Strictest US citizenship exam reinstated under Trump administration's guidance
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant change in the process for obtaining US citizenship, with stricter requirements being implemented under the Trump administration.
During his second term, President Donald Trump announced plans to tighten the criteria for future citizens, including a review of "good character". This review will place more emphasis on demonstrating positive contributions to society and may also consider the personal environment of applicants.
These changes are part of a broader effort to tighten the criteria for US citizenship. The review of "good character" is subject to interpretation and can vary depending on the political line of the government, as seen in the past.
In the past, the test for US citizenship consisted of 100 questions, with 10 questions being asked, and six correct answers being sufficient. However, the new test will consist of up to 20 questions from a catalog of 128. Applicants will need to get at least 12 questions right to pass.
The stricter test will apply to applications submitted from mid-October 2025. It is important to note that applications submitted earlier will still be processed under the current procedure.
The USCIS is referring to these changes as part of a multi-stage process to review citizenship standards. The review of "good character" is in addition to the existing knowledge test, English proficiency, and "good character" requirements for US citizenship.
There are no available search results indicating which government planned to increase the requirements for the "good character" test for US citizenship in 2025. The status of Charlie Kirk's court case is not specified in this paragraph.
A similar change was introduced at the end of 2020 during Trump's first term, but was reversed in 2021 by Joe Biden. The timeline for the implementation of these changes to the review of "good character" is not specified in this paragraph.
The USCIS encourages all applicants to stay informed about the latest updates and requirements for US citizenship. For more information, visit the USCIS website or consult with a qualified immigration professional.
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