Naturalized Citizen & Need Documents?
If you're a naturalized U.S. citizen, your key documents are issued by federal agencies rather than state offices. Here are the resources you may need.
Replace a Lost or Damaged Naturalization Certificate
- USCIS Form N-565 — Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document
- Used to replace a Certificate of Naturalization (N-550) or Certificate of Citizenship (N-560)
Apply for or Renew a U.S. Passport
- U.S. Department of State — Passports
- Your naturalization certificate serves as proof of citizenship for passport applications
Social Security
- Social Security Administration — Apply for, replace, or correct a Social Security card
- Name changes after naturalization should be updated with SSA first
Consular Report of Birth Abroad
- U.S. Department of State — Birth Abroad
- For U.S. citizens whose children were born outside the United States
Apostilles & Authentication
- U.S. Department of State — Apostilles — For federal documents
- For state-issued documents (birth, marriage, death certificates), contact your Secretary of State's office
USCIS General Information
General information only. This page provides links to official federal resources. Requirements and procedures may change. Always verify current information on the official agency website.