Delay in citizenship due to name change in the N-400 application, and, due to a judicial oath ceremony?

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Delay in citizenship due to name change in the N-400 application, and, due to a judicial oath ceremony?

Anonymous May 24, 2012 3 views 2 answers

Because for the name change, an applicant is scheduled for a judicial oath ceremony instead of an administrative oath ceremony. As far as I know, the judicial ceremonies are not held as frequently. If a person asks for a name change in the N-400 application, how much extra time/delay will there be in getting the citizenship (compared to an administrative oath ceremony without name change)?

Kyndra Mulder · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T10:38:12+00:00

There is not that much time difference. Ceremonys are usually scheduled based on the number of persons ready to be sworn in. You will be scheduled to attend the first available ceremony.

Jeffrey Devore · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T10:38:12+00:00

The time frame will vary depending on when the federal court schedules oath ceremonies. Generally speaking most Courts have at least 1 ceremony every 3-4 months. Larger districts generally have more ceremonies. ----------- Jeffrey A. Devore, Esq. Board Certified Immigration Attorney Devore Law Group, P.A. 2925 PGA Blvd., Suite 204 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Telephone: (561) 478-5353 Facsimile: (561) 478-2144 Skype: jeffrey.a.devore email: [email protected] web: www.devorelawgroup.com

Delay in citizenship due to name change in the N-400 application, and, due to a judicial oath ceremony?

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