying. James Martin is an immigration attorney based in Sarasota, Florida, with a national immigration practice serving clients in all 50 states. 📞 Need legal guidance? Contact the Law Office of James G. Martin, P.A. to review your case before you apply. 📆 Schedule a consultation with James Martin: https://jgmimmigration.com/share-your-situation/ This video provides general educational information and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration outcomes depend on the individual facts and applicable law. #USCitizenship #Naturalization #N400 #ImmigrationLawyer #USCIS #CitizenshipInterview #ImmigrationAttorney